5 - gender equality

what is the aim of SDG 5?

aims to end discrimination and violence against women and girls by addressing the barriers that exist to gender equality

what are SDG 5s key features?

end all forms of discrimination against all women and girls, end all forms of violence against women and girls, eliminate harmful practices, such as child forced marriage and female genital mutilation, ensure women can access sexual and reproductive healthcare services

how does SDG 5 link to reducing maternal mortality - SDG 3?

having education improves opportunities for employment and an income which allows families to access nutritious foods and healthcare promoting a safe pregnancy, ending violence against women and child marrigas improves maternal mortality because children’s bodies arent developed enough for childbirth

how does SDG 5 link to reducing under 5 mortality rate - SDG 3?

eliminating female genital mutilation will reduce the risk of complications during pregnancy and the premature death of newborns.

how does SDG 5 link to ending epidemics - SDG 3?

achieving gender equality reduces the risk of violence also reducing risk of spreading diseases such as HIV, eliminating genital mutilation reduces the risk of contracting and spreading diseases such as HIV/AIDs