Fifteen Years of Transformative Impact: UN Women in Europe and Central Asia
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This year, UN Women, the youngest UN organization, marks 15 years of delivering for women and girls in the most challenging period for gender equality in decades. There has never been a time when UN Women’s mandate has been more relevant.
We serve as the regional lead for the rights, equality and empowerment of all women and girls across Europe and Central Asia region. A global advocate, a systems-shifter, a partner of trust, and the United Nations’ engine for women’s rights and gender equality.
15 Years of Delivering for Women and Girls in Europe and Central Asia
15 creative ways to promote women’s empowerment and gender equality
From theatre and film to football and music, UN Women's innovative campaigns harness the power of creativity to challenge stereotypes, promote positive masculinities, and advance women’s rights.
UN Women is awarded for its groundbreaking communications initiatives
In its 15th anniversary year, UN Women reflects on a decade and a half of communications excellence across Europe and Central Asia.
📖 Gender Snapshot for Europe and Central Asia
This Snapshot highlights progress and challenges in gender equality across ECA, 30 years on from Beijing '95 with five years left to reach SDG 5.
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✨ UN Women Highlights 2024 - 2025
In 2025, UN Women, the youngest UN organization, proudly celebrates our 15th year. Today we are a global force for women’s rights and gender equality, driving change in 109 countries, delivering for four billion women and girls.