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

Only a woman empowered with knowledge and skills can overcome the existing limiting social and gender norms and realize her full potential.

Melita Župevc

Ambassador, Permanent Representative, Permanent Representation of the Republic of Slovenia to the UN, OSCE and other 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

International Gender Champions is about engendering our organizations. I am happy to join efforts to build momentum in Nairobi!

Inger Andersen

Executive Director, UN Environment Programme

I believe that true peace and security are only possible when gender equality is treated as a fundamental pillar.

Feridun H. Sinirlioğlu

Secretary General, OSCE

Realising gender equity for all, not just some, requires courage, persistence, creativity and determination.

Casey Harden

General Secretary, World Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA)

Gender equality is not only a moral imperative but a fundamental right; achieving it requires concrete actions, not just good intention or declarations.

Dr. Carlos María Correa

Executive Director, South Centre