Today, UN member states convened at the General Assembly for a high-level meeting marking 30 years since the Fourth World Conference on Women. Back then, 189 governments came together to adopt a landmark declaration and a 12-point Platform for Action aimed at securing equal rights for all women and girls.
The session reignites focus on the Platform’s 12 critical areas, including:
- Jobs & Economy: Equal pay and inclusive workforce policies
- Political Participation: Bridging the leadership gap
- Peace & Security: Women as peacebuilders
- Environment: Gender-responsive climate action
- Ending Violence: Zero tolerance for gender-based violence
The agenda also spans seven additional sectors—from education and health to technology—highlighting the comprehensive push for equality. Delegates emphasized that while progress has been made, challenges remain: pay gaps persist, leadership roles are unequally distributed, and violence against women endures in many regions.
Data-driven targets will guide the next phase of action, focusing on climate resilience and digital access for girls. Across social media, campaigns under hashtags like #Beijing30 and #WomensRights are mobilizing young activists worldwide.
For digital nomads, entrepreneurs, and global citizens, the call is clear: turn commitments into concrete change. Follow the UNGA livestream, join local events, and share your voice. Together, we can build a more equal world.
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LIVE: UN high-level meeting to mark key declaration on women's rights
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