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ECOWAS and WFP Celebrate International Women's Day 2022 with a Focus on Sustainable Development

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International Women's Day 2022 was celebrated by the ECOWAS Commission and the World Food Program (WFP) in Dakar, Senegal, with a symposium centered on the theme "Gender equality today for a sustainable future." The event highlighted the impact of various programs on the economic empowerment of women and increased resilience to climate change. A high-level panel discussed challenges related to climate change and gender issues, particularly with regard to women's economic empowerment. The symposium also featured an exhibition showcasing achievements of women's associations working on climate change and resilience.

Key Takeaways:

  • The ECOWAS Commission and the WFP Regional Office for West Africa organized a symposium in Dakar, Senegal, to celebrate International Women's Day 2022, focusing on "Gender equality today for a sustainable future."
  • The event aimed to demonstrate the potential and achievements of women in action and resilience to climate change, while calling for reflection on how to advance women's empowerment and promote sustainable development.
  • A high-level panel was held on March 8, 2022, to discuss challenges related to climate change and gender issues, particularly with regard to women's economic empowerment.
  • The symposium featured an exhibition showcasing achievements of women's associations working on climate change and resilience.
  • The event was organized in a hybrid format to enable countries in the region to participate through videoconference.

Statistics:

  • The ECOWAS Commission and the WFP Regional Office for West Africa organized a symposium in Dakar, Senegal, on March 8, 2022.
  • The high-level panel discussion featured resource persons from WFP and ECOWAS, as well as women's organizations and partners from the West African region.
  • International Women's Day is celebrated annually on March 8.

Sources:

  • M2 PressWIRE, March 7, 2022, "ECOWAS and the World Food Program (WFP) jointly celebrate International Women’s Day 2022 in Dakar"
  • United Nations, "International Women's Day 2022 theme: Gender equality today for a sustainable future"

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