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

“Achieving gender equality requires the engagement of women and men, girls and boys. It is everyone’s responsibility.” Ban Ki Moon, Former UN SecGen

Thomas Lambert

Ambassador and Permanent Representative, Permanent Delegation of the Kingdom of Belgium to the OSCE

The full and equal participation of women alongside men in activities related to drought, land degradation and desertification (DLDD) is critical for achieving the UNCCD's Strategic Objectives.

Yasmine Fouad

Executive Secretary, United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)

As Gender Champion, I pledge to support efforts to improve gender parity at the UN, starting with the leadership level.

Atul Khare

Under Secretary-General, United Nations Department of Operational Support

Women’s rights are not a feminist fantasy but a cornerstone of any stable society.

Edit Schlaffer

Founder & Chair, Women without Borders

As a fervent advocate for Human rights, I firmly believe that true equality can only be achieved when every individual, regardless of gender is empowered to live and thrive without limitations.

Leshan Kereto

Executive Director, Tareto Africa