Answering the United Nations’ call for global elimination of PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, UNA Women, an Affinity Group of UNA-USA, hosts this CSW66 parallel program to explore the impact of women and girls affected by forever chemicals, which have been found in many different consumer, commercial, and industrial products, since the 1930s. This panel will feature World Health Organization Director – Dr. Maria Neira – and UNA-USA champions – Himaja Nagireddy and Teena Halbig – who will discuss how forever chemicals have severe implications to public health and the environment.

Amanda McRae, Director of UN Advocacy for Women Enabled International, speaks about the organization’s work to advance the rights of women and girls living with disabilities around the world. Women living with a disabilities also share their experiences and how local citizens can create more culturally sensitive and inclusive communities and public spaces.

This year, we are taking part in the national celebration of the Centennial of the 19th Amendment, which marks 100 years of women’s suffrage in the United States.

Empower women to be active participants and leaders in the political process by planning a coffee chat with our new toolkit, which outlines important talking points, social media guidelines, and educational resources.

Tuesday, March 8, marks International Women’s Day. Looking for ideas to celebrate the gender equality champions in your community?