Women and the United Nations: Why Supporting and Strengthening the UN is Important for Women and Girls
About event organiser
National Council of Women of New Zealand (NCWNZ) has a long and proud history promoting improvements to the quality of life of women, families and the community. Their actions have helped shape the social and economic fabric of Aotearoa. Today their work focuses on realising their vision for a gender equal New Zealand.
UN Women Aotearoa New Zealand is a National Committee that supports the mission of UN Women to uphold women's rights around the world.
Event information
About the event
For more information and to register, visit the event page.
Hear from a diverse and informed panel about why the work of the UN matters for women and girls - what's been achieved, current issues, and what the future could and should look like.
Please direct all queries to the organisers: info@unwomen.org.nz
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