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The Australian Development Gateway (ADG) strives to support members of the development community in their efforts to reduce poverty and enhance sustainable development in the Asia Pacific region. The site has been created with participation from members of government, private, academia and non-government organisations. User feedback mechanisms have been incorporated to guide future directions of the site. The site is optimised for low bandwidth access to enable the widest participation throughout the Asia Pacific region.

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Last updated on 06 December 2007

Improving women’s health through gender equality and women’s empowerment

This article discusses the impact of gender equity issues on women's health in developing countries. (The Lancet) More info >>

The importance of women’s status for child nutrition

This article presents the results of a research study into the relationship between women's status and child malnutrition in developing countries. (International Food Policy Research Institute: 2003) More info >>

Engaging men and boys in changing gender-based inequity in health

This review assessed the effectiveness of programs seeking to engage men and boys in achieving gender equity and improved health outcomes for both genders.   (World Health Organisation (WHO): 2007) More info >>

Gender equality, work and health: a review of the evidence

This publication discusses the relationship between gender inequality and health problems.  (World Health Organisation (WHO): 2006) More info >>

Gender analysis in health - a review of selected tools

This document reviews 17 gender analysis tools and assesses their usefulness in undertaking gender analysis of health policies, research and programs. (World Health Organisation (WHO): 2002) More info >>


 

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