Final Quarterly Performance Report Q2_FY23_E4SEA Activity

The activity focuses on increasing workplace diversity, improving inclusive workplace environments, and expanding equitable promotion opportunities. The E4SEA Activity is implemented by CORE International, Inc. and is managed by the USAID Regional Development Mission for Asia (RDMA/Thailand). The activity's performance work statement outlines five key outcomes: increased workplace diversity, improved inclusive workplace environments, expanded equitable promotion opportunities, increased representation of women in the energy sector, and enhanced policy reform. To achieve these outcomes, the E4SEA Activity employs a range of strategies, including training and capacity building, policy reform, and community outreach. During the reporting period of January 1 to March 31, 2023, the E4SEA Activity made significant progress towards its objectives. The activity implemented a range of interventions, including the development of a regional energy mentorship program, increased emphasis on post-accelerated course coaching, and a stronger focus on regional internships to enhance the entry of girls and women in the transitioning energy sector. The activity also made progress towards its communications and outreach plan, with the implementation of a social media campaign to promote International Women's Day. Additionally, the E4SEA Activity engaged with bilateral missions and international partners to promote its objectives and outcomes. The activity's progress towards its objectives is summarized in the following areas: progress towards communications and outreach plan implementation, progress towards bilateral missions engagement and outreach, progress towards regional coordination, and progress towards removing gender-related constraints. The activity also pursued new opportunities to create greater gender equity, including the development of a regional energy mentorship program and increased emphasis on post-accelerated course coaching. The E4SEA Activity's success stories include the implementation of a social media campaign to promote International Women's Day, which reached a large audience and generated significant engagement. The activity also highlighted the achievements of its partners and stakeholders, including the development of a regional energy mentorship program and increased emphasis on post-accelerated course coaching. The activity's budget expenditures and staff approvals are also summarized in the annexes, including the status of short-term consultants, budget expenditures, project USAID approvals, waivers, or deviation requests, and staff approvals. The activity's implementing conditions, including the International Environmental and Social Standards (IESS), are also summarized in the annexes. Overall, the E4SEA Activity has made significant progress towards its objectives and has implemented a range of interventions to promote equality in the energy sector in Southeast Asia. The activity's success stories and achievements demonstrate its commitment to promoting gender equity and improving the lives of women and girls in the region.