Zambian Minister Leads Delegation to UN’s Commission on the Status of Women
Ms. Doreen Mwamba, the Minister of Community Development and Social Services, is currently spearheading the Zambian delegation at the 68th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW68) held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, United States.
The conference, running from March 11th to 22nd, 2024, revolves around the theme “Accelerating the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls by addressing poverty and strengthening institutions and financing with a gender perspective.”
With a focus on addressing poverty and strengthening institutions from a gender perspective, CSW68 serves as a platform for discussing critical developmental issues related to gender equality and women’s empowerment.
Minister Mwamba’s participation underscores Zambia’s commitment to advancing gender equality and empowering women, particularly by addressing vulnerability.
During the session, Minister Mwamba is slated to deliver an address highlighting Zambia’s strides in promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment.
She will spotlight the country’s efforts to address vulnerabilities faced by women and underscore the importance of continued action in this realm.
CSW68 serves as a crucial gathering bringing together government officials, civil society organizations, experts, and activists from around the globe.
The aim is to collectively devise strategies, actions, and investments geared towards ending women’s poverty and advancing gender equality on a global scale.
Zambia’s active involvement in CSW68 signifies its dedication to promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment both domestically and internationally.
Minister Mwamba’s presence at the conference showcases Zambia’s commitment to collaborating with the global community in advancing the rights and opportunities of women and girls worldwide.
