Region:Asia Pacific
Current UN Women Plan Period Afghanisthan:2018-2022
World Bank Income Classification:Low Income
The World Bank classifies economies for analytical purposes into four income groups: low, lower-middle, upper-middle, and high income. For this purpose it uses gross national income (GNI) per capita data in U.S. dollars, converted from local currency using the World Bank Atlas method, which is applied to smooth exchange rate fluctuations.
Least Developed Country:Yes
Since 1971, the United Nations has recognized LDCs as a category of States that are deemed highly disadvantaged in their development process, for structural, historical and also geographical reasons. Three criteria are used: per capita income, human assets, and economic vulnerability.
Gender Inequality Index:0.575
GII is a composite metric of gender inequality using three dimensions: reproductive health, empowerment and the labour market. A low GII value indicates low inequality between women and men, and vice-versa.
Gender Development Index:0.723
GDI measures gender inequalities in achievement in three basic dimensions of human development: health, education, and command over economic resources.
Population:209,497,025
Source of population data: United Nations, Department of Economic and Social Affairs, Population Division (2022). World Population Prospects: The 2022 Revision
Male:19,976,265 (9.5%)
Female:189,520,760 (90.5%)
outcome XM-DAC-41146-MLI_D_4.1
By 2024, people are resilient to conflict, live reconciled and in harmony in a peaceful and secure environment that respects human rights and positive cultural traditions. (Related to SP_D_4.1 : More commitments on women, peace and security are implemented by Member States and the UN system, and more gender equality advocates influence peace and security processes)
The outcome is partially achieved during the course of 2021. However, during the year significant progress was made on women's participation in the peace process. The participation of 9 women as members of the National Committee for the Follow-up of the Implementation of the Agreement (CSA) is strengthened 6 years after the signing of the Agreement. This is one of the most significant results in terms of women's political participation in the peace process. The political commitment of the three signatory parties to the Peace Agreement to ensure the involvement of women in this monitoring body of the political peace process has intensified in 2021 with their decision to appoint 3 additional women to the CSA (which will increase their level of representation to 37.5% when effective) and 12 women to the 5 technical sub-commissions. This change is a real transformation in Mali and is the result of intense advocacy since the first Ouagadougou Peace Accords for women to participate fully in negotiation and peace frameworks. The reports of the UN Secretary General and the Independent Observer recognize the contribution of women in the National Committee for the Follow-up of the Implementation of the Agreement (CSA). UN Women has contributed significantly to the implementation of women members of the CSA a capacity building programme by providing technical (advisory support, training tools, provision of resource persons and trainers), logistics and financial support. UN Women contribution is recognized by the reports of the UN Secretary General's periodic reports on the situation in Mali. UN Women worked with in close partnership with the Folke Bernadotte Academy (FBA), MINUSMA, the Ministry of reconciliation peace and national cohesion in charge of the agreement for peace and national reconciliation and the Ministry for the Promotion of women children and the family, with the technical support from the Office of the high representative of the president of the transition for the monitoring of the implementation of the agreement. Based on the context analysis to date, the theory of change is still relevant in 2021. The strategy has not been changed. By 2021, women members of the CSA have enhanced their knowledge and skills to better ensure their full and effective participation in the CSA. There is a process of transformation towards stronger leadership during this programme. Before, many of the new women appointed to the CSA did not feel confident to perform their role alongside men. Gradually, observations and evaluations of the training they have received show an increase in their self-confidence and public speaking skills. They can engage in discussions on sensitive issues on the peace and reconciliation agreement, express their positions and listen to those of others without tension between them, which was not the case at the beginning. They recognize the importance of collaborating and coordinating with each other and with the men in their delegations before, during and after CSA’s sessions. The participation of men in the capacity building programme, including the heads of delegation of the two formed armed movements (CMA and Platform), was remarkable and provided qualitative inputs in terms of sharing their learning about the dynamics within the CSA, advising on strategies to bring women's issues to the table and influence decisions. They also acknowledged that they have a better understanding of gender mainstreaming and are committed to supporting the consideration of women's needs in the implementation of the Peace Agreement. The mood between the two groups is very positive during the training sessions and fosters the conditions for good collaboration between them. A capacity building programme should include all members of the peace mechanism, not just women, to ensure that men are open to gender issues and facilitate the consideration of their needs.
outcome XM-DAC-41146-MLI_D_4.2
By 2024, people are resilient to conflict, live reconciled and in harmony in a peaceful and secure environment that respects human rights and positive cultural traditions. (Related to SP_D_4.2 : More women play a greater role and are better served by humanitarian response and recovery efforts)
The outcome is partially achieved during 2021.However, during the year significant progress was made on women's participation in the peace process. Gender is systematically integrated into the humanitarian response planning process: in the humanitarian needs analysis and the humanitarian response plan through strengthened technical capacities of humanitarian actors including government officials. Humanitarian coordination at national and local levels has developed a more gender-sensitive humanitarian agenda and programming with the support of UN Women. Appropriate mechanisms such as the Humanitarian Country Team (HCT) roadmap for gender mainstreaming in humanitarian action, the Cluster Gender Focal Point Network are in place and functioning, thanks mainly to the support and leadership of UN Women. The identification and systematic consideration of the specific and priority needs of women and girls now makes the humanitarian response more adapted to the needs of vulnerable groups. The humanitarian needs analysis (HNO) and the humanitarian response plan (HRP) show this important progress. UN Women provide technical (advisory support, training tools, trainers), logistics and financial support. UN Women contribution is recognized by OCHA reports and the reports of the National Solidarity Directorate in charge of humanitarian action. UN Women worked closely with the gender experts from GENCAP and with OCHA under the supervision of the UN Humanitarian Coordinator and the UN Women Resident Representative. The assistance operations were carried out in complementarity with the coordinated actions of the state services and other humanitarian actors of the United Nations and national and international NGOs. Based on the context analysis to date, the theory of change is still relevant in 2021. The strategy has not been changed. 5391 displaced people, including 5162 women, in the IDP camps of Mopti, Ségou and Bamako benefit from humanitarian assistance and gradually restore their dignity The Humanitarian Country Team should regularly invite a key women-led civil society organisation to its meetings to continue the dialogue on how best to address the identified needs of women and girls and the results of evaluations of the humanitarian response in Mali. The inclusion of women, particularly displaced girls, can be promoted by making their participation a fundamental criteria for the eligibility of local organisations for project funding. In addition to addressing the urgent needs of women and girls affected by conflict, a thorough analysis of the structural causes of conflict must accompany the response.
outcome XM-DAC-41146-MLI_D_6.1
By 2024, people live in a rule of law, an environment of peace and accountability through strong public institutions, media and civil society exercising their roles and responsibilities for effective and inclusive governance (related to SP_D_6.1 : The capacity of governments and stakeholders is strengthened to assess progress in implementation of the Beijing Platform for Action, and other global normative and policy frameworks) .
The outcome was not achieved, however some capacity building and advocacy activities are carried out throughout the country by different actors in society on gender equality norms and the fight against violence against women/girls and gender-based violence. These activities are carried out in partnership with EVAW's flagship program (Spotlight Program), as this program has not yet mobilized funds for its implementation. The capacities of 211 members of the Budget Monitoring Group (BMG) and regional actors are improved on gender equality standards and women's empowerment in the localities of Kayes, Koulikoro and Segou. This group was 132 men (63%) and 79 women (37%).The technical and institutional capacities of 106 (80 men (75.47%) and 26 women (24.53%) key actors of the National Police were strengthened on the following themes: issues related to the integration of gender in security and protection policies and strategies and gender equality standards and women's empowerment. The capacities of 148 communal councilors, local health, social development and women's promotion agents (110 men or 74.32% and 38 women or 25.68%) were strengthened on gender equality standards and women's empowerment. 31 national, regional and PSC directors and managers (20 Women -64.51%- and 11 Men (35.49%) were reinforced on gender norms and women's empowerment. 36 senior officials (27 women (75%) and 9 men (25%) of the National Agricultural Development Bank (BNDA) were reinforced on gender equality standards and women's empowerment during the session on integrating gender responsive budgeting into their plans, programs and strategies to prevent and combat gender-based violence and harmful practices against women and girls on Gender and its concepts, Gender Responsive Budgeting (GRB).Showing 6 - 8 of 8
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