Christian Grønbech-Jensen

Ambassador, Permanent Representative, Embassy and Permanent Mission of Denmark to the international organizations in Vienna

For democracy to be sustainable it requires involvement of all - regardless of gender, age, background or sexual orientation. It is essential that everyone has the opportunity to lead and to be heard. Otherwise, democracy as we know it cannot work. The inclusion of women on all levels of society not only provides a widening of our perspectives, it also ensures that we are better equipped to find solutions to the challenges we are facing. I will make sure to play my part in achieving this very important goal in all of the different spheres of our work, while encouraging others to do the same.

I support the IGC Panel Parity Pledge.

I support the IGC gender-based violence pledge.

Personal Commitments

I will encourage Vienna-based organisations to promote gender balance and work-life balance at all levels as well as to prevent and respond to sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment, including by requesting regular updates on plans and resources allocated to achieve this aim.

I will promote gender transformative language in the normative work of the Vienna-based organisations, including in resolutions, and integrate key messages related to gender equality, gender mainstreaming, women’s rights, and diversity in statements. I will also promote gender inclusivity in programmes, projects, and policies as well as the meaningful and equal participation of women in meetings, panels, and side-events in the Vienna-based organisations by focusing on nominating and facilitating the participation of women representatives and experts.