Our Scans · (LF.5) Gender Equality · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower women and girls.

• [New] The EESC opinion 'Gender equality strategy 2026-2030' underlines that gender equality is not only a matter of fundamental rights, but also of Europe's economic resilience and competitiveness. European Economic and Social Committee
• [New] The European Commission's new Gender Equality Strategy for 2026-2030 aims to advance equality between women and men across the EU and address persistent challenges such as gender pay gaps, unequal caring responsibilities and gender-based violence. European Economic and Social Committee
• [New] The brisk growth of artificial intelligence may worsen existing gender inequalities and pose new risks to the human rights of women and girls worldwide. Yale Law School
• Australia and the United Kingdom reaffirm the central role of gender equality in inclusive growth and climate resilience, and will deepen collaboration on gender-responsive climate finance in line with international commitments. Mirage News
• Senate Bill 59 will strengthen confidentiality protections for individuals seeking to change their gender or name in California. Yahoo News
• California will implement new laws in July, including a cell phone ban in schools, LGBTQ hotline on student ID cards, and all-gender restrooms in schools. Yahoo News
• By 2030, at least 90% of FCDO bilateral ODA programmes will contribute to gender equality. GOV.UK

Last updated: 27 July 2026