UN launches gender equality plan: ‘We’re at a turning point’

Samar Khan cycles towards gender equality and sustainability

Samar Khan, a Pakistani adventure athlete, took to social media on Thursday to promote girl’s inclusion in athletics, as well as to shine a light on the discrimination they face. Samar has most recently conquered the highest peak in South America, adding summiting Mount Aconcagua to her impressive list of accomplishments which includes being the first Pakistani to cycle on the worlds third largest glacial systems, the first to cycle on the roof …

The meeting also reaffirmed the commitment of the state government headed by Marina del Pilar, which is working on the implementation of public policies.

Gambia Reaffirms Commitment to Gender Equality at UN Ministerial Meeting – Foroyaa Newspaper

By Sarjo M. Camara, Reporting from New York At a high-level United Nations gathering in New York, Gambia’s Minister of Gender, Children, and Social Welfare, Fatou Kinteh, reaffirmed the country’s dedication to advancing gender equality and protecting women’s rights. Speaking at the Ministerial Roundtable on Tuesday, Kinteh underscored Gambia’s efforts to implement the Beijing Platform for Action, a landmark global blueprint for women’s empowerme…

UN launches gender equality plan: ‘We’re at a turning point’

From embarking on a digital revolution to fill the gaping gender divide to ensuring a seat at decision making tables, the new plan builds on the landmark 1995 Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, which presented a blueprint for achieving gender equality and advancing women’s rights. UN Women chief Sima Bahous said “today, we take […]

Club de Madrid at CSW69 & Beijing +30: A Defining Moment for Gender Equality

The 69th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) is actively taking place in New York (March 10-21, 2025), marking a crucial milestone: 30 years since the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. This landmark agenda, adopted in 1995 by 189 countries, remains the most ambitious global blueprint for women’s rights and gender equality.   Representing Club de Madrid, Vice President and President of Chile (2006-2010 y 2014-2018), Michelle Bach…