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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

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

Gender equality and women’s rights are issues close to my heart. For us to effectively tackle problems of today and the future, we must ensure that women have a seat at the table.

Jaya Ratnam

Ambassador, Permanent Representative, Permanent Mission of the Republic of Singapore to the United Nations Offices in Geneva and Vienna

“In our pathway to equality, all decision-makers must work together to ensure the full economic inclusion of women.

Sanda Ojiambo

Assistant Secretary-General and CEO, United Nations Global Compact

Without a level playing field that gives women and men equal opportunities in global trade, there can be no resilient growth and no inclusive development.

Pedro Manuel Moreno

Acting Secretary-General, UN Trade and Development, UNCTAD

Gender Equality is a fundamental right. Society can only be richer and progressive when we break through systemic barriers that hinder equality and women empowerment.

Akinyi Roselyn Walender

Africa Director, Practical Action

With the heightened state of armed conflict, as well as increasing socio economic and political disparities, attention must be given to ensure that the women, peace, and security agenda remains vital in...

Itonde Kakoma

President/CEO, Interpeace