Message from Inés Alberdi for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
“Thanks to the persistent and dedicated efforts by women’s rights activists in all parts of the world, [the issue of violence against women] is now a human rights issue, a peace and security issue, and an issue of urgent concern to both men and women.” more
UNIFEM YouTube Channel
UNIFEM is pleased to announce its YouTube channel, which contains all productions undertaken or commissioned by UNIFEM HQ in the last few years, sorted thematically in playlists. more
Say NO–UNiTE to End Violence against Women
UNIFEM launched the global initiative Say NO–UNiTE to End Violence against Women on 6 November 2009 in Nairobi, Kenya. The innovative web platform will stimulate, count and showcase actions on ending violence against women. more
30th Anniversary of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women
The Convention turns thirty this year. To date, 186 countries have ratified the Convention, passing laws and policies that mean women’s human rights are now becoming national standards. more
Gender Dimensions of Climate Change
UNIFEM works with advocates from around the world to emphasize the gender dimensions of climate change, leading up to the adoption of a new agreement on international responses to this global threat. more
Progress of the World’s Women
The 2008/2009 edition of UNIFEM’s flagship report focuses on five key areas where the need to strengthen accountability to women is urgent: politics and governance, access to public services, economic opportunities, justice, and the distribution of international assistance for development and security. more
