This webinar is part of the Commonwealth Secretariat effort at fostering virtual dialogues on the gendered and shadow impact of COVID-19 on women, through its Inclusive Dialogue and Women’s Political Participation Project. During these sessions, Commonwealth governments, the Secretariat, partner institutions and experts will join a dialogue on how political, electoral and governance stakeholders in Africa and the Caribbean are addressing the impact of the pandemic on women - as well as reflect on opportunities for positive change.

COVID-19 has revealed many opportunities to identify women who are at the forefront of building resilience in their communities and whose entry to formal leadership positions could be encouraged and fostered. The inclusive and effective participation of pandemic response and post-pandemic policy, governance and electoral environments, could set Africa and the Caribbean up for a more equitable and healthier future. Join our webinars to learn more about how inclusive dialogue and women’s political participation can amplify voices, build resilience and accelerate transformational leadership.