Promoting Gender Equality and Empowerment: A Path to Sustainable Development

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Introduction Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right but also a critical driver of sustainable development. When women and girls are empowered, they contribute to economic growth, improve health outcomes, and reduce poverty. Despite the undeniable progress made, numerous challenges to gender equality persist globally. Discrimination, violence, and limited access to education and […]

Overcoming Challenges, Empowering the Future: Navigating the Economic Crisis with Sri Lanka’s Youth

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Introduction The post-pandemic economic crisis era has presented numerous challenges for young people in Sri Lanka. The youth in Sri Lanka face several obstacles, including high rates of unemployment and underemployment (Perera, 2020). Moreover, discrimination, stigma, and lack of support further amplify these challenges for LGBTQ individuals and differently-abled youth (Lanka Rainbow Forum, 2020). This […]