Senate Committee on Defence; Senate Committee on Army; Senate Committee on Navy; Senate Committee on Police Affairs; Senate Committee on National Security and Intelligence.
SDG 5, the focus on gender equality and empowerment, is a linchpin for achieving all sustainable development Goals (SDGs). By addressing discrimination, violence, and unequal access to resources, SDG 5 creates a foundation for inclusive and sustainable progress, When women and girls are educated, economically empowered, and involved in decision-making, societies become more resilient and prosperous. Gender equality amplifies the impact of efforts to end poverty, ensure quality education, improve health and combat climate change. Without addressing this fundamental imbalance, the full realization of the SDGs remains elusive, underscoring the SDG 5’s pivotal role in fostering holistic and lasting global development.