The Beijing Women’s Conference refers to the Fourth World Conference on Women held in Beijing, China, from September 4 to 15, 1995. This landmark event aimed to address global issues affecting women and set a platform for policy actions to promote gender equality. Participants, including representatives from 181 countries, discussed topics such as education, health, economic participation, violence against women, and women’s rights. The conference resulted in the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, a comprehensive policy agenda for the empowerment of women and the promotion of gender equality, which outlined strategic objectives and actions for governments and organizations worldwide to improve the status of women. The conference is recognized as a pivotal moment in the global women’s rights movement, highlighting the significance of a gender perspective in development and advocating for women’s participation in all aspects of political, economic, and social life.
International Women’s Day 2025 emphasizes empowering youth, with a focus on young women and girls. The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action's 30th anniversary highlights its ongoing impact on advancing…