Women in Multilateralism

Insights from GWL Voices

Participants at the the 63rd session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW63). Photo: UN Photo/Ryan Bro

GWL Voices is an organization of women leaders from all regions and backgrounds committed to building a gender-equal international system that can respond to today’s challenges.

Here is a roundup of some of its latest work:

Women in Multilateralism 2026: (January 2026)

GWL Voices’ latest flagship report tracking gender equality across 62 major multilateral organizations through original data, historical analysis, and storytelling. See interactive data here.

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Not Any Person, Not Any Woman, Not Any Man (March 9, 2026)

In PassBlue, Susana Malcorra, Helen Clark, and Irina Bokova present the case for a woman to lead the UN.

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The Madam Secretary-General Campaign (Ongoing)

In its 80-year history, the UN has never been led by a woman. This flagship campaign argues that breaking the cycle of male-only leadership is a necessary first step toward structural change, bringing fresh perspectives and practical problem-solving to global crises. “Women leaders are known for active listening, bridging divides, problem-solving, and focusing on impact,” the campaign argues. “They care for institutions while driving change, and they plan resources effectively.” The campaign tracker monitors the coalition of UN Member States that have pledged support for a female candidate.

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