Michelle Gyles-McDonnough
UN Assistant Secretary-General, Executive Director, United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR)
Michelle Gyles-McDonnough

Education and capacity building are powerful tools for gender equality. At UNITAR, we are committed to inclusive learning and empowerment.

I support the IGC Panel Parity Pledge.

I support the IGC gender-based violence pledge.

Personal Commitments

As Executive Director of UNITAR, I commit to creating an office culture free of gender-based discrimination and harassment. I will ensure that relevant mandatory courses are completed by staff and raise the topic at UNITAR townhall meetings.
As Executive Director of UNITAR, I commit to ensuring gender-balanced participation in UNITAR’s learning-related events, aiming for 50% female participation overall.