46 - Championing Gender Balance in Sustainability - Silvia Sartori

Join us as we engage with the remarkable Silvia Sartori, an acclaimed international development specialist whose work has been pivotal in intertwining gender perspectives with sustainable energy and development projects across Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.

1. A Journey from Technicalities to Sustainable Urbanisation:

Silvia Sartori begins by reflecting on her early experiences with an initiative on energy efficiency in construction in Asia. Although seemingly dry, this technical project laid the foundation for her broader work in sustainable development and gender mainstreaming. At the time, she noticed the absence of women in sustainability reports and policy dialogues. This gap fueled her drive to ensure gender representation. Despite EU mandates for gender equality, she observed a lack of systematic integration of gender perspectives in many initiatives, leading her to pursue deeper insights into the gender dynamics within the field of sustainable energy.

2. The Switch Asia Programme and the Essence of Gender Assessment:

Silvia discusses her time with the EU's Switch Asia Programme, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive gender assessment in project design. She passionately argues that inclusivity in sustainability projects isn't just beneficial; it's essential. This segment dives into how projects engaging women lead to more favorable outcomes and the complexities of achieving gender balance considering cultural sensitivities.

3. Cultural Norms and Egalitarianism in Energy Interventions:

Our guest discusses the critical importance of cultural norms when implementing energy interventions and the existing gap in gender representation within the energy sector. Silvia's vision for a world where gender mainstreaming and inclusivity are at the core of every initiative shines through, offering a glimpse into a future of egalitarian development.

4. A Vision for the Future:

Wrapping up the episode, Silvia Sartori enthuses listeners with her hope for a future where gender mainstreaming is the standard. Her insights into achieving a gender-balanced workforce in the energy sector inspire a call to action for inclusivity and diversity.

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