Women make up 49.7% of the world’s population, yet only 22% hold public offices. Recognized as drivers of sustainable development and noted for their community investment, their advancement towards prominent decision-making positions remains slow. Global leaders have set forth a gender roadmap, but what can be done to effectively implement responsive policies? How effective are regulatory measures like quotas and benchmarks in stimulating change?

Speakers:
Introductory speech by Ivo Daalder, President, Chicago Council on Global Affairs

Lilianne Ploumen, Minister of Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation, The Kingdom of the Netherlands

Gayle Smith, President and Chief Executive Officer, ONE Campaign

Moderator: Julie Gichuru, Founder and CEO, Arimus Media

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