Towards a more inclusive, stronger society, UN highlights the role of women in Iraq of the future

Baghdad, 15 March 2025 - The Deputy Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Iraq for Political Affairs and Electoral Assistance, Mr. Claudio Cordone, attended the "Iraqi Women and Civil Society Forum: Leadership and Influence: A Future towards Sustainability and Innovation" forum in Baghdad today.

The event was organized by the Kahramana Organization for women empowerment and hosted by Ms. Sara Ayad Allawi, Adviser on civil society organizations to His Excellency Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani. Also in attendance was the former Prime Minister Mr. Ayad Allawi.

In an address, DSRSG Cordone highlighted the importance of the gathering, saying "your voices as civil society representatives and initiatives such as this forum are of critical importance".

He added that the United Nations strongly appreciates and supports the work of civil society towards protecting and promoting women's rights and reinforcing the role of women in public life.

Mr. Cordone also recognized the achievements made by women in Iraq in seeking equal rights and equal participation in the country's public life,  highlighting challenges and opportunities and emphasizing continued UN support.

"I believe we all agree that everyone will gain from promoting women's rights and their political participation in Iraq, as the country continues to build its own path towards a more inclusive, stronger society." 

DSRSG Cordone's full remarks on the link:  https://bit.ly/3Fu9qkG