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International Gender Champions
A leadership network with over
000
Champions and
000
Alumni.
We bring together decision-makers to break down gender barriers.
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
I believe that gender equality and women empowerment are key for a democratic, inclusive and sustainable society.
Eglantina Gjermeni
Ambassador and Permanent Representative, Permanent Mission of Albania to the International Organisations in Vienna
In a world and times of challenges, gender equality is the key to achieving our shared goals of peace, security, and development.
Ronen Shaul
Ambassador, Permanent Mission of Israel to the IAEA and the CTBTO PrepCom
Justice for women and girls is at the core of sustainable peace and development.
Jan Beagle
Director-General, International Development Law Organization (IDLO)
I am proud to be an International Gender Champion. Applying a gender lens to all our work is essential to address effectively current global challenges.
Volker Türk
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
Promoting gender equality is critical not just for human rights and justice — it is also a prerequisite for peace.
Dr. Amrita Kapur
Secretary General, Women's International League for Peace and Freedom
Gender Equality is the Responsibility of us all.
Raphael Kariuki
Regional Director, Terre des Hommes Netherlands
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2026 IGC Events
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IGC Podcast: Gender Equality in Our Big and Small Worlds with Corinne Momal-Vanian and Karen Zamberia, Kofi Annan Foundation
Tatiana Molcean Assumes Chairship of the International Gender Champions Global Board
Why we are going further: The Updated IGC Panel Parity Pledge
Launch of the IGC Gender-Responsive Assemblies Toolkit: Remarks by IGC Global Board Chair and Secretary General of the IPU, Martin Chungong