International Day of Women in Multilateralism
"Building equality through multilateralism implies, as we are doing today, recognizing the role of women involved in multilateralism and making them a source of inspiration for all those who wish to participate in this change."
On 23 November 2021, UNESCO鈥檚 General Conference adopted declaring 25th January as the International Day of Women in Multilateralism. The purpose of this Day is to recognize the essential role played by women in the promotion of human rights, peace and sustainable development within the multilateral system.
The International Day of Women in Multilateralism advocates for increased representation of women in key decision-making positions that shape and implement multilateral agendas and for ensuring that multilateralism works for women and girls through gender transformative actions and agreements. It also provides a global platform for an intergenerational dialogue between women leaders within the multilateral system and a new generation of women as future leaders in global governance.
2024
On January 25, 2024, UNESCO marked a significant moment in advancing gender equality and climate action by celebrating the vital contributions of women in science. The event showcased the pioneering work of female scientists and innovators who are leading efforts to address the global climate crisis. This initiative emphasized the importance of amplifying women's voices and ensuring their leadership in shaping sustainable solutions for the future.
2023
The 2023 edition of UNESCO鈥檚 International Day of Women in Multilateralism examined the pressing global issue of social media content governance to counter gendered disinformation and make recommendations to mainstream gender equality in UNESCO鈥檚 guidance on regulating digital platforms. An intergenerational dialogue was also organized bringing together young professionals and UNESCO Ambassadors who are champions of its Global Priority Gender Equality, with a view to contributing to the global reflection launched by the United Nations Secretary-General on the .
Did you know?
On 14 May 1946, as a finale to their last meeting at Hunter College, the Sub-commission on the Status of Women hold a press conference in the delegates lounge of the gym building. From left to right are: Ms Angela Jurdak, Lebanon; Ms Fryderyka Kalinowski, Poland; Ms Bodgil Begtrup, Denmark and Chairman of the committee; Ms Minerva Bernardino, Dominican Republic; and Ms Hansa Mehta, India.
7 days later, on 21 June 1946, the Sub-commission on the Status of Women formally became the (CSW), a full- fledged Commission dedicated to ensuring women鈥檚 equality and to promoting women鈥檚 rights.
