One of the main inequality in the fight of vector-borne diseases (VBDs) is the limited involvement key workforces such women and youth. The VCWG crosscutting Gender, Youth and Vector Control theme will apply the Gender and Youth dimensions as a core element across the entire Working Group based on an inclusive engagement model to ensure in all the components of the community buy-in. The main objective of this theme is to leverage specifically on the ripple effect of women’s and youth empowerment through their engagement from the inception, design, and implementation of vector control strategies.