Nicolas Simard
Ambassador of Canada to Ethiopia and Djibouti, Head of Mission in Sudan,
Embassy of Canada to Ethiopia and Djibouti
When women have greater access to opportunities, leadership roles, markets, and resources, businesses grow, jobs are created, household incomes rise, and economies become more resilient. Empowering women is one of the smartest investments any nation can make.
I support the IGC Panel Parity Pledge.
I support the IGC gender-based violence pledge.
Personal Commitments
I commit to amplifying the voices and leadership of women and women-led organizations by fostering dialogue with Canadian-supported partners, including through the Women’s Voice and Leadership initiative, and by promoting their meaningful participation in discussions on development, peacebuilding, and inclusive governance.
I commit to consistently using my diplomatic engagements, public platforms, and policy dialogue opportunities to advocate for gender equality, women's leadership, and the prevention of gender-based violence and harmful practices, while ensuring these issues remain visible in Canada's engagement with stakeholders in the Horn of Africa and regional institutions.