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2024 was an election year. Direct presidential elections were held in 31 countries worldwide, and voter turnout was record high. However, only five women have been elected heads of state, making female political leadership more of an exception than the norm. To make an impact, UN Women in Ukraine trained 35 trainers in women’s political leadership and candidate preparation for elections.
Since the full-scale war began in 2022, Russian forces have repeatedly attacked Ukrainian power plants and other energy infrastructure. The attacks on power infrastructure impact all Ukrainians, especially as the winter arrives—when cold weather and shorter daylight hours mean that demand for electricity increases by 20 to 25 per cent. These attacks have specific consequences for women and girls.
To support government bodies in addressing the challenges posed by the war, UN Women Ukraine presents a new Guide on Gender Mainstreaming in Regional and Local Development Strategies for Recovery. This essential resource equips civil servants and officials with practical tools to integrate gender perspectives into strategic documents, ensuring equitable and inclusive development and recovery for all.
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On 3 December 2024, UN Women in Ukraine, with the support of the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine, held the Women's Economic Empowerment Congress (WEE Congress) to promote responsible European integration and Ukraine's recovery.
