New digital platform consolidates global knowledge on chemicals and gender equality
The first global platform dedicated to consolidating knowledge on the intersection of gender, chemicals, and pollution is now publicly available, providing free access to research, policy resources, and practical tools for stakeholders worldwide.
The Gender & Chemicals Knowledge Platform officially launched on 21 July 2026 as a new global resource dedicated to advancing knowledge on the intersection of gender, chemicals, and pollution. Developed by the Gender & Chemicals Partnership (G&CP), the platform serves as a central hub for researchers, policymakers, NGOs, and others working at the intersection of environmental health and gender justice, providing access to research, policy resources, and practical tools to support gender-responsive chemicals management worldwide.
The platform was developed through the collaboration of international experts and partner organizations working to strengthen gender-responsive chemicals and waste management at global, regional, and national levels.
The platform was presented to the public at a virtual launch event on 21 July 2026, from 2:00 to 3:00 pm CEST. The event was held via Zoom and brought together more than 90 international participants from academia, policy, and civil society.
“The launch of the Gender & Chemicals Knowledge Platform marks an important step towards closing critical knowledge gaps at the intersection of chemicals, pollution, and gender. We believe that by coupling robust gender data with user‑friendly tools, we can make a tangible contribution to advancing gender mainstreaming in chemicals management —linking science to policy, industry, and civil society.”
Ms Carolin Zerger, Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN) and Ms Josephine Moldenhauer (BMUKN) as Chair of the Gender &Chemicals Partnership
What the Platform Offers
The Gender & Chemicals Knowledge Platform provides access to three core areas:
Research & Data: A curated collection of scientific studies and datasets on the differing impacts of chemicals across genders.
Tools & Training: Practical tools and training materials for professionals working in chemical-related health and environmental fields.
Policy & Implementation: Information on existing regulations and recommendations for gender-responsive chemicals policy at the international level.
Who Should Use the Platform
The platform is intended for policymakers, researchers, civil society organizations, academia, healthcare professionals, environmental practitioners, international organizations, students, and journalists seeking reliable information on gender and chemicals.
Background
Chemicals and pollutants affect all genders differently – whether through biological differences, social roles, or varying exposures in occupational and daily contexts. The Gender & Chemicals Knowledge Platform provides, for the first time, a structured, publicly accessible foundation to close this knowledge gap and promote evidence-based action.
Why this Platform Matters
Despite growing recognition of the links between gender, health, chemicals, and pollution, knowledge remains fragmented across institutions and sectors. The Gender & Chemicals Knowledge Platform brings together scientific evidence, policy guidance, practical tools, and good practices in one accessible location, helping governments, researchers, civil society, and practitioners develop more gender-responsive policies and interventions.
Newsletter
As part of its ongoing work, the Gender & Chemicals Knowledge Platform will publish a newsletter every two months featuring newly added resources, key research findings, policy developments, practical tools, and relevant updates from across the gender and chemicals landscape. The newsletter is designed to help stakeholders stay informed about the latest knowledge and developments in this evolving field, with curated updates delivered directly to subscribers’ inboxes.
Contribute to the Platform
The platform is designed as a living knowledge hub. Researchers, organizations, and experts are invited to submit publications, tools, case studies, and training materials to expand the global knowledge base and strengthen collaboration across sectors.
About the Gender & Chemicals Partnership (G&CP)
The Gender & Chemicals Partnership is an international multi-stakeholder partnership dedicated to integrating gender perspectives into chemicals policy and research. The new knowledge platform is a key instrument in advancing this mission.
