Goal 5: Gender equality

Ending all forms of discrimination against women and girls is not only a basic human right but also it is crucial for sustainable future of societies. Providing women and girls with equal access to education, health care, decent work, and representation in political and economic decision making processes will achieve sustainable economies and benefit societies and humanity at large. Goal 5 aims to ensure end to all forms of discrimination against women and girls everywhere. It is vital to give women equal rights on land and property, sexual and reproductive health, and to technology and the internet. Today there are more women in public offices than ever before but encouraging more women leaders will help achieve greater gender equality. This Goal has 9 targets to monitor gender equality and ensure empowerment of women and girls. A total of 33 indicators have been identified in State Indicator Framework to monitor the progress of these targets.

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