Video and Event

WE EMPOWER-G7: Irene Natividad on Gender Equality

In March of 2020, WE EMPOWER of UN Women, European Union and International Labour Organization (ILO) convened businesses from across the globe for the We Are Generation Equality: Ring the Bell for Gender Equality event in New York City.

Principle 1: High-Level Corporate Leadership

This video explains how CEO’s and the executive team can define the goals and targets for implementing the WEPs; and make the Principles part of the corporate sustainability strategy, day-to-day operations and organizational culture.

Copyright: WEPs Secretariat

Film Screening with Women Entrepreneurs and Film Producers

On 18 November, Mastercard and WEPs team at UN Women organized an exclusive, virtual documentary film screening and panel discussion showcasing the perseverance and passion of female entrepreneurs and to celebrate their stories and impact.

Creating Fair and Equal Workplaces

On 14 December 2020, the UN Women and the UN Global Compact in Denmark co-hosted the "Creating Fair and Equal Workplaces" event with participation of Nordic companies. 

WEPs Learn

WEPs Learn strives to equip women with new skills, capacities and characteristics to succeed in the digital economy and labour market.

The Power of Working Together

On 10 December, the WE EMPOWER-G7 Programme hosted a virtual high-level Forum convening G7-EU stakeholder that focus on women’s economic empowerment and responsible business conduct, including WEPs signatories.

The Power of Partnerships for Achieving Gender Equality

“ … Governments, the international community and civil society, including non-governmental organizations and the private sector, are called upon to take strategic action in the [12] critical areas of concern.” – Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.

#WeLearn: Is Entrepreneurship for You?

On 2 December 2020, the WE EMPOWER - G7 Programme hosted "#WeLearn: Is Entrepreneurship for You?" learning session.

Gender-Responsive Procurement: A Transformative Strategy for Creating Better Systems for Women’s Entrepreneurship

On 1 December 2020, UN Women hosted the Gender-Responsive Procurement: A Transformative Strategy for Creating Better Systems for Women’s Entrepreneurship 

How Can the Women's Empowerment Principles Benefit Your Company?

The Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) are a set of Principles offering guidance to business on how to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment in the workplace, marketplace and community.