Deike Potzel
Ambassador, Permanent Observer,
Permanent Delegation of the European Union to the United Nations and other International Organizations in Geneva
When men step forward as partners for equality, they do not give up power — they multiply it. Equality fuels sustainable development, strengthens democracy, and builds societies that are more stable, more resourceful, and more secure.
I support the IGC Panel Parity Pledge.
I support the IGC gender-based violence pledge.
Personal Commitments
By the end of 2026, ensure that 100% of all delegation-organised events, public panels, or high-level meetings feature women speakers or moderators, and that no EUDEL-sponsored event has an all-male panel.
By December 2026, I will host at least four structured dialogue sessions with embassy stakeholders, partner missions, and relevant local actors who may not already prioritize gender equality, to discuss the importance of gender-responsive policies and practices.