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23 April 2025
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16 April 2025
Rapid Scoping Review 2025: Türkiye
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
Anti-feminist discourse has long been present among groups across the political spectrum in Türkiye. Erdoğan has explicitly stated that he is against gender equality, that abortion is murder, and that using contraception undermines the nation. This rhetoric influenced the official stance on reproductive rights.
Brief
16 April 2025
Rapid Scoping Review 2025: South Africa
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
South Africa’s Constitution offers protection, and formal recognition as equal citizens, to women and to LGBTQI+ people. It also positions South Africa as an important regional place of refuge for LGBTQI+ Africans, despite the country’s high rates of gender-based violence and xenophobia.
Brief
16 April 2025
Rapid Scoping Review 2025: Philippines
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
Feminist and LGBT+ movements in the Philippines face mounting challenges that are deeply rooted in cultural, religious, and political dynamics. Machismo culture continues to reinforce strict gender roles and perpetuate male dominance, leaving little room for gender equality.
Brief
16 April 2025
Rapid Scoping Review 2025: Pakistan
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
Ongoing political and economic turmoil has deepened existing gendered inequities and compounded rollback in Pakistan. Increasing political polarisation has led to greater restrictions on civil and political rights and a crackdown on dissent.
Brief
16 April 2025
Rapid Scoping Review 2025: Nigeria
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
Nigeria’s socio-political and economic environment presents significant challenges for women’s rights and for LGBTQI+ rights. Women also face discriminatory practices, such as in the northern Kano state, where civil service rules penalise women for pregnancy-related training interruptions.
Brief
16 April 2025
Rapid Scoping Review 2025: Mexico
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
In Mexico, significant progress has been made in promoting gender equality but, despite these advances, organisations operate in an environment that remains adverse for women and LGBTQI+ people.
Brief
16 April 2025
Rapid Scoping Review 2025: Kenya
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
Kenya’s socio-political environment presents significant challenges for women’s and LGBTQI+ rights. Conservative social attitudes – deeply influenced by religious beliefs, political leaders, and traditional norms – exacerbate these challenges.
Brief
16 April 2025
Rapid Scoping Review 2025: Kazakhstan
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
In Kazakhstan, social tensions between the Soviet legacy and the country’s identity as an independent nation perpetuate deep-seated homophobia. Despite the decriminalisation of consensual same-sex conduct in 1998, individuals who are LGBT+ continue to face fear and abuse, leading them to conceal their identities.
Brief
16 April 2025
Rapid Scoping Review 2025: Indonesia
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
Indonesia is experiencing significant democratic backsliding, threatening the freedoms and rights of women and of LGBT+ communities. Civil society organisations, which have long been central to advancing democracy and human rights, are facing increasing restrictions under President Prabowo Subianto’s administration.