68th Commission on the Status of Women

The United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is the global intergovernmental body dedicated to the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls.

The 68th session of the CSW takes place from 11 to 22 March 2024 under the priority theme: “Accelerating the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls by addressing poverty and strengthening institutions and financing with a gender perspective”.  

It is urgent to accelerate progress: latest data shows that 10.3 per cent of the world’s women live in extreme poverty, and they are poorer than men. Over the next two weeks, the Commission will discuss best practices and policies to address the gender-poverty gap and to lift both women and men from poverty and foster just and sustainable economic development for nations.

Representatives from non-governmental organizations will deliver statements on these critical issues; youth will participate in dialogues with decision-makers and present their recommendations. It is a one-of-a-kind platform for feminists from around the world to advocate, learn and share experiences.

Join us in a call for gender equality and empowering all women and girls in global health!