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outcome XM-DAC-41146-HND_D_1.1
Civil society, especially groups in situations of exclusion, participate and influence actively on the exercise of their rights, leaving no one behind.
This year, qualitative progress continues to be made in legal and political provisions led by women politicians (UN Women continues to work directly and in strengthening the Gender Equality Commission, congressmen, mayors and councilors, Forum of Women Politicians) and women's organizations in civil society. - On the threshold of the primary electoral process scheduled for March 2025, UN Women has worked directly with the Gender Unit of the National Electoral Council to technically assist the Work Plan for Primary Elections in Honduras (PLANEPH) with the objective of strengthening this area and giving due attention to cases of gender-based political violence that arise. - The gender perspective in the 2023 General Budget of the Nation continues in 2025, not directly and specifically, but the bases are followed to ensure investment at all levels to advance gender equality. The general budget of the Republic has not yet been approved for December 2024. UN Women continued to provide technical assistance to the Gender Equality Commission of the National Congress, SEMUJER and women's organizations. In terms of capacity building, women with a representative profile have been trained to understand and defend their human and political rights, as well as local leadership and participation in elected positions.
outcome XM-DAC-41146-HND_D_2.1
The State and Honduran society implement policies, strategies and programs that allow the transition to an adequate and inclusive economic transformation and decent work for women and men.
The launch of the Honduras Food Security Policy (2023-2043) aims to foster economic, social, and environmental improvements in a sustainable and inclusive manner. This policy reflects the realities and aspirations of producers in Honduras' key sectors, incorporating contributions from public, private, and civil society actors involved in the agri-food sector. Its formulation comes at a pivotal moment of global transition, shaped by the post-COVID-19 pandemic, the Russia-Ukraine war, climate change, and rising costs of inputs, services, and technology. This context aligns with global technological advancements and the widespread poverty affecting small-scale producers. The Food Security Policy (PESAH) emphasizes the need to increase agri-food production in the country and proposes the creation of a separate national rural development policy, in coordination with state and private entities specialized in the field. The current context presents new challenges, including biosecurity, climate change, bioeconomy, the substitution of chemical fertilizers, organic production, livestock production, land invasions, migration, protected agriculture, specialized farming, and rural youth, among others. The Third Gender Equality Policy Plan of the State, currently under approval by the Council of Ministers of Honduras, is a vital tool for advancing the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), leaving no one behind. The Third Gender Equality and Justice Plan 2023-2033 (hereinafter referred to as III PIJGH), launched by the Government of the Republic of Honduras, is instrumental in achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls (SDG 5). This requires states to adopt and commit to developing and implementing public policies that address the root causes of discrimination and gender inequality. The progress made toward gender equality in Honduras and in the region shows that much work remains, especially in terms of changing discriminatory sociocultural patterns, strengthening institutional capacities, and allocating the necessary resources to effectively implement plans, programs, projects, and public policies aimed at closing gender gaps and combating social, political, cultural, and economic discrimination. In Honduras, various forms of discrimination and violence persist in different areas of everyday life, undermining fundamental rights such as access to education, healthcare, dignified employment, decision-making power, and political participation—ultimately affecting the dignity and well-being of women in all their diversity. The State must ensure the necessary conditions for all individuals to fully enjoy their rights. This is why the creation of tools like this public policy is crucial for impacting the daily lives of Honduran women. The measures adopted in the policy aim to achieve material equality by integrating political, legislative, and/or administrative actions to eliminate any form of discrimination and violence against women and girls in state action. These actions guarantee non-discrimination on the basis of gender in society and promote women's access to the full enjoyment of their rights and fundamental freedoms, focusing efforts on the prevention, care, and eradication of all forms of violence and discrimination. Under the EFI program, UN Women, in coordination with the National Banking and Insurance Commission, supported the National Institute of Statistics in reviewing the financial inclusion module integrated into the Permanent Household Survey (EPHPM). This module aims to assess the level of banking inclusion among the Honduran population, as well as their financial literacy and personal finance management skills. The data collection took place in the last quarter of 2024 and will serve as an analytical tool, helping to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement in financial inclusion. This will also lay the groundwork for policy guidelines and strategies focused on women's inclusion in the provision of financial products and services. Financial Inclusion Module Through technical assistance, UN Women is strengthening the capacity of the National Banking and Insurance Commission (CNBS), which oversees financial activities related to insurance, pensions, and resource management and investment. UN Women has signed a memorandum of understanding with the CNBS to collaborate on developing training processes on gender gaps in women's participation in financial institutions, their access to and use of financial services, and other relevant topics. Support will also be provided for the development of methodologies and training techniques, both formal and informal, on gender and masculinities. Efforts will focus on promoting gender equality within financial institutions and mainstreaming gender perspectives into the National Financial Inclusion Strategy (ENIF) 2024-2028, as well as conducting analysis and data tabulation based on the financial inclusion data gathered and the Gender Gaps Report for the financial system. Well-being, Social Protection, and Care Systems As part of the MELYT program, UN Women has supported the Ministry of Social Development in achieving three key milestones: The establishment of the High-Level Cabinet for the Creation of the Comprehensive Care System in Honduras, as a governance space for the development of the Care System within the Social Cabinet of the Government of the Republic, involving 12 institutions. The installation of the technical team for the Care Cabinet. The creation of the technical care table. These spaces foster dialogue and exchange between institutional actors and civil society organizations, promoting interinstitutional collaboration to advance several key initiatives, including the drafting of a bill for the Comprehensive Care System, the development of an inclusive care policy, a government communication campaign on caregiving to raise public awareness, and a high-level forum on care. Additionally, a mapping exercise was conducted to identify all initiatives and programs funded by international cooperation. A meeting was held to discuss the lines of work and coordinate efforts to promote shared responsibility for care, align actions, and contribute to the development of a more equitable and sustainable care system in Honduras. Participating organizations include: UN Women, We Effect, CARE, Justicia Alimentaria, Oxfam, the Embassies of Canada and Germany, Spanish Cooperation, the IDB, PNUD, UNICEF, UNOPS, OHCHR, UNHCR, the OAS, SOCODEVI, and the Office of the Resident Coordinator. Collaboratory for Promoting Innovative Initiatives An important strategy for fostering economic transformation and promoting decent work for both women and men is the establishment of a collaboratory aimed at promoting innovative initiatives to accelerate inclusion and promote women's financial health. This collaboratory brings together financial and non-financial service providers to address key issues such as increasing financial education, reducing loan requirements, especially for rural women, and overcoming barriers like lack of information, poverty, and limited access to technology.
outcome XM-DAC-41146-HND_D_3.1
The State and the Honduran population reduce the violence and conflict that affects them, with particular attention to violence against women and youth.
At the national level, the Honduran government took measures to reduce violence against women and girls: an emergency was declared at the beginning of the year 2024 due to the number of femicides registered. The measures implemented include the strengthening of the Inter-institutional Commission for the Follow-up of Violent Deaths of Women and Femicides through the adoption of a Multisectoral Action Plan for the Prevention and Combat of Violent Deaths of Women and Femicides. Women's organizations strengthened their advocacy and political articulation capacities, achieving the historic approval of the Shelter Homes Law. In addition, with the support of UN Women, the Purple Alert Law for the Search for Disappeared Women was submitted to the Gender Commission of the National Congress for its positioning in Congress.
outcome XM-DAC-41146-HND_D_4.1
The Honduran State implements policies, strategies and programs that allows strengthen the sustainability and resilience of their development.
The Honduran government in the last years has promoted initiatives to strengthen its institutions, including the gender perspective. However, despite the creation of the Ministry of Women Affairs , some coordination issues have been encountered by the Ministry with other government institutions. Gender Units in every state Ministry and insitution continue to operate to lead the integration of gender perspective in all government action; challenges continue in the functionnig of this structures, both financially and technically, UN Women continues dialogue with the Ministry of Women Affairs to articulate actions that will take advantage of this initiative and strengthen the gender offices.
outcome XM-DAC-41146-HND_O_1
Ensuring an accountable organization through Principled Performance
UNWOMEN Honduras has a deliveery rate 2024 CORE 96% Non core 85% (awaiting official amounts by the books) The action plans for audits conducted in 2023 was updated on time, 0% of pendings audit recomendations Busisness Continuty Plan is 90% compliant in BCCMA platformShowing 1 - 5 of 9