Gender and human security

Combining parenting programmes with social grants works better against various types of violence than when used alone.

ISS research quantifies improvements in Africa’s economic outlook as a result of gender equality advances.

ISS research quantifies improvements in Africa’s economic outlook as a result of gender equality advances.

A new project, delivered during working hours, brings business and civil society together to make South Africa safer.

In the upsurge of laws and policies targeting homosexuality, the plight of victims is often forgotten.

To address existing gaps, a deep dive into women’s needs and vulnerabilities is needed.

To address existing gaps, a deep dive into women’s needs and vulnerabilities is needed.

Despite their institutional under-representation, women do not want to remain on the sidelines of political change.

Research in the region most affected by violence shows why focusing on gender-specific needs would deliver better responses.

Despite being powerful change agents, women are often not included in climate policies – this must change.

Despite being at the forefront of local adaptation strategies, women are ignored in most climate actions.

South Africa can break its cycles of violence by investing in supporting children and caregivers.