Advocacy & UN Work
BPW International holds General Consultative Status with the UN Economic and Social Council since 1947. We advocate for gender equality, women’s economic empowerment, and sustainable development at the highest international level.
As global citizens, we must stand united now more than ever. Every day, basic human rights are violated in different corners of the world, and gender equality remains an unfulfilled promise even after 95 years of IFBPW and 80 years since the founding of the United Nations.
Neelima Basnet, 1st VP United Nations
Neelima Basnet, 1st VP United Nations
The numbers speak for themselves:
- Only 27% of heads of state globally are women.
- All 9 UN Secretary-Generals to date have been men.
This is the reality we face but it is not the future we accept.
To drive real change, we must actively empower our Young BPW members to become the leaders of tomorrow. This begins at every level of our organization, from clubs to federations to the international stage. Let us open every door within BPW to provide them with opportunities to grow, learn, and lead with knowledge, virtue, and unwavering confidence.
I call on each of you to mentor, inspire, and champion our young leaders. Together, we can build a pipeline of women ready to shatter ceilings and transform the world.
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Neelima Basnet, First Vice President, United Nations
CSW sessions, FfD conferences, and other UN events where BPW participates and advocates for women’s rights.
Meet our dedicated UN representatives and the Standing Committee on the United Nations.
Comprehensive reports on BPW International’s activities and advocacy at the United Nations.
BPW International initiated Equal Pay Day, now observed worldwide. This campaign highlights the gender pay gap and advocates for equal remuneration for work of equal value.
BPW International’s Task Forces address critical issues including anti-human trafficking, child marriage prevention, STEM innovation, mentoring, leadership, and international legal advice.
BPW International maintains presence at key UN locations around the world, ensuring our voice is heard at every level of international governance.
Stay updated on BPW International’s latest advocacy activities, UN statements, and policy positions.