Fleur Newman.pdf

The High-Level Panel discussed gender equality, women's autonomy, and policies related to climate change, focusing on the implementation of the Second Gender Action Plan of the UNFCCC. Key points included:

The plan was a necessary step from negotiation to action, despite limitations and constraints.
Progress was made in areas such as building capacity, generating evidence, and strengthening women's participation and leadership in climate policy and action.
Many countries recognized gender integration as a means to enhance climate action ambition and effectiveness in their updated NDCs.
Challenges remain, including insufficient influence and funding for gender action plans, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The development of the Third Gender Action Plan will involve submissions from stakeholders, including information on progress, areas for improvement, and diverse challenges.
Stakeholders are encouraged to map progress in advancing gender equality and empowerment, sharing information with the secretariat to inform the development of just and effective climate policy and action.