Introduction

Goal 5 of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) “achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls,” known as the stand-alone gender goal, recognizes the fundamental role of women in achieving poverty reduction, food security and nutrition. Goal 5 refers to governments’ commitments to end discrimination across the spectrum. More specifically, Goal 5 is broken down into the following nine targets.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Gender Equality

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Reduced Inequalities