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Advancing inclusive trade in a shifting global landscape As global trade shifts, rising inequality threatens women, underscoring urgent need for inclusive trade policies Martha Melesse Marzia Fontana Flaubert Mbiekop
From paper to practice: Grounding maternal, newborn and sexual reproductive health policy in local realities IDRC-supported research analyzes contextual factors shaping sexual and reproductive health outcomes to better inform policy choices. Sana Naffa
Tight budgets, high stakes: Why education financing matters more than ever As budgets tighten worldwide, education financing protects learning, strengthens systems and expands opportunity. Naser Faruqui