Outcome AUL_O_2

Advancing partnerships, resourcing; Effectively influencing for impact & scale

The AULO advanced partnerships and resourcing while effectively influencing for impact and scale through several strategic initiatives: Collaboration with AU and UNECA : AULO worked closely with AU and UNECA offices to ensure that joint efforts aligned with UN Women and AU gender strategies in Africa. This collaboration was designed to avoid duplication, ensure coherence, and drive results by leveraging UN Women’s country and regional work at the continental level. Engagement with AUC Departments : The AULO maintained ongoing engagement with various AUC departments, including WGYD, ARBE, ESTI, PAPS, HHSD, and the Office of the Special Envoy on Women Peace and Security. This engagement ensured that gender equality and women's empowerment remained integral to the policy and programmatic agendas of these departments. Facilitating Coordination : In 2024, the AULO served as an entry point for UN Women Country and Regional Offices to engage with the AUC mainly through the Beijing+30 review, pre CSW/common position for Africa and the AU convention. It facilitated coordination between the Women, Gender, and Youth Directorate (WGYD) and gender ministries at the member state level, leveraging its strategic position to enhance collaboration across different levels of governance. Public-Private Partnerships : The office emphasized the importance of public-private partnerships and private sector engagement in implementing its Strategic Note (SN). During the reporting period, it secured funding from Siemens AG boosting its resource base to support its initiatives. Strategic Actions for Visibility : The AULO undertook several strategic actions to enhance the visibility of its initiatives. These included supporting regional consultations and continent-wide campaigns on the AU Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (AUCEVAWG), celebrating International Rural Women Day, and leading Africa's regional review for the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration. Addressing Digital Gender Gaps : The office addressed digital gender gaps by highlighting the achievements of young women in technology during Youth Month events, such as the Pan African Youth Forum and a mini hackathon. Awareness Campaigns : AULO raised awareness about violence against women through impactful social media campaigns and public events, further solidifying its leadership and commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Advancing partnerships, resourcing; Effectively influencing for impact & scale

UN Women LO worked closely with the AU and UNECA offices to ensure joint efforts are aligned with UN Women and AU gender strategies in Africa, coordinated to avoid duplication, coherent and results driven, and leverage UN Women’s country and regional level work by connecting it to the continental level. During the reporting year UN Women LO continued its engagement with AUC Departments of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment (ARBE); Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (ESTI); Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS); Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development (HHS) and the Office of the Special Envoy on Women Peace and Security. The during the year 2023 served as an entry point for UN Women Country and regional offices to the AUC while UN Women Country offices facilitate coordination between WGYD and gender ministries at the member states level taking advantage of their presence at the country level. Public-private partnerships and private sector engagement played a critical role in the implementation of this SN. The LO acquired funding from Belgian and Swedish government during the reporting period. P