The new GEPA report, by UNDP and the University of Pittsburgh, provides an overview of key trends and analysis on women’s participation and leadership in public administration. It is the first comprehensive in-depth research into the issue, covering 170 countries. The report shows that though there has been progress on women’s representation overall in public administration, persistent gaps remain. Women in all regions of the world continue to hit glass ceilings and glass walls that stop them from advancing to positions at the highest levels of power and influence, including in the COVID-19 response. Leaving women out of these critical decision-making roles and processes is threatening an inclusive and green recovery from the pandemic. The report outlines five sets of recommendations to help shift the balance of power and shatter these glass ceilings and glass walls.