In response to General Assembly policy, the Presbyterian United Nations Office maintains a strong commitment to advocate for international gender equality and educate Presbyterians about global gender justice issues. With the support of this document, women around the world are better equipped than ever to hold their governments accountable and make positive, lasting changes for the status of women. In recognizing the unique contributions that women offer to sustainable development, advocacy organizations believe women have a key role in averting the environmental and economic degradation currently crippling many developing countries. Learn about the creative ways women around the world are engaged in sustainable development and how governments and organizations can advance human rights by encouraging more equal participation in development initiatives.
Many global projects depend on individuals and small groups around the world to be effective.
Some of the most effective measures people can take are also quite simple. Get specific training about how to approach elected officials and community groups to support UN programs and documents, how to host an educational event, or the resources needed to publish articles regarding international concerns. Talks or workshops about gender issues can be scheduled in your community or at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City. Some artwork in this site provided by The Graphics Station.