In the realm of international development and social research, persistent gaps often hinder truly impactful work. Traditional approaches can overlook crucial perspectives, leading to research that is disconnected from the realities it aims to address. At Includovate, we are committed to transforming research practices by actively addressing these critical shortcomings. Here’s how Includovate is making […]
At Includovate, we believe that safeguarding is not just a policy — it’s a promise. A promise that every person we engage with, especially children and those who are marginalised or excluded, will be protected, respected, and heard. Every day, our researchers and partners enter communities where trust must be earned — sitting with mothers, […]
Every child’s voice matters.” This DFAT-funded project is a collaboration between Canopy Nepal and Includovate, as part of the Australian Water Partnership and shows how young storytellers can drive transformative change. Dive into the “Buneka Katha Storybook,” featuring narratives from young Nepali storytellers about their experiences and perspectives on environmental issues, particularly related to the […]
By: Dr. Gisela Carrasco-Miró – Principal Researcher in Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Feminism is not just a set of ideas or a point of view; it is a political practice—a movement with the power to transform the world. Feminism reimagines the future. But what does this mean in practice? Are feminist futures possible? […]
By: Kashaf Alvi – Includovate’s Ambassador What if the ultimate prize in life isn’t victory over others, but the victory of love, unity, and inclusion? What if the race is not about who finishes first, but about crossing the finish line together, in solidarity, with everyone’s hand in the air, rejoicing in the shared triumph […]
By: Kashaf Alvi – Includovate’s Ambassador Hollywood’s idea of disability is like a broken pencil—pointless and in desperate need of a sharp new perspective. For too long, disabled characters have been boxed into damaging stereotypes—villains or objects of pity. Hollywood’s portrayal of disabled characters has long been trapped in stereotypes, casting them as villains or […]
By Shadia Nassar, Includovate Principal Researcher (Evaluation) Welcome to our blog dedicated to shedding light on one of the most pressing issues of our time gender-based violence (GBV) in the agrifood system, which was the main topic discussed in the virtual webinar Breaking the Silence – Addressing sexual harassment and other forms of gender-based violence […]
Inclusive Conversation with the CEO Investing in Male Engagement: A Pathway to a Violence-Free Future for Women and Girls Join us for an enlightening webinar on “Investing in Male Engagement: A Pathway to a Violence-Free Future for Women and Girls,” featuring Dr. Kristie Drucza, CEO & Founder of Includovate, and Superintendent of Police (SP) Francis […]
By Emmanuel Kodwo Mensah, Senior Associate Researcher, Includovate and a member of the Uganda Ministry of Health’s Technical Working Group on Male Engagement “Achieving gender equality is recognised as a societal responsibility that concerns and should fully engage men and as well as women and girls and requires partnerships between women and men”. Commission on […]
By Kristie Drucza As a CEO I rarely find the time to attend webinars but with all the fake news surrounding Israel and Gaza, this one caught my eye: “The Truth is in the Telling: Shifting the Power in Communications” (See #GlobalPerspectives2023 #EthicalStorytelling #shiftingPower #InclusiveNarratives). The webinar asked some thought-provoking questions: What change potential does […]
