Feminist Leadership

True gender equality in the world demands a profound reshaping of our systems, structures, and cultures. The path to this transformation is paved by embracing feminist leadership practices, where leaders delve deeper, defy normal, and move beyond mere performative actions and standardized solutions. Our vision is to achieve systemic change for gender justice through the promotion of feminist leadership practices.

Key portfolio design principles include:  

  • Focus on transformative change: We are a team of feminist and gender equality technical experts with a deep understanding of transformative change and the ability to effectively unpack gender equality issues and dimensions. We can leverage our long-standing understanding of how change happens to drive purposeful agenda forward.  

  • Feminist pedagogy: We are skilled facilitators, which is crucial to driving deep, meaningful conversations and sparking change. Our approach of meeting people where they are, influenced by feminist pedagogy, ensures inclusive, collaborative learning experiences. We deliver functional, experiential, and beautifully designed experiences.  

  • Intersectionality: Our deep understanding of intersectional feminism, enhances our capacity to approach and solve problems from multiple perspectives.  

  • Skilled adaptation: Our comprehensive knowledge of the sector, including key actors and resources, enables effective communication of complex concepts and tailored approaches for different industries.  

  • Practical learning experiences: At the heart of our approach is a commitment to translating theory and evidence into action by equipping individuals and organizations with tools, knowledge, and models that help them address gender inequalities in their work and maximize impact. 

  • Embrace complexity: Our work is designed to provide a framework and roadmap for organizations and leaders to embrace feminist leadership incrementally, supporting them navigate the complexities of such practices.  

Spotlight on our Feminist Leadership Work

  • Public Leadership for Gender Equality (PL4GE): A Framework and Capacity Development Approach for Gender Transformative Policy Change

  • Transforming Global Health Institutions: The Role of Leadership in Achieving Gender Equality and Health for All