Global Observatory Expert Groups

The Global Observatory convenes Expert Groups comprised of experts invited from research, policy, and practice institutions and networks. The groups provide technical support and advice to the Global Observatory on the development and delivery of initiatives within specified thematic areas. They further offer strategic guidance on the role and working methods of the Global Observatory and function as a supportive mechanism that contributes to accountability and quality of the work of the Global Observatory. 

1. Expert Group on Gender Based Violence and Violence against Women & Girls in PEPAS 

About this thematic Focus: the Global Observatory identified gender-based violence and violence against women and girls as a thematic focus for the intitial programmes and initiatives. This Expert Group advises on work in this thematic as well as the broader gender equality and knowledge agenda of the Global Observatory.

2. Expert Group on Inclusive and Accessible Data on Gender Equality and PEPAS 

About this thematic Focus: the Global Observatory is committed to principles of an ethos of inclusion and accessibility across all our data and research development work. This Expert Group advises on our approaches, systems, infrastructure, coordination, and methods for our work to be reflective of an inclusive ethos. The formation of this group is in progress. 

Expert Group Meetings: Expert Groups meet four times a year, one of the meetings is in person. Meetings provides an opportunity to guide the Global Observatory`s mission into tangible programme guidance and practical actions. The Expert Group on Gender Based Violence and Violence against Women & Girls in PEPAS held their first meeting on 7 October 2024 14:00 – 18:00 at University of Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland. The meeting delegates reflected on the current state of the PEPAS research and data landscape, identified the trends, and offered suggestions for current and new products and collaborations of the Global Observatory. The Group will convene again this year on 1 October 2025 at University of Lausanne, Switzerland following the GO Conference on Gender Equality and Sport+. 

Expert Group Members