This review sets out available evidence related to the political representation of women and women’s rights organisations in COVID-19 decision-making. It examines levels of participation of women in decision-making spaces, their contribution to more gender-sensitive response and general gendered impact of COVID-19.
The review sets out recommendations on how the engagement of women in COVID-19 response can be improved.
Date of publication
Publisher
Institute of Development Studies
Population
Women and girls
Sector
Gender equality
Governance and inclusive societies
Health
Participation and leadership
Type of resource
Evidence/literature review
Funding
FCDO-funded resource by partner
Length
Medium (6-20 pages)
Geographical focus
Global
Language
English