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Commonwealth Youth Gender & Equality Network

Commonwealth Youth Gender & Equality Network

Commonwealth Youth Gender & Equality Network

The Commonwealth Youth Gender & Equality Network (CYGEN) is a youth-led and focused network which actively promotes and supports the meaningful inclusion of youth voices on gender equality issues. Read more

Published: 16th May, 2019

Updated: 26th March, 2020

Author: Benjamin Hodge

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CYGEN Executive Committee

CYGEN Executive Committee

CYGEN is a youth-led network overseen by a fairly elected Executive Committee of six members. Each Executive holds a thematic portfolio representing one of CYGEN's focus areas and the Coordinator is responsible for administering, coordinating and representing the Network. Read more

Published: 17th May, 2019

Updated: 23rd November, 2020

Author: Benjamin Hodge

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#Reform53 - Together for Legal Equality

#Reform53 - Together for Legal Equality

Send a message to Commonwealth leaders that the time for reform is now. Paint your palm with the equality symbol and share your selfie using #Reform53. Read more

Published: 18th August, 2019

Updated: 6th October, 2020

Author: Elizabeth van der Valk

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Gender Matters Training Course

Gender Matters Training Course

In Colombo, 29 young gender champions from 13 countries across the Commonwealth Asia-Pacific region came together for a week-long experiential workshop designed to equip them with the skills, knowledge and practices to become advocacy leaders. Read more

Published: 20th August, 2019

Updated: 10th December, 2019

Author: Coral Fleming

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