UfM Regional Dialogue Platform on Women Empowerment
14 December 2023, Barcelona, Spain – This month, Barcelona will witness a meeting dedicated to combating gender disparities and fostering actions for the implementation of the 5th UfM Ministerial Declaration on Strengthening the Role of Women in Society.
The Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) Regional Dialogue Platform on Women Empowerment is scheduled for December 14th in Barcelona, Spain and will serve as vital forums for progressive discussions and proactive strategies.
Following the 5th UfM Ministerial Declaration on Strengthening the Role of Women in Society officially adopted in October 2022, the Regional Dialogue Platform on Women Empowerment emphasizes the translation of commitments into action.
Throughout 2023, the Social and Civil Affairs Division of UfM has been dedicated to transforming these commitments into a tangible roadmap for implementation for 2023-2025. The meeting in Barcelona aims to delve into this draft roadmap and address the core topics of economic empowerment, climate change’s impact on women, and the critical issue of violence against women and girls.
Specific Objectives of the UfM Platform on Women Empowerment:
- Assessing the progress made in gender equality since the last Ministerial Declaration and collecting current data.
- Discussing strategies and actions to enhance legal frameworks, increase women’s participation in economic life, and combat violence against women.
- Agreeing on the priorities of the Roadmap for Action 2023-2025 to guide future initiatives.
- Following up on the Intergovernmental Monitoring Mechanism on Gender Equality.
The platform invites stakeholders, experts, and civil society representatives to share lessons learned and best practices in these critical areas. The insights generated during these discussions will directly shape the roadmap and provide valuable inputs for the Intergovernmental monitoring mechanism on Gender Equality in the region.
