Policy Brief: A Gender Responsive Recovery for Ukraine

This policy brief underscores the importance of integrating gender equality into Ukraine’s post-war recovery and reconstruction efforts. It highlights the exacerbation of pre-existing gender inequalities due to the conflict and emphasizes the necessity of translating the Government of Ukraine’s gender-responsive policies into actionable measures. The document advocates for a transformative approach that encompasses not only the rebuilding of physical infrastructure but also addresses socio-economic aspects such as social protection, labour force participation, care economy, education, political representation, peacebuilding, and access to quality services. By utilizing existing gender-responsive planning and budgeting tools, and ensuring participatory approaches informed by quality data, the brief outlines strategies to create an inclusive and equitable society in Ukraine.

Year: 2023