The growing numbers of the youth population in our region are the bedrock of our success and an area we should prioritize as a pillar for peace, security, and development. Today, I had the pleasure of engaging in productive discussions with H.E. Micheal Martin

Impressive performance by South Sudan Basketball Team in a match against the USA. This remarkable play is a testament to the immense talent and potential we possess back home in the IGAD region. Let this be an encouragement to our youth that nothing is impossible.

As we commemorate Pan African Women's Day, we recognize the pivotal efforts of African women in achieving Vision 2063. IGAD remains committed to empowering women in the region, promoting their significancy to realize their full potential. #HOAwomenleadingchange #IGADtogether

Listen to Amina Farah M. , Head of IGAD Gender Department, explores the challenges and opportunities women face in leadership roles within the IGAD region. #AfricaWomensDay #HoAWomenLeadingChange #IGADTogether More details about the campaign: igad.int/africas-womens…

Listen to Dr Harriet Nabukwasi , Disease Surveillance and Health Expert at IGAD, as she shares her experience of women making an impact in the health sector across the IGAD region. #AfricaWomensDay #HoAWomenLeadingChange #IGADTogether #AfricaWomensDay #HoAWomenLeadingChange

Education is key in transforming societies. Listen to Ms. Sagal Abudulle Education Officer at IGAD, as she shares her experience of women making an impact in the education sector across the IGAD region. #AfricaWomensDay #HoAWomenLeadingChange #IGADTogether More details about

The climate crisis affects genders in different ways. Listen to Amina IDAN PAUL, a climate change activist in the IGAD region, as she shares her experiences and journey in climate change activism. AfricaWomensDay #HoAWomenLeadingChange #IGADTogether More details about the

Today, we celebrate the remarkable women who illuminate the world with their creativity and passion. Join us as we listen to Wafa Mohamed Ahmed share her work and discuss the challenges she faces as a woman in the creative industry. #AfricaWomensDay #HoAWomenLeadingChange

Young people make up the largest percentage of the population in the IGAD region. They are known for their creativity and have the potential to drive progress towards achieving the SDGs. Today, we celebrate the youth in the IGAD region, and acknowledge their efforts in leveraging

Glad to kick off the induction workshop for our new National IGAD Disaster Drought Resilience & Sustainability Initiative (IDDRSI) Country Coordinators in Addis Ababa! IDDRSI is the platform for Member States to jointly tackle drought related disasters. Together, we're

The IGAD Secretariat Gender Department, under the leadership of Gender Program Manager Amina Farah M., took part in a two-day Gender Mainstreaming and transformative approaches Workshop organized by Sweden in Ethiopia & AU . The training offered valuable insights into effective gender

A valuable and timely workshop, and we look forward to implementing the insights and tools from Sweden in Ethiopia & AU to strengthen our #GEWE initiatives across the region. Together, we can make a significant impact! Dr Workneh Gebeyehu Joachim Beijmo IGAD Secretariat IGAD Spokesperson 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗡𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 🇰🇪

IGAD Gender IGAD Secretariat Amina Farah M. Sweden in Ethiopia & AU Thank you for joining and sharing your valuable experiences. We are in it together 💪🏼

The IGAD Secretariat Gender Department, under the leadership of Gender Program Manager Amina Farah M., launched a three-day training in Machakos, Kenya 🇰🇪. The training aims to operationalise the #IGAD Customised Gender Mainstreaming Guidelines across all divisions and tailor the

The Gender Department at IGAD Secretariat, led by Amina Farah M., kicked off a 3-day workshop in Machakos, Kenya 🇰🇪. This initiative is focused on implementing the #IGAD Gender Mainstreaming Guidelines and customizing the toolkit to align with our specific goals. #GenderEquality.

Discussions are currently taking place in Machakos, Nairobi, where IGAD Gender focal points are exploring strategies to leverage IGAD’s customised tools to advance Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (#GEWE). Participants have now moved into focused group discussions to

In Machakos, Nairobi, IGAD Gender focal points are engaged in discussions on how to effectively use IGAD’s specialized tools to further Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (GEWE). Participants have shifted to group sessions, 1/2

2/2 where they are examining ways to monitor and assess critical gender concerns through IGAD’s tracking systems. They are also generating ideas for incentive programs to reward best practices and address gaps in gender equality compliance.

Date 🗓️: September 4, 2024 Location 📍: Machakos, Kenya Event 📝: Meeting of IGAD Gender focal points IGAD Gender focal points are meeting in Machakos, Kenya 🇰🇪 to explore key strategies for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment. The discussions aim to strengthen