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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
Advancing gender equality strengthens societies as a whole – democracy, stability, and economic well-being. Neither steps backward nor backlashes can be afforded in gender equality.
Nina Vaskunlahti
Ambassador, Permanent Representative, Embassy and Permanent Mission of Finland to the International Organizations in Vienna
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
As the first female Director-General of the United Nations Office at Geneva and having worked in male-dominated spheres during many years of my career, my ultimate goal is that women and men are granted...
Tatiana Valovaya
Director-General, United Nations Office at Geneva
One area where I will not waver is our common goal to strive for gender parity and diversity at all levels across the IFRC Secretariat and inspire National Societies to do the same.
Jagan Chapagain
Secretary-General, International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
I hold the firm belief that when everyone is included, everyone wins and this is the only way we can ensure that gender equity and economic empowerment programs continue being prioritized across the social...
Janet Mbugua
Executive Director and Founder, Inua Dada Foundation Trust
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
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