UNCSW

Readout - Minister Ien and Parliamentary Secretary Sudds advance gender equality at the 67th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women

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Saturday, March 11, 2023

The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, and Parliamentary Secretary Jenna Sudds led the Canadian delegation to the 67th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW67) during the session's first week.

Key Points: 
  • The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, and Parliamentary Secretary Jenna Sudds led the Canadian delegation to the 67th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW67) during the session's first week.
  • The delegation will continue to meet until the end of the session on March 17, 2023.
  • Throughout the session, the Government of Canada reiterated the need to make concrete advances for women and girls through improved digital access, innovation, and education.
  • This provided Canada with a valuable opportunity to shape the Commission's work on issues that affect women and girls globally.