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🗣️ 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

Intersectional challenges demand intersectional solutions. 🌍 Supporting inclusive spaces that amplify diverse and intersecting voices is essential to tackling GBV comprehensively.🔗Check out the SELECT option here: t.ly/EJqZn #16Days UNDP at EU EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐

Digitalization brings opportunity—but also harm.🌐 Day 6 focuses on closing the gendered digital divide while using tech for good.🔗 t.ly/Su5K3 #16Days #TechForGood UNDP at EU EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐

Women peacebuilders are crucial to tackling GBV. 🌿 Day 7 spotlights their role in post-conflict reconciliation & dialogue. 🔗t.ly/VJOLh #16Days UNDP at EU EU Service for Foreign Policy Instruments 🌐

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 🌐

Since 2006, UN Development and #EU have supported 200+ electoral processes. Today, we take stock of our joint #SELECT initiative which helped advance peaceful elections, youth empowerment, gender equality & information integrity. ➡️ec-undp-electoralassistance.org

Pleased to take stock w/ #EU of our joint #SELECT initiative which developed tools like iVerify, iReport & iParticipate to tackle pressing challenges of ensuring credible, inclusive and peaceful elections in the digital age. Check out: sustainingpeace-select.org/the-knowledge-…