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<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Gender Equality at the United Nations General Assembly
<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><i><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">A guide to the global gender equality agenda at the 73rd United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 73),
who will be there and what’s at stake </span></i></b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><img width="767" height="512" id="Picture_x0020_1" src="cid:image005.jpg@01D451E9.7E140CA0" alt="Students carry the flags of United Nations Member States during the annual Peace Bell Ceremony held in observance of the International Day of Peace (21 September), ahead of the 70th session of the General Assembly Photo: UN Photo/Amanda Voisard"></span><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#1F497D"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="color:#1F497D"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Students carry the flags of United Nations Member States during the annual Peace Bell Ceremony held in observance of the International Day of Peace (21 September),
ahead of the 70th session of the General Assembly Photo: UN Photo/Amanda Voisard<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">September 19, 2018 - The largest yearly meeting of world leaders! What better time than this to highlight
the importance, challenges and progress on women’s rights and gender equality.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Even before the General Assembly began, UN General Assembly President-elect María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés
called attention to gender-based violence and political empowerment in </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><a href="http://sdg.iisd.org/news/unga-elects-next-president-ecuadors-foreign-affairs-minister/"><span lang="EN" style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">a
speech</span></a></span><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"> about the session.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Garcés, just the fourth woman President of the UNGA in its 73 years history, is presiding over this year’s
Assembly, at the UN Headquarters in New York. The High-level General Debate, when Prime Ministers and Presidents convene in New York City, began 25 September 2018 and will run until 1 October.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">The theme for UNGA 73 is, “Making the United Nations Relevant to All People: Global Leadership and Shared
Responsibilities for Peaceful, Equitable and Sustainable Societies.” With a dizzying array of speeches by Heads of States, celebrity sightings and diplomatic tweets to keep up with, we’ve outlined where and when to pay close attention to the global gender
equality agenda.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Why is gender equality an important topic at UNGA 73?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">A better world for women and girls is a better world for all. When more women work, economies grow. When
women have control of their household income, children benefit from the changes in spending. When women are included in peace processes, there is a higher likelihood the agreement will last longer.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">It is paramount that in all aspects of the UN’s work, whether it be peace and security, climate action,
or humanitarian assistance, the unique strengths and vulnerabilities of women and girls are acknowledged, accounted for and continuously evaluated.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><img border="0" width="768" height="512" id="Picture_x0020_2" src="cid:image006.jpg@01D451E9.7E140CA0" alt="During the 71st session of the General Assembly, Phumzile MlamboNgucka, ExecutiveDirector of UN Women, addresses the opening segment of the United Nations highlevel summit on large movements of refugees and migrants on 19 September 2016 in the General Assembly Hall Photo: UN Women/Ryan Brown"></span><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">During the 71st session of the General Assembly, Phumzile MlamboNgucka, ExecutiveDirector of UN Women, addresses the opening segment of the United Nations highlevel
summit on large movements of refugees and migrants on 19 September 2016 in the General Assembly Hall Photo: UN Women/Ryan Brown<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Who will be there?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Each UN Member State usually has a team of representatives attending the GA, including the Head of State,
Ministers and diplomats. These are people who can shape and influence decisions in their countries and internationally.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Goodwill Ambassadors from many UN agencies, including UN Women, will also participate in events and advocate
for specific issues. Many other celebrities and influencers will appear at the </span>
<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><a href="http://www.un.org/sdgmediazone/"><span lang="EN" style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">SDG Media Zone</span></a></span><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">
at the UN, for live interviews and discussions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">What’s at stake this year?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">UNGA 73 will be a time for nations to renew their commitments to global goals, and to engage with policy
makers, leaders and activists across all sectors.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Three years since the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the global blueprint for development
adopted by countries around the world, Member States are speaking to the UN General Assembly on the state of their nations. As gender equality is a critical aspect of each of the 17 SDGs, it's important to listen for how each country is working toward a better
world for women and girls.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Throughout the session, in various forms and fashions, many pressing topics for the global gender equality
agenda will be discussed, such as equal pay, gender-responsive migration policies and zero tolerance for violence against women.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Interviews and panels at the
</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><a href="http://www.un.org/sdgmediazone/"><span lang="EN" style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">SDG Media Zone</span></a></span><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">,
which will live stream digital content from the UN, will discuss youth and the SDGs, climate action, good health for all, and education, among other topics.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Meetings and events on gender equality to watch for:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">‘SDGs and Her” Awards Ceremony: Women Micro-Entrepreneurs Helping to Achieve the SDGs</span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">, 24 September,
8 — 9 a.m., UN Women, Conference Room 19th floor, Daily News Building, 220 E 42nd St, New York<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">
<b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">She Is Equal: Leveling the Law for Women and Girls by 2030</span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">, 25 September, 1 — 3 p.m., Empire Ballroom,
InterContinental New York, Barclay, 111 East 48th Street, New York<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">
<b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">HeForShe IMPACT Summit</span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">, 26 September, 10 a.m. — 12 p.m., Cipriani, 110 East 42nd Street, New York<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">
<b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Equal Pay International Coalition (EPIC) Pledging Event</span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">, 26 September, 1.15 — 2.45 p.m., South Dining
Room, United Nations Headquarters, New York <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">
<b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Accelerating Efforts to Eliminate Child Marriage in Africa by 2030</span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">, 26 September</span><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">,
1.15–2.30 p.m., Conference Room 9, United Nations HQ, New York<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">
<b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">The Security Council and Women, Peace and Security (WPS): Fostering Practical Action</span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">, 26 September,
3 — 5 p.m. Admission & Visual Media Set-Up: 2.15 — 2.45 p.m., German House, Auditorium, 871 United Nations Plaza, 1st Avenue / East 49th Street, New York<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">
<b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Global Business and Philanthropy Leaders’ SDG-5 Forum for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment</span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">,
27 September, 12 — 3 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">
<b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Spotlight on Femicide in Latin America</span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">, 27 September, 8 — 9.30 a.m., Conference Room 1, United Nations
HQ, New York<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">
<b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">High-level Ministerial Breakfast Event: Adapting to Climate Change — Empowering women</span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">, 27 September,
8 — 10 a.m., Delegates Dining Room, United Nations HQ, New York<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">
<b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Media Briefing: Creativity: A Force for Gender Balancing the World</span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">, 27 September, 3.30 — 4.30 p.m.,
Westin Grand Central, 212 East 42nd Street, New York<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">
<b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Accelerating the Women’s Movement for Peace and Humanitarian Action: Innovating & Challenging the Status Quo</span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">,
27 September, 6:30 — 8.30 p.m., Delegates Dining Room, United Nations HQ, New York<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3">
<b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Promoting Gender-Responsive Migration Governance through the Global Compact for Migration</span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">, 28 September,
9.30 — 11 a.m., Conference Room B, United Nations HQ, New York<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">Later in the session, 5 and 8 October, the General Assembly delegates will pay particular attention to ending
all forms of violence against women and girls, trafficking in women and girls and female genital mutilation. UN Women will present three reports that share best practices and make concrete proposals for further action to tackle the scourge of violence and
sexual harassment. For more information, see </span><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><a href="http://www.unwomen.org/en/news/stories/2018/9/media-advisory-un-women-at-the-un-general-assembly-2018"><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.5pt;color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">UN
Women’s Media Advisory.</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif"><a href="http://www.unwomen.org/en/news/stories/2018/9/feature-gender-equality-at-unga-73">http://www.unwomen.org/en/news/stories/2018/9/feature-gender-equality-at-unga-73</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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