Young Diplomats of Canada: UN Commission on the Status of Women 2021

The Commission on the Status of Women meets for an annual 2-week session to discuss gender equality outcomes, evaluate progress, and negotiate agreed conclusions on future directives. This year’s theme was “Women's full and effective participation and decision-making in public life, as well as the elimination of violence, for achieving gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls”. Equal representation at all levels of leadership has yet to be attained, as there are many areas such as the private sector, government and diplomacy, where women and gender minorities remain underrepresented.

In this episode, you’ll hear from Senator Marilou McPhedran, Louise Blais, and Jillian Stirk - a few incredible women leaders who have significantly contributed to advancing gender equality through their courage, advocacy, and lifetime of work.

This episode is a special edition of BTH, presented by delegates from the Young Diplomats of Canada.

Produced by:

Katherine Lacroix - Head Delegate, Young Diplomats of Canada

Katelyn Wang - Delegate/Communications Coordinator, Young Diplomats of Canada

Nikou Salamat - Delegate/Engagement Coordinator, Young Diplomats of Canada

Faria Amin - Executive Producer, Beyond the Headlines