Women and Gender

Envisioned as a roadmap, the Declaration brings attention to the substantial opportunity for economic growth in Asia and North and South America. more

Asia Society white paper released at APEC Women and the Economy Summit in San Francisco, Sept. 13-16, 2011. more

A two-part panel in DC brings the problem of human trafficking back to the United States. more

Distinguished experts presented the stark realities faced by more than four million internally displaced persons in Asia. more

Human rights advocate Somaly Mam recounts her harrowing life story, and her attempts to prevent other women from sharing her fate. more

The renowned women's rights activist cites "a very clear message" from her formative experiences in India. more

After a State Department honor, three trailblazers reflect on motivations, challenges. more

A harrowing documentary brings the reality of child sex slavery to light for a Washington, DC audience. more

Panel stresses benefits of collaboration on 100th anniversary of International Womens Day. more

A new UNDP Human Development Report finds South Asia lagging in gender equality. more