Advancing Women’s Leadership in Politics, Economy and Diplomacy through the United Nations#
UN Headquarters, Vienna; 7-9 February, 2027 #
The Forum on Women’s Leadership in the UN will bring together women leaders, diplomats, parliamentarians, representatives of international organisations, business leaders and experts for three days of discussion and exchange in Vienna. Hosted at the United Nations Office at Vienna, the Forum will focus on strengthening women’s leadership in politics, diplomacy, international organisations and the global economy.
The programme will address political and diplomatic leadership, economic participation, international cooperation, peace and security, and the role of the United Nations in advancing opportunities for women. Through keynote speeches, panel discussions and roundtables, participants will exchange experiences, discuss current challenges and explore opportunities for future cooperation across countries, institutions and sectors.
Locations#
Located in Vienna, the Forum will be hosted at the United Nations Vienna International Centre, alongside a selection of significant political, historic and cultural venues across the city, reflecting Vienna’s unique role as a centre of international diplomacy, culture and dialogue.
Participants#
Participation in the Summit is open to government and diplomatic officials, academics, artists, representatives of civil society, members of the private sector, and young professionals.
If you would like to reserve a position and participate in the forum, please register by filling out the online application form
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Participant Papers#
The Conference Committee encourages academic research and analysis of issues related to the goals of the Conference. The Conference Committee would therefore like to welcome the participants of the conference to submit a paper they would like to be considered for presentation at the conference as well as being included in the proposal document that will be issued following the conference and will be sent to all governments and leaders of the international community.
