Gender Equality Update no. 24 - COVID-19 initiatives by Gender In Humanitarian Task Team (GIHA TT) members (November 05, 2020) Format OVERVIEW During the COVID-19 pandemic, civil society organizations (CSOs) in Nepal are closely monitoring and responding to the emerging health and socio-economic needs of communities on the ground. The Gender in Humanitarian Action Task Team (GIiHA TT) chaired by UN Women, is a multi-stakeholder dialogue platform comprised of government, civil society and development partners. lt has served as a constructive virtual dialogue forum, honoring diversity of voices, demonstrating thought leadership and enabling greater coherence for coordination of efforts around GESI, particularly in the context of COVID-19, As a result of GIHA TT collective advocacy efforts, the Supreme Court issued a landmark directive order prioritizing women's rights. The order emphasizes the representation of women in the planning, management and monitoring processes of the government 's efforts on COVID-19.