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Since its inception in 2005, the Women’s Forum has emerged as the leading international platform for transforming the power of women’s voices and perspectives into forward-thinking economic and policy initiatives for societal change.
Gathering a community of 250 leaders from the economy and society, Women’s Forum USA will promote the work of women who are driving sustainable progress. Participants will explore key topics to foster gender equality through the prism of the three pillars of Health, Climate and Peace to understand their interconnection.
Eric Holder, 82nd Attorney General of the United States and Covington and Burling Senior Counsel. will speak on "Feminist Diplomacy - Women's approach to peace." The panel will be moderated by Michelle Bernard, President & CEO, The Bernard Center for Women, Politics & Public Policy. In diplomacy and foreign policy, raising women’s voices can make a difference. Feminist diplomacy is an approach to international relations, which promotes gender equality, women’s leadership and advocates for women’s fundamental rights. In today’s fragile geopolitical context, how do we shift our approach in diplomacy to ensure peace and common security?
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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