International Women's Day

  Non-Governmental Organizations Briefing. Watch the NGO Briefing - Commission on the Status of Women, Sixty-ninth session (CSW69 Side Event)!

Opening of 70th session Election of Bureau The main focus of the sixty-ninth session will be on the review and appraisal of the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the outcomes of the 23rd special session of the General Assembly. The review will include an assessment of current challenges that affect the implementation of the Platform for Action and the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of women and its contribution towards the full realization of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is the principal global intergovernmental body exclusively dedicated to the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of women. A functional commission of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), it was established by Council resolution 11(II) of 21 June 1946. The CSW is instrumental in promoting women's rights, documenting the reality of women's lives throughout the world, and shaping gl...

The sixty-ninth session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69 / Beijing+30) will take place from 10 to 21 March 2025 at United Nations Headquarters in New York. Introduction of draft proposals Action on draft proposals Action on any other outstanding issues Provisional agenda for the 70th session of CSW (Item 6) Adoption of the report of the CSW on its 69th session (Item 7) Closure of the 69th session The main focus of the sixty-ninth session will be on the review and appraisal of the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the outcomes of the 23rd special session of the General Assembly. The review will include an assessment of current challenges that affect the implementation of the Platform for Action and the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of women and its contribution towards the full realization of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is the principal global intergover...

CSW 69 Side Event organized by FAO, IFPRI, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. In the past fifteen years considerable progress has been made in measuring women's empowerment . The Women's Empowerment in Agriculture Index (WEAI) , developed by IFPRI in 2010, and its adaptations have been used by 271 organizations in 63 countries. Building on the WEAI, IFPRI, Emory University and Oxford University worked in partnership with the World Bank on the development of a new metric for measuring women's empowerment: the Women's Empowerment Metric for National Statistical Systems (WEMNS) . Under the umbrella of the 50x2030 Initiative to Close the Agricultural Data Gap , FAO contributes to the uptake of the metric integrating WEMNS in agricultural surveys of three partner countries: Sierra Leone, Liberia and Tanzania. At the side event, IFPRI will present WEMNS, FAO will describe the efforts in partner countries for integrating WEMNS in agricultural surveys. Partner countries wi...

The right to health of Palestinian women and girls has been severely breached, especially in the Gaza Strip, and is a crisis that demands international attention and action The right of all people to enjoy physical and mental health is unattainable in and gravely breached by genocide, which aims at the destruction of a group in whole or in part, including by deprivation of reproductive health rights which are integral elements of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. Side Event Goals: Draw urgent attention to the plight of Palestinian women and girls as a consequence of Israel's grave violations of their human rights, including their fundamental right to health. Amplify our demands to world leaders and the multilateral system to act in accordance with international law obligations to end the genocide in Gaza, to free all healthcare workers and to ensure access by the Palestinian civilian population to proper and adequate medical care, including reproductive healthcare ...

The sixty-ninth session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69 / Beijing+30) will take place from 10 to 21 March 2025 at United Nations Headquarters in New York. Interactive dialogues: Environmental conservation, protection, and rehabilitation Interactive dialogues: Peaceful and inclusive societies The main focus of the sixty-ninth session will be on the review and appraisal of the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the outcomes of the 23rd special session of the General Assembly. The review will include an assessment of current challenges that affect the implementation of the Platform for Action and the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of women and its contribution towards the full realization of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is the principal global intergovernmental body exclusively dedicated to the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of women. A func...

  Non-governmental Organizations Briefing Watch NGO Briefing - Commission on the Status of Women, Sixty-ninth session (CSW69 Side Event)!

The sixty-ninth session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69 / Beijing+30) will take place from 10 to 21 March 2025 at United Nations Headquarters in New York. General discussion (conclusion), Following the closed meeting to consider the report of the Working Group on Communications The main focus of the sixty-ninth session will be on the review and appraisal of the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the outcomes of the 23rd special session of the General Assembly. The review will include an assessment of current challenges that affect the implementation of the Platform for Action and the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of women and its contribution towards the full realization of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is the principal global intergovernmental body exclusively dedicated to the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of women. A functional commis...

Child marriage refers to any formal marriage or informal union between a child under the age of 18 and an adult or another child.Child marriage is a human rights violation. It refers to any formal marriage or informal union of a child under the age of 18 with an adult or with another child. Despite laws against it, the practice remains widespread. Globally, one in every five girls is formally married or in an informal union before reaching age 18. An estimated 640 million girls and women alive today were married in childhood ; each year 12 million adolescent girls are married before the age of 18; every three seconds an adolescent girl gets married somewhere in the world.Child marriage threatens girls’ lives and health, and it limits their future prospects. Girls pressed into child marriage often become pregnant while still adolescents, increasing the risk of complications in pregnancy or childbirth – the leading cause of death among older adolescent girls. They are also more likel...

The sixty-ninth session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69 / Beijing+30) will take place from 10 to 21 March 2025 at United Nations Headquarters in New York.  Interactive dialogue: Accelerating implementation of the Beijing Platform for Action: the role of the Commission on the Status of Women The main focus of the sixty-ninth session will be on the review and appraisal of the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the outcomes of the 23rd special session of the General Assembly. The review will include an assessment of current challenges that affect the implementation of the Platform for Action and the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of women and its contribution towards the full realization of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is the principal global intergovernmental body exclusively dedicated to the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of women. A f...

A critical review of National Gender/Women's Machineries in implementing the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (CSW69 Side Event) Related Documents:  Programme Watch The Role of National Gender/Women's Machineries in Implementing The Beijing Declaration & Platform for Action and Advancing Sustainable Development Goals (CSW69 Side Event)!

   Non-governmental Organizations Briefing. Watch the NGO Briefing - Commission on the Status of Women, Sixty-ninth session (CSW69 Side Event)!

Side event on " A 30-Year Perspective on Beijing: Achieving SDG 5 - gender equality and empowerment to all women and girls - only five years left for the world to fulfil the promises made in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development ". The side event will be divided into two panels:Panel 1 will focus on "From Beijing to the digital era: Combating gender based violence offline & online", including the EU's recent legislation, especially the landmark Violence Against Women Directive, EU accession to the Istanbul Convention, as well as the ongoing work on the revision of the Victims' Rights Directive.Panel 2 will examine "Women in leadership: creating opportunities and addressing the risks", reflecting on the challenges and successes of the last years, and looking forward to new initiatives. The panel will consider recent EU legislation, such as the Women on Boards Directive, the Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Bodies Directives, as...

The special event, " Women Rise for All: Turning Hope into Action, " to convened by UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed during CSW69, will highlight women's leadership in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals. Women Rise for All is an initiative of the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed, dedicated to amplifying women's leadership in advancing the SDGs. Building on the vision of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, it highlights the diverse leadership of women in driving progress toward the SDGs. This event will bring together women leaders from various generations and sectors to reaffirm their commitment to gender equality and the SDGs. It will showcase the transformative power of women's leadership and networks, foster intergenerational collaboration, and inspire commitments to keeping the promise of Beijing and the SDGs. Related Documents Learn more Concept Note Watch Women Rise for All: Turning Hope into Actio...

This side event will explore the critical role of women's empowerment (SDG 5) in building sustainable food systems and advancing climate action, a key to realize the ambition of SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and to propel climate action (SDG 13) forward. Perspectives of diverse policymakers and private sector operators will showcase their experiences, to help identify the policies and practices that will deliver practical progress. Overall Objectives: Leadership and community impact: Empowered women are more likely to become leaders in their communities, creating a ripple effect of socio-economic growth that benefits their families and neighbors. Long-term sustainability: By focusing on capacity building and entrepreneurship, policies can ensure that programs have lasting impacts, creating a sustainable agricultural ecosystem that supports future generations. Climate-smart agriculture: Strengthening the capacity of women in leading climate change adaptation, mitigation, and response, and bu...

The sixty-ninth session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69 / Beijing+30) will take place from 10 to 21 March 2025 at United Nations Headquarters in New York. Interactive dialogue: Freedom from violence, stigma, and stereotypes Interactive dialogue: Participation, accountability, and gender-responsive institutions The main focus of the sixty-ninth session will be on the review and appraisal of the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the outcomes of the 23rd special session of the General Assembly. The review will include an assessment of current challenges that affect the implementation of the Platform for Action and the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of women and its contribution towards the full realization of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is the principal global intergovernmental body exclusively dedicated to the promotion of gender equality and the empowerm...

"For All Women and Girls; Rights. Equality. Empowerment." This year's theme calls for action that can unlock equal rights, power and opportunities for all and a feminist future where no one is left behind. The theme for the observance of the International Women's Day 2025 is "For All Women and Girls; Rights. Equality. Empowerment." This year's theme calls for action that can unlock equal rights, power and opportunities for all and a feminist future where no one is left behind . In this context, the Women Leaders Network (WLN) will convene an event as a continuation of its goal to provide women leaders within the UN Community with a platform to network.  Watch the UN Network of Women Leaders in Kenya (aka WLN) - Structured Panel Discussion!

This event will explore perspectives of the concept of the family, centering the experiences of excluded groups and the Global South and sharing good practices on how families and family-supportive policies can advance the human rights of all. Article 16[3] of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that "the family is the natural and fundamental group unit of society and is entitled to protection by society and the State." Similarly, the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action affirms that "in different cultural, political and social systems, various forms of the family exist. The rights, capabilities, and responsibilities of family members must be respected." Moreover, the existence of various forms of families has been acknowledged by General recommendation No. 21 of CEDAW, which stated that families take many forms and underscored the obligation of equality within the family under all systems, "both at law and in private." Subsequent stat...

The sixty-ninth session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69 / Beijing+30) will take place from 10 to 21 March 2025 at United Nations Headquarters in New York. Interactive dialogue: Inclusive development, shared prosperity, and decent work Interactive dialogue: Poverty eradication, social protection, and social services The main focus of the sixty-ninth session will be on the review and appraisal of the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the outcomes of the 23rd special session of the General Assembly. The review will include an assessment of current challenges that affect the implementation of the Platform for Action and the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of women and its contribution towards the full realization of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is the principal global intergovernmental body exclusively dedicated to the promotion of gender equality and the empo...

  Non-Governmental Organizations Briefing. Watch NGO Briefing - Commission on the Status of Women, Sixty-ninth session (CSW69 Side Event)!

This side event will explore the intersection of education and economic empowerment as a critical pathway for Afghan women and girls to rebuild their lives and contribute to Afghanistan's economic recovery. With the systematic exclusion of women from both education and the workforce under Taliban rule, the discussion will focus on sustainable strategies to restore learning opportunities, enhance economic resilience, and advocate for international support in safeguarding Afghan women's rights. Through expert testimonies, first-hand accounts, and policy-driven discussions, the event will shed light on the direct impact of Taliban policies on Afghan women's educational and economic participation and examine innovative solutions to counteract these restrictions. Discussion Topics: The impact of the Taliban's restrictions on women's education and workforce participation. Strategies to sustain and expand online learning for Afghan women and girls. Economic empowerment thr...

To build on the momentum generated by the ICWPS, the side event will serve as an important follow-up to advance the operationalization of UNSCR 1325, its related resolutions, and the Pasay Declaration on WPS. Objectives: The side event aims to explore actionable strategies, foster multi-stakeholder collaboration, and mobilize resources to operationalize the Pasay Declaration. By convening key actors and partners, the event seeks to translate the commitments of the Pasay Declaration into concrete actions that will drive the Women Peace and Security agenda forward. The side event aims to achieve the following objectives:Identify key strategic recommendations for the implementation of the Pasay Declaration; Explore a shared vision among its actionable steps to accelerate their implementation; and Engage relevant stakeholders during the discussions on resource mobilization, policy integration, and capacity-building efforts that will ensure the recommendations' alignment with national a...

Side Event at the 2025 Commission on the Status of Women on the harmful impact of imprisonment on women, addressing the link with poverty and the scale of the problem but also innovative solutions that Member States can adopt. This official side event at CSW, sponsored by the Missions of Colombia and Thailand to the United Nations and the Thailand Institute of Justice, and co-organized by Penal Reform International, Women Beyond Walls and the Pathfinders for Peaceful, Just and Inclusive Societies, is one of the first to address how to reduce the harmful impact of imprisonment on women from a global perspective. It will highlight not only the link with poverty and the scale of the problem but also innovative solutions that Member States can adopt. Related Documents:  Concept Note Watch Promising Practices to Reduce the Harmful Impact of Imprisonment on Women – a key step forward in implementing the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action (CSW69 Side Event)!

- General discussion The main focus of the sixty-ninth session will be on the review and appraisal of the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the outcomes of the 23rd special session of the General Assembly. The review will include an assessment of current challenges that affect the implementation of the Platform for Action and the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of women and its contribution towards the full realization of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is the principal global intergovernmental body exclusively dedicated to the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of women. A functional commission of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), it was established by Council resolution 11(II) of 21 June 1946. The CSW is instrumental in promoting women's rights, documenting the reality of women's lives throughout the world, and shaping global standards on gende...

The sixty-ninth session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69 / Beijing+30) will take place from 10 to 21 March 2025 at United Nations Headquarters in New York. High-level interactive dialogue: Beijing@30: A dialogue with youth representatives The main focus of the sixty-ninth session will be on the review and appraisal of the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the outcomes of the 23rd special session of the General Assembly. The review will include an assessment of current challenges that affect the implementation of the Platform for Action and the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of women and its contribution towards the full realization of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is the principal global intergovernmental body exclusively dedicated to the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of women. A functional commission of the Economic and Social Council (E...