This event examines the requirements of meaningful implementation of Security Council 1325 and 2475 resolutions. It demonstrates concrete examples of how to increase diversity in peace-building processes, including full, equal and meaningful participation of women and girls. Furthermore, the event explores means to reinforce local leadership, including faith-based.
Date: Tuesday 10th September 2024
Time: 14:30 - 15:30 CEST, networking and refreshments from 14:00 CEST
Location: Room XXII, Palais des Nations, Geneva (enter via door E40)
Co-sponsors: Finland, Colombia, the European Union, UN Women and UNFPA
In collaboration with: ACT Alliance, Felm, Norwegian Church Aid, Act Church of Sweden, World Council of Churches, Lutheran World Federation, World YWCA, HEKS, DanChurchAid, Finn Church Aid, Abilis
Moderated by Dr. Suchi Gaur, Director of Global Engagement and Impact, World YWCA
Speakers include:
Ambassador Heidi Schroderus-Fox, Vice-President of Human Rights Council, Finland
Ambassador Gustavo Gallón, Permanent Representative of Colombia to the United Nations Office at Geneva
Adriana Quiñones, Head of Human Rights and Development, UN Women Geneva Office
Pernille Fenger, Director, UNFPA Geneva
Alongside civil society advocates working for peace and gender justice in diverse regions.
