This qualitative analysis examines the challenges and failures of gender mainstreaming within the humanitarian sector, concluding that gender mainstreaming cannot succeed in changing a sector built on patriarchal norms. The article instead argues that an approach rooted in behavior and culture change will be more effective in advancing gender equality.

This eLearning course by UNICEF explains key gender concepts, the international gender equality framework, and gender mainstreaming within the UN system and program cycle. The intended audience is all UNICEF Gender Focal Points or any UNICEF staff member who would like to learn more about gender in international development.