A leadership network with over 000 Champions and 000 Alumni.

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

Gender equality is not only a matter of justice – it is an imperative for reaching lasting peace, stability, and the advancement of our societies.

Annika Ben David

Ambassador, Permanent Representative, Embassy of Sweden to Austria

I will do my utmost to support the efforts of the IOs in Vienna in promoting gender equality and an equitable work-life balance in my capacity as head of the Permanent Mission of Japan.

Atsushi Kaifu

Ambassador, Permanent Representative, Permanent Mission of Japan to the International Organizations in Vienna

In our complex international security landscape, we must find new and creative ways to ensure sustainable peace and personal security for all people - leaving no one behind.

Izumi Nakamitsu

Under Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs

We cannot address the global challenges of our time—ending poverty and hunger and protecting the environment—if gender inequalities persist.

Gerd Müller

Director General, United Nations Industrial Development Organization

In 2025, the International Gender Champions will have its ten year anniversary! I am proud to be the remaining, active Co-Founder of this extraordinary group.

Caitlin Kraft-Buchman

CEO / Founder, Women@TheTable

The promotion and protection of women's rights and gender equality and diversity are key goals for ISHR and the many inspiring women human rights defenders with whom we work.

Phil Lynch

Executive Director, International Service for Human Rights