🌏 Panelists unveil successes and lessons learned at #SELECT conference from 🇲🇳Mongolia, 🇪🇹Ethiopia, 🇿🇲Zambia and beyond in shaping gender-inclusive political processes. #GenderEquality #WomenEmpowerment

With UN Development we work to ensure peaceful & inclusive electoral processes online. During this week's conference, 200 participants from Electoral Management Bodies & other players exchanged best practices & programming priorities to address #disinformation in election processes.

🔍📈What are the practical approaches and existing tools to enhance electoral #inclusion and integrity?🗳️   🇱🇷Local Voices Liberia, supported by UN Development, is implementing the iVerify system to identify and mitigate #InformationPollution. #SELECT

In 2024, 2+ billion people will vote in more than 65 elections worldwide. Global conference by UN Development and EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐 concludes in Brussels, underlines verified and trusted information is key for peaceful and fair elections. 👉tinyurl.com/4y7f73cd #SELECT

Muy honrado de firmar junto a la #UE Pelayo Castro 🇪🇺 Jaume Segura Socias nueva iniciativa de €10 millones para fortalecimiento del ciclo electoral, transparencia, inclusión y paz en Honduras. Un apoyo a las instituciones electorales y a la sociedad, en pro de la democracia UNDP at EU

🗣️ Protecting truth means protecting those who share it. Today, on the International Day to #EndImpunity for Crimes against Journalists, we highlight the joint EU-UNDP #iVerify initiative—a tool to detect and combat disinformation. #PressFreedom #SELECT t.ly/esWh4

📢 The SELECT Project just wrapped up a successful event in Budva, Montenegro (Nov 11-12)! 🎉Participants gathered as we presented key findings on fostering peace and resilience during electoral processes. Together, we’re building stronger democratic systems! 🌍💪#Democracy #UNDP

🟠Day 1 of #16Days: Women engaged in politics face violence at all levels – from hate speech to targeted attacks during elections. A comprehensive shift is essential.🌍Check out the EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐-UNDP SELECT tool focusing on tackling negative social norms t.ly/jloDt

Technology-facilitated GBV is hampering women’s leadership in public life 📡 on Day 2 the SELECT focuses on monitoring hate speech and divisive gendered language silencing women's voices t.ly/x_Jy3 #16Days #NoExcuse EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐 UNDP at EU

Almost one in three women globally have been subjected to physical and/or sexual violence🚨 Today’s focus: Hotlines for reporting sexual & gender-based violence during electoral processes—ensuring survivors are heard and supported.🔗t.ly/ZHpsC #EndGBV UNDP at EU EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐

Women in politics face violence at alarming rates— 44% of women parliamentarian’s face death, rape, or assault threats online🎙️Today’s focus: Supporting women to overcome digital abuse🔗t.ly/ZHpsC #16Days EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐 UNDP at EU

Despite progress to address and prevent violence against women, at the current rate, it will take at least another 21 years for laws to be in place everywhere. 📜 Today we focus on legal reforms for gender-responsive elections.🔗 t.ly/oLHKs UNDP at EU EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐

Political parties play a critical role in preventing GBV. 🗳️ Zero-tolerance codes of conduct promote a gender-sensitive working culture and foster accountability for abuse during electoral processes.🔗 t.ly/NMq7G #16Days UNDP at EU EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐

Transforming violent masculinities is vital. 🚹 Today’s focus: Engaging men & boys to dismantle gender-based discrimination and violence. 🔗 t.ly/o-TxO #16Days #MenAsAllies UNDP at EU EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐

Last year, the proportion of women killed in conflicts doubled⚠️ Gender-responsive early warning systems flag risks, ensuring timely responses and protecting the most vulnerable during electoral processes.🔗t.ly/jbYPZ #16Days #EarlyWarning UNDP at EU EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐

📚 Civic education campaigns and trainings can challenge gender stereotypes and raise awareness about violence against women, fostering a culture of equality and respect🔗t.ly/y8ZmB #16Days #AwarenessAgainstGBV UNDP at EU EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐

Empowering women in politics requires innovation. 🤖 Today we focus on training women candidates to leverage AI tools in their campaigns, breaking stereotypes and amplifying their leadership.🔗 t.ly/xHg8w #16Days #WomenInLeadership UNDP at EU EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐

Women's leadership strengthens democracy. 🗳️ Day 14 focuses on empowering women leaders through support to affirmative action policies like quota systems and Temporary Special Measures (TSMs) to ensure equal political participation.🔗t.ly/l46le UNDP at EU EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐

Digital spaces have opened new avenues for abuse, but solutions exist. 📱 Day 15 highlights AI-powered tools to assess electoral data for insights into inclusion. 🔗t.ly/l46le #16Days #SafeTech UNDP at EU EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐

As #16DaysOfActivism2024 ends, the fight continues. Together, we can end GBV by gender-proofing our programs and addressing root causes to empower women at every level. Let's ensure a future where women thrive, safely and equally.🔗t.ly/vjPJG UNDP at EU EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐