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7 March 2025

Call for Applications: The March 8 Fund 2025

Supporting local gender equality initiatives amid global backlash
Akhil presenting his research study during GEST
7 March 2025

Akhil Neelam, GRÓ GEST Alumnus: Political parties crucial for advancing women’s political participation

Akhil Neelam, a distinguished alumnus of the GRÓ Gender Equality Studies and Training Programme (GRÓ GEST 2023), is a passionate social entrepreneur and policy professional dedicated to promoting gender equality and inclusive politics in South Asia. As the co-founder of the Centre for Gender And Politics (CGAP), Akhil leads a volunteer-driven think tank that has mobilized over 130 professionals from 14 countries to drive research and advocacy work on gender-inclusive politics. With a background in Mechanical Engineering and Liberal Arts, he has also played a pivotal role in implementing large-scale education reforms in India, benefitting over 6 million students through innovative EdTech initiatives.
19 February 2025

Every Child Should Have the Opportunity to Succeed: Brenda Apeta GRÓ GEST Alumna

Every child should have the opportunity to succeed: Brenda Apeta GRÓ GEST Alumna
18 February 2025

March 8 Fund Project Delivers Transformative Impact in Uganda

Alumnus Peter Katuramu Leads Initiative for Disability Rights
4 February 2025

Breaking Barriers: GRÓ GEST Alumna Madalitso Juwayeyi's Mission to Empower Young Women and Combat HIV

"As a visionary leader, I inspire young women to overcome barriers and lead social change for equitable development."
29 January 2025

Strengthening Partnerships: GRÓ GEST Operations Manager Visits Sierra Leone

In January 2025, GRÓ GEST‘s Operations Manager, Guðrún Eysteinsdóttir, embarked on a mission to Sierra Leone at the invitation of Ásdís Bjarnadóttir, Head of Mission at the Icelandic Embassy in Freetown, to participate in the inaugural African Maritime Gender Network (AMGN) conference