In 2023, UN Women Bolivia, in collaboration with the Iguales Foundation, launched the inaugural "Actions for Equality" event. This annual occasion aims to identify and commend companies implementing initiatives to advance gender equality in Bolivia. The Recognition of Actions for Gender Equality event aims to highlight actions that are directly contributing to achieve a fairer business ecosystem for both women and men. These efforts are geared towards closing gender gaps that disproportionately impact women.

On March 8, 2024, leaders convened at the United Nations Headquarters for International Women’s Day under the theme 'Invest in women: Accelerate progress”. Male leaders at the highest levels of the UN lent their voices and rallied behind this theme, calling for more action and increased investment in women. They all demonstrated their commitment to allyship by proudly wearing their HeForShe pins and ties.

Under the umbrella of General Assembly resolution 72/313, the President of the General Assembly has spearheaded a series of dialogues known as the Gayap Dialogues. In the indigenous Carib language, the word "Gayap" means “many hands make light work” – a striking illustration of collective effort and collaboration. These dialogues seek to foster informal exchanges on issues of concern to the United Nations and the international community at large, with a view to rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity.

Gender inequality trails healthcare, climate change, poverty and safety on list of social issues ~ conflict causes higher rates of gender-based violence ~ majority unaware of COVID’s ongoing impact ~

On 8 March 2024, to commemorate International Women's Day (IWD), HeForShe will rally behind the call to 'Invest in women: Accelerate progress'. In a world facing multiple crises, achieving gender equality is more vital than ever.

In a powerful display of solidarity and commitment to gender equality, Australian government, political, and defense force leaders convened at Parliament House ahead of International Women’s Day to officially kick off the Australian celebrations. The event, co-hosted by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Leader of the Opposition Peter Dutton, marked a significant moment in the ongoing global pursuit of women's rights and empowerment.

Comedy has always held a mirror to society, reflecting its values, biases, and norms. However, what happens when that mirror reflects harmful gender stereotypes? Enter HeForShe's #ChangeThePunchline campaign, a groundbreaking movement launched in January 2024. This campaign isn't merely about eliciting laughs; it's about challenging entrenched biases and reshaping the comedy landscape for the better.

INSEAD, The business school for the World, enters a new chapter with Professor Francisco Veloso starting his mandate as Dean of INSEAD. In a significant step towards advancing gender equality in academia and beyond, HeForShe welcomes the newly appointed Dean to the HeForShe Alliance. 

HeForShe change agents in Malawi. Photo: UN Women Malawi

In a powerful initiative fueled by UN Women Malawi, change agents gathered at the Makawa area in Mangochi, spearheading an awareness campaign focused on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and HIV prevention. This effort has ignited insightful discussions at an intergenerational community dialogue, championed by UN Women under the HeForShe banner. 

Turkish artist İlkin Eskipehlivan. Photo: Courtesy of İlkin Eskipehlivan.