Mission and Vision

Who we are

The NGO Committee on the Status of Women Geneva is a strategic platform for non-governmental organizations accredited with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).

Mission

We engage with the United Nations to raise awareness on issues relating to the status of women and gender equality. We support the UN, with advocacy and lobbying actions for the respect of States’ commitments to human rights, peace and development, while supporting a global momentum for the defense of women’s rights and their full empowerment.

Vision

Our member organizations share a vision of elevating and improving the lives of women and girls, in a world where women and girls will achieve their individual and collective potential, having an equal voice in creating strong, healthy and peaceful communities.