Sahel Conference says women’s full participation essential to conflict...
Press release on the Sahel Conference: Some 40 women from the Sahel met today to underline the crucial contributions women from the region are making to economic recovery, political stability and...
View ArticleWomen peace advocates put forth key recommendations for Sahel region
UN Women calls for greater participation of women to achieve peace in Sahel and urge world leaders to protect and advance women’s rights
View ArticleActing Head of UN Women appointed
Following the announcement of her departure by Michelle Bachelet, founding Executive Director of UN Women, the UN Secretary-General has designated Lakshmi Puri, Assistant Secretary-General and UN Women...
View ArticleWe are integral to sustainable peace, recovery and development, say Malian women
At a conference for international donors in Brussels on 15 May, Malian women will present their recommendations, calling for more effective contributions to economic development and for women to play a...
View ArticleLakshmi Puri visits Malaysia, Japan and the Republic of Korea
During Lakshmi Puri's official mission from 28 May to 4 June, to Malaysia, Japan and the Rebublic of Korea, this page will serve as a repository for all live and archived webcasts, speeches, photos and...
View ArticleInternational Widows’ Day: Message of Lakshmi Puri, Acting Head of UN Women
On this International Widows' Day, UN Women calls for action to end discrimination against widows so they can live in dignity and enjoy equal rights, opportunities and full participation in society. A...
View ArticleStatement: Acting Head of UN Women Lakshmi Puri calls for Egyptian women’s...
The Acting Head of UN Women, Lakshmi Puri, expresses concern over reports of the high prevalence of sexual assaults against women in public spaces. She urges women's participation in public life and...
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