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

Women's equality and women's rights are not negotiable. Let women shine and shape their societies. 50:50 in parliaments and everywhere.

Brigitte Brenner

Ambassador, Permanent Observer of the IPU to the UN and other International Organizations in Vienna, Inter-Parliamentary Union

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

Gender equality is not a zero-sum game.

Pernille Fenger

Director, UNFPA Representation Office in Geneva

I remain unwavering in my commitment to gender equality and in cultivating an environment at UNHCR Regional Bureau where every individual, regardless of gender and status, is empowered to excel.

Mamadou Dian Balde

Regional Director, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)

Achieving gender equality is not a favor, it is a daily decision to challenge patriarchy, amplify women’s voices, and center feminist leadership in every policy and platform.

Memory Kachambwa

Executive Director, FEMNET

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