State of the World's Fathers

State of South Africa’s Fathers

The State of South Africa’s Fathers 2018 report examines the landscape of data available on fatherhood in South Africa. It serves as an overview of the state of

State of Russia’s Fathers

This report presents the state of fatherhood in Russia, as part of the State of the World’s Fathers series. The study aims to fill the gap in

State of the World’s Fathers: Child Rights Perspective Report

This report, based on the State of the World’s Fathers (SOWF) report, which captures data policies, programs, and research related to boys and men’s participation in caregiving and fatherhood,

State of Australia’s Fathers

This report, produced by Save The Children, is inspired by and builds on some of the key findings in the first ever global report on fatherhood, State of

State of the World’s Fathers 2015: Indonesia Country Report

Adapted from the first State of the World’s Fathers (SOWF) report in 2015, this report focuses on men’s caregiving practices in Indonesia. The country analysis presents a rapid assessment

The State of Fatherhood and Caregiving in Brazil 2015

The State of Fatherhood and Caregiving in Brazil report presents an overview of fatherhood and caregiving in Brazil, including the country’s legislation related to paternity leave and examples

State of the World’s Fathers 2021: Structural Solutions to Achieve Equality in Care Work

The State of the World’s Fathers 2021 report – the fourth in the series – presents research on care work during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on structural

Equimundo in the Press: July 2017

Welcome to “Equimundo in the Press,” a monthly recap of media that mention Equimundo or MenCare, the global fatherhood campaign that Equimundo co-coordinates. We know that in

Research and Advocacy to Engage Fathers in Care Work Catalyzes Action Across the Globe

In advance of Father’s Day, Equimundo launched the State of the World’s Fathers: Time for Action report at a series of events in June and July 2017. The

Equimundo in the Press: June 2017

Welcome to “Equimundo in the Press,” a monthly recap of media that mention Equimundo or MenCare, the global fatherhood campaign that Equimundo co-coordinates. We know that in

Sex, serendipity and surprises – launching the State of the World’s Fathers

Sharing the housework means better sex. Now that I have your attention, let me explain. This was just one of the findings in the first ever State of the World’s Fathers report, published in 2015. It collected research from all over the world to propose recommendations on how to ensure that men share unpaid care and domestic work equally with women.

Gender equality is still 75 years away – so here’s eight things men need to do NOW

Gender equality is still 75 years away, so here are eight things men need to do NOW as fathers and male caregivers.

State of the World’s Fathers Report Launched

At current rates of progress, it will take an estimated 75 years – or more – for women and men to achieve equal pay for equal work around the world. Achieving equal representation in government, business, and other spheres of power could take even longer.

This Father’s Day, celebrate by taking action!

On Father’s Day, we’re celebrating fathers who stand for equality and know the value of care. What happens when fathers step up to share the care? This

Men Taking on 50 Percent of the World’s Childcare and Domestic Work Requires Global Goal and Immediate Action, Reveals State of the World’s Fathers Report

Today, June 9, Equimundo launches the 2017 State of the World’s Fathers: Time for Action report, a MenCare publication, revealing what has stalled progress toward global gender equality and laying

Unveiling Key Findings from State of the World’s Fathers: Time for Action Report

On June 9, Equimundo will launch the 2017 State of the World’s Fathers: Time for Action report, a MenCare publication, revealing what has stalled progress toward global

Boys and Men as Partners for Advancing Gender Equality Infographic

Women Deliver, Equimundo, and Dove Men+Care have developed a joint infographic outlining the benefits of engaging boys and men as partners in advancing gender equality. The infographic

State of Nordic Fathers

Fatherhood norms have changed considerably in the Nordic countries over the past decades. The sight of a father pushing his baby in a pram is no longer

Becoming a Father: Join us in Making the MenCare Commitment

Becoming a father is a life-changing experience. Eighty-five percent of fathers tell us they’d do anything to be very involved in caring for their new child, but

Equimundo Launches First Report on the State of Brazil’s Fathers

Men’s involvement in domestic chores and caregiving matters, as revealed by the growing body of studies emerging from around the world over the last two decades. There

State of the World’s Fathers 2019: Unlocking the Power of Men’s Care

State of the World’s Fathers, produced by Equimundo, is a globally recognized, biennial report and advocacy platform aiming to change power structures, policies, and social norms around

Getting Men to Care: Social Norms and Men’s Participation in Unpaid Care Work

In November, 2018, Equimundo convened a group of global and regional experts for a two-day meeting to discuss the role of social norm change in achieving equality in

Equimundo Launches Report on the State of Fatherhood and Caregiving in Portugal

Equimundo-Europe, in collaboration with the Centre for Social Studies of the University of Coimbra and the Coimbra School of Nursing, launched its first report on the State of Involved and Nonviolent Fatherhood in Portugal at “Big Plans for Equality,” the fourth meeting of health professionals hosted by the Association for Family Planning in Lisbon on May 31.

Well, Are Millennial Men Feminist or Not?

One might be tempted to think we women have made it. We have, after all, a woman running for president, the NBA’s “Lean In Together” campaign for gender equality, and Bud Light “femvertising”—that is, attempting to use feminism to sell a product. One would be forgiven for thinking, at the very least, that we’re closer than any other generation to seeing real gender equality.