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I am happy to be an International Gender Champion. I encourage other senior leaders to be part of this campaign for equality.

António Guterres

Secretary-General, United Nations

Advancing gender equality strengthens societies as a whole – democracy, stability, and economic well-being. Neither steps backward nor backlashes can be afforded in gender equality.

Nina Vaskunlahti

Ambassador, Permanent Representative, Embassy and Permanent Mission of Finland to the International Organizations in Vienna

For democracy to be sustainable it requires involvement of all - regardless of gender, age, background or sexual orientation. It is essential that everyone has the opportunity to lead and to be heard.

Christian Grønbech-Jensen

Ambassador, Permanent Representative, Embassy and Permanent Mission of Denmark to the international organizations in Vienna

‘As leaders, we have to create the conditions allowing our staff, whether men or women, to develop their full potential and reach their career goals.

Catherine de Bolle

Executive Director, Europol

Gender equality, diversity and inclusiveness are not just a matter of numbers, respect and empowerment, they are essential for the advancement of society.

Philippe Metzger

Secretary-General and CEO, International Electrotechnical Commission

Gender equality and the rights of girls and women has been a core pillar of the United Nations Foundation’s work since its founding.

Elizabeth Cousens

President and CEO, United Nations Foundation

The pressing issues of our time—such as climate change, environmental degradation, violent conflicts, and social, economic, and gender inequalities—are interconnected.

Reinhold Gallmetzer

Founder, Center for Climate Crime Analysis