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Summary
Empowerment and inclusion are necessary approaches to reduce inequality and accelerate progress towards many of the Sustainable Development Goals. The present document contains a discussion of the elements of the empowerment and inclusion framework, which may assist policymakers in promoting empowerment and inclusion. Case studies from the region reveal how specific interventions can strengthen empowerment and inclusion and contribute to achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The present document provides an assessment of the relevance of this approach for the case of climate action and the conclusion highlights areas for policy attention and action.
