Are We Getting There? A synthesis of UN system evaluations of SDG 5

New York (New York - USA): UN Women, 2024.

English

110 p.

ELR2290

As we cross the midpoint of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and amidst stalled progress on achieving gender equality, the independent evaluation offices of UN Women, UNDP, UNFPA, UNICEF, and WFP saw an opportunity to conduct an inter-agency synthesis of UN system evaluations related to Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5, gender equality). In total, 295 evaluations were synthesized to generate evidence on what is working, evidence gaps, and lessons to advance SDG 5. Key findings highlighted the United Nations’ contribution towards advancing gender-responsive legislation; the effectiveness of integrated and holistic programming; the use of knowledge, data and research to support advocacy; technical support and capacity strengthening; and the centrality of civil society partners in achieving SDG 5. At the same time, operationalizing the “leave no one behind” principle was a noted challenge, more sustained prioritization of gender in humanitarian situations is required, and there is need for stronger monitoring and evaluation to assess contribution towards gender equality outcomes. Harmful social norms and financing for gender equality were commonly cited as significant barrier to progress. Government commitment and institutional readiness were key enablers of progress.

Electronic ed.

ELR 2290

eng

MON-128764