Jennet Kem

[Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda @vanyaradzayi]

I celebrate #Africa

[UN Women Ethiopia @unwomenethiopia]

.@unwomenethiopia, the Ministry of Innovation and Technology, and @alx_ethiopia officially welcomed 500 young women to their #AGCCI Phase II learning journey in #DataAnalytics and #Cybersecurity on May 23.
@MinistryofInno2 @AGCCIAfrica_1

[UN Ethiopia @UNEthiopia]

Todya is #AfricaDay.

“Today and every day, the United Nations is proud to work with African countries to build the peaceful, prosperous and sustainable future all Africans – and our world – deserve.”

-@antonioguterres

More⏩: https://t.co/FZZb4tvG6h

[UN Women Ethiopia @unwomenethiopia]

1/2 In her welcoming remarks, Yelfigne Abegaz, National Programme Coordinator at @unwomenethiopia underscored the importance of this moment: "The inauguration of this 6th Batch comes at a pivotal time as we embark on the implementation of UN Women's Strategic Note 2026–2030."

[UN Women Ethiopia @unwomenethiopia]

Strengthening Civil Society Partnerships for Gender Equality in Ethiopia!
On 20 May 2026 @unwomenethiopia officially inaugurated the 6th Batch of its Civil Society Advisory Group (CSO-AG), a landmark moment in deepening partnerships with Ethiopian civil society to advance GEWE.

[UN Women Ethiopia @unwomenethiopia]

Save the Date!

The Official Launch of the Gender Equality & Women's Empowerment Platform.
Hosted by @BurundinAddis & @SAEmbassyAddis to the @_AfricanUnion with @unwomenAU this is a moment not to be missed.

📅 25 May 2026 | ⏰18:00 PM |📍Hilton Addis
RSVP https://t.co/ZRXChVUE6P

[Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda @vanyaradzayi]

@JennetKem @ozonnia @unwomenethiopia @UNEthiopia @unwomenafrica @annamutavati @schadus @UNDPEthiopia @IOMEthiopia @UNICEFEthiopia @OCHA_Ethiopia @UNFPAEthiopia @WFP_Ethiopia We appreciate the leadership of the UN Resident Coordinator on his mandate to lead the system with gender equality and the rights and empowerment of women at the centre

[UN Women Ethiopia @unwomenethiopia]

.@unwomenethiopia joined @NEBEthiopia for the official Validation and Signatory Ceremony of the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on Violence Against Women in Elections (VAWiE), alongside the launch of a stakeholder mapping and a PSA on #VAWiE on 18 May 2026.
🙏 @UNDPEthiopia

[UN Women Ethiopia @unwomenethiopia]

Strengthening Gender-Responsive Media for Inclusive Elections in Ethiopia!
@unwomenethiopia in collaboration with the @EthMediaAuth successfully concluded a two-day Gender Responsive Election Reporting &Violence against Women in Politics& Election Training on 12 May 2026.
#VAWiE

[Jennet Kem @JennetKem]

This engagement marks an important step toward deeper collaboration and delivering results at scale for women and girls across Ethiopia.

[Jennet Kem @JennetKem]

This Friday, I was pleased to receive the newly appointed UN Resident & Humanitarian Coordinator for Ethiopia, H.E. Dr. @ozonnia (ASG), alongside @unwomenethiopia's mgmt team, as part of his ongoing efforts to connect with UN staff & shape a shared vision for impact. @UNEthiopia

[Jennet Kem @JennetKem]

I reaffirmed @UN_Women's commitment to closely align with the RC/HC’s vision and to strengthen collective action so that gender equality and women’s empowerment remain central to Ethiopia’s development, humanitarian, and peace agendas.

[Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda @vanyaradzayi]

Celebrating all mothers, zvangu.
A special shout out kuvaRozvi, vanaMamoyo, va Rozaria. AMAI

[Jennet Kem @JennetKem]

As I noted in my remarks: “Let us use this retreat to reaffirm our shared commitments, strengthen partnerships, and accelerate progress for women and girls.”
#GenderEquality #Partnerships

[Jennet Kem @JennetKem]

Earlier today: I joined partners at the Gender Equality Working Group (GEWG) biennial retreat to reflect, learn, and help shape the path forward for gender equality and women’s empowerment.

[Jennet Kem @JennetKem]

We discussed key national developments, including the upcoming elections and women’s participation, and exchanged practical experiences on effective engagement with government alongside colleagues from the Governance and Health Working Groups.

[UN Women Ethiopia @unwomenethiopia]

Join us for a critical conversation on advancing gender equality through sustainable financing.

📢 AFRSD-12 Side Event: Financing for GEWE
📍 UNCC, ECA, Addis Ababa
🗓 29 April | ⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM EAT

👉 Join virtually via Zoom by scanning the QR code.
#AFRSD12 #GenderEquality

[Jennet Kem @JennetKem]

The way forward is clear:
✅ Scale gender-responsive financing
✅ Strengthen co-creation and partnerships
✅ Align institutions to deliver at scale

Now is the time to turn commitments into results.

[Jennet Kem @JennetKem]

Yesterday at the Private Sector Forum of #ARFSD12, I joined leaders from government, the UN, the private sector, and financial institutions to accelerate progress on the #SDGs in Africa.
From dialogue to action!
#ForwardFaster #GenderEquality #Africa

[Jennet Kem @JennetKem]

Development must be measured by its impact on people, especially women and girls who remain disproportionately left behind.