This research investigates barriers preventing women from advancing into leadership roles. Interviews reveal three key obstacles: family responsibilities, persistent gender bias, and internalized expectations of barriers. The study highlights how systemic challenges shape self-doubt and calls for collective responsibility in removing structural inequalities to unlock women’s leadership potential.

AI can improve efficiency in humanitarian aid but risks undermining its moral foundation. Research shows donors perceive AI as lacking empathy, leading to reduced engagement and donations. The key challenge is balancing technological efficiency with human connection, ensuring that innovation supports rather than erodes the trust and compassion that sustain aid systems.