Events

November 26, 2023
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

Unyielding Daughters and Resilience: A Triumph Against Violence on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, Naples bore witness to a momentous event. It’s a multidisciplinary event taking place at Foqus Fondazione Quartieri Spagnoli onlus, set to be a day of testimonies, arts, dance, reflection, and creativity to combat all forms of gender violence. “Indomitable and Resistant Daughters” stands as a celebration of art, music, creative education workshops, performances, and discussions within the female universe. This event, with free entry, unfolded on November 25th, 2023, […]
June 9, 2023
Stop Executions in Iran

Exhibition at European Parliament Shines Light on Campaign to Stop Executions in Iran

The Exhibition on Campaign to Stop Executions in Iran, held at the European Parliament from October 24 to October 27, 2022, served as a powerful platform to raise awareness about the alarming use of the death penalty in Iran. With a particular focus on the country’s status as the world’s top record holder of executions per capita, the exhibition highlighted the disproportionate impact on women, minors, religious and ethnic minorities, and political dissidents. Through its thought-provoking displays, interactive elements, personal […]
June 3, 2018
IAWJ2018

Building Bridges Between Women Judges of the World

The International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ) held its 14th biennial international conference in Buenos Aires, Argentina from Wednesday 2 May to Sunday 6 May 2018. This year’s theme focused on Building Bridges between Women Judges of the World with the presence of 900 female judges from 80 countries. “More women – more justice”, was the slogan of this year’s conference which was successfully organized by prominent women judges from five continents. Some of the topics of discussion included the […]
March 21, 2018
WNC Board Meeting

WNC Board Meeting: Commemorating International Women’s Day

On February 17th, 2018, dozens of dedicated members of our growing international network convened in Paris, France, to discuss areas of strategic focus for the year ahead. The session opened with an address by WNC’s distinguished Vice-President, Dr. Ranjana Kumari, Director of the Centre for Social Research in Delhi and Chairperson of Women Power Connect, a national level organization of women’s groups in India. Before opening the floor to the exchange of ideas on pressing social, economic and political issues, […]
February 20, 2018
WNC Board Meeting February 17, 2018

WNC Board Meeting: February 17, 2018

July 24, 2017
WNC: Turning The Tide Towards Parity

WNC’s Inaugural Meeting: ‘Turning the Tide Towards Parity’

On July 1st 2017, several inspiring members of our burgeoning international network convened in Paris, France for an inaugural meeting. The session opened with an address by one of WNC’s distinguished and trailblazing founders, Dr. Rita Süssmuth, former head of the German Bundestag. Dr. Süssmuth spent some time greeting our members and guests before launching into a timely discussion about the role of women’s leadership at this important juncture in history. Reflecting on the present predicament facing many European, Middle […]
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