ASEAN Gender Outlook 2024: Achieving the SDGs for all and leaving no woman or girl behind

The ASEAN Gender Outlook 2024 report, a collaborative effort between ASEAN, the ASEAN Committee on Women, the ASEAN Secretariat, and UN Women, provides a comprehensive analysis of gender equality in the ASEAN region, focusing on the progress and challenges in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). ​ The report highlights significant strides in gender equality, such as increased women’s participation in education and decision-making, but also underscores persistent issues like food insecurity, barriers to healthcare, and the disproportionate burden of unpaid care work on women. It emphasizes the need for continued investment in gender data collection and gender-responsive policies to address these challenges effectively. ​

The report also discusses the impact of climate change on poverty and food security, noting that women are more vulnerable to these effects due to their higher likelihood of living in poverty and holding informal jobs. ​ It calls for gender-sensitive climate policies and greater involvement of women in environmental decision-making. ​ Additionally, the report highlights the importance of improving infrastructure, such as access to clean water and sanitation, to support women’s health and well-being. ​ Overall, the ASEAN Gender Outlook 2024 aims to provide valuable insights and data to help policymakers accelerate progress towards gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls in the region. ​