Talofa and welcome to Tuvalu Gender Equality and Social Inclusion information Hub! As a small island nation, Tuvalu faces unique challenges and opportunities in promoting equality and inclusion for all its citizens. In this hub, we aim to shed light on the efforts being made to advance gender equality and social inclusion in Tuvalu, as well as the importance of these initiatives for the nation's sustainab

Details

Gender equality and social inclusion are key drivers of sustainable development in Tuvalu. The nation's commitment to promoting equal opportunities, empowering women and girls, and ensuring the inclusion of all citizens reflect our own cultural and Christian values.  Those values guide our work at the Gender Affairs Department. We believe that every human being must be treated fairly, with dignity and res

Details

Gender is not only about Women & Girls.

I have been working in social development for more than 6 years and joined the Gender Affairs Department in 2021. I've always been fascinated by human interactions and believe that we can all contribute to ensuring everyone's safety and well-being. My passion for communication led me to utilize m

Details

I joined the Gender Affairs Department in 2022 after working as an elementary school teacher. I strongly believe in challenging the limitations imposed on women and men based on their gender. Gender stereotypes assume that women are naturally better at cooking and raising children simply because they are female, while men are assumed to excel as managers and leaders because they are male. These stereotype

Details

I have been working with the Gender Affairs Department since 2018. Utilizing gender analysis has allowed me to gain a broader and more detailed understanding of issues like vulnerability and resilience in the face of disasters, and the impact of COVID-19. I have learned that even though both women and men experience these crises together, their experiences can be vastly different due to varying life exper

Details