The world is at a crossroads. While the past decades have seen remarkable progress toward gender equality and human rights, a growing backlash threatens to erode these hard-won gains. Anti-gender movements are mobilizing to restrict the rights of women, LGBTQIA+ communities, and other disadvantaged groups. From attacks on reproductive justice and LGBTQIA+ rights to the broader erosion of democratic governance and civil society, these movements are gaining traction at alarming rates across the globe.
Backlash Unfiltered: Pushing Forward for Equality in Times of Change is a podcast series by UNRISD, launched as part of our ongoing commitment to gender justice and inclusive development. Through in-depth conversations with leading scholars, activists, and policymakers, this series explores the rise of anti-gender movements, their impact on social development, and the historical and geopolitical forces that sustain them. It sheds light on how these movements are influencing institutions, reshaping policies, and altering public discourse—with significant global repercussions.
At the same time, this series is not just about understanding the backlash—it is about resilience and reimagining a more just future. By amplifying the voices of those on the front lines of gender justice, we seek to inspire new strategies for coalition-building, and progressive action.
Join us as we navigate this critical moment—unpacking the challenges ahead while reaffirming our collective vision for a world rooted in equality, dignity, and justice for all.
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