Annika Markovic
Ambassador to Austria and Slovakia and Permanent Representative, Permanent Mission of Sweden to the UN and the International Organisations in Vienna
Annika Markovic

Gender equality and women’s empowerment is crucial in all vital areas of life and international relations. Without gender equality we can never reach lasting peace, security, justice or a sustainable development. As a committed International Gender Champion. I will strive to bringing a gender equality perspective into all areas of international policy by addressing destructive gender norms. The overall goal remains to give women and men the same power to shape their own lives and our future societies.

I support the IGC Panel Parity Pledge.

I support the IGC gender-based violence pledge.

Personal Commitments

I will promote gender inclusivity in programmes, projects and policies in Vienna Based Organisations by promoting gender transformative or gender neutral language, including in all statements delivered on behalf of Sweden as well as promote women’s empowerment and increase the meaningful and equal participation of women by focusing on nominating and facilitating the participation of women representatives and experts, including gender experts, in meetings, panels, and side events at the Vienna Based Organisations.
I will work to prevent sexual harassment in the work environment by committing to a zero-tolerance policy against sexual harassment, and by facilitating and engaging in a continuous and open dialogue with employees about sexual harassment.