Thursday 6 June
News Watch
New evidence on the impact of the expanded global gag rule Host: Kgomotso Matsuyane, journalist, KAYA FM Guests: - Vanessa Rios, Program Officer, International Women’s Health Coalition - Jade Maina, Executive Director, Trust for Indigenous Culture…
The Power of Movements: What happens when many demand change
At the heart of global movements for progress lies the power of people joining together and the power of many demanding the same change. Movements have transformed lives, changed the world, and have powered real, sustainable progress. The Power of Movements…
Film Screenings: Women and Sports
Reclaiming Identity: Stories from Grassroot Soccer Changemakers (11:25) > Four young women from South Africa tell their personal stories of reclaiming identity. This film includes four first-person digital shorts, written/directed/produced by the young…
Candid Conversation
Host: Kgomotso Matsuyane, journalist, KAYA FM Guests: - Lucy Stackpool-Moore, Director of HIV Programmes and Advocacy at the International AIDS Society - Nelly Munyasia, Programs Manager, Reproductive Health Network Kenya
Film Screenings: Women Artivists
Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin Trailer (2:17) > Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin is a feature documentary that explores the remarkable life and legacy of the science fiction and fantasy writer Ursula K. Le Guin, who passed away in 2018. Produced with Le Guin’s…
On the Ground
Conversations with attendees on the power of youth and movements
Movement Leaders in Conversation
Speakers from The Power of Movements: "What happens when many demand change?" plenary speak to the media.
Power Talks: Health
Moderated by: Yasmine Rouai, Associate Director, Global Health Policy, EMD Serono, Inc. 10:20 | Sona Shah, CEO and Co-founder, Neopenda > Sona Shah shares insights about being a female founder of an early-stage tech startup and highlights some of challenges…
Youth Zone Reflections
Youth Zone attendees will circle back on Kickoff goals for WD2019.
Power of Community: Advocates Organizing Around Beijing + 25
Organized by: UN Women, Womankind Worldwide Power of Community sessions are semi-structured dialogues for various communities of practice, defined by geographical local of work, technical focus of work, and other identifying characteristics. Self-select…
Youth Consultations: Advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health through Research
Sponsored by: Girl Effect Interested in shaping research related to youth's sexual and reproductive health, digital technology, and advocacy? TEGA (Technology Enabled Girl Ambassadors) is Girl Effect's girl-led insights research methodology. TEGAs are…
360° Films: Virtual Reality
This year, we are excited to introduce a new immersive component of the Film Festival – 360° films with the use of Virtual Reality headsets! Put yourself in the shoes of girls and women around the world. Featuring: The Vidya Vox Story - The Female…
Film Screenings: Menstruation
Menstruation: What to Expect (3:18) > This educational video was created from a collaboration between AMAZE.org and The Moving Company. The animated video, developed by sexual health experts, focuses on the physical and mental changes a young person…
Power of Community: Advocates from Europe
Organized by: Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevölkerung (DSW), YouAct Power of Community sessions are semi-structured dialogues for various communities of practice, defined by geographical local of work, technical focus of work, and other identifying characteristics.…
Power of Community: Advocates for The Rights of Older Women
Organized by: HelpAge International Power of Community sessions are semi-structured dialogues for various communities of practice, defined by geographical local of work, technical focus of work, and other identifying characteristics. Self-select a community…
Power of Community: Grassroots Advocates
Organized by: GROOTS Kenya Power of Community sessions are semi-structured dialogues for various communities of practice, defined by geographical local of work, technical focus of work, and other identifying characteristics. Self-select a community and…
Power of Community: Advocates Fighting Child, Early, and Forced Marriage
Organized by: Girls Not Brides Power of Community sessions are semi-structured dialogues for various communities of practice, defined by geographical local of work, technical focus of work, and other identifying characteristics. Self-select a community…
Power of Community: Health Providers Working on Maternal Health
Organized by: The International Confederation of Midwives (ICM), FIGO Power of Community sessions are semi-structured dialogues for various communities of practice, defined by geographical local of work, technical focus of work, and other identifying…
Power of Community: G7/G20 Advocates and Stakeholders
Organized by: W7, W20, G7 Global Task Force Power of Community sessions are semi-structured dialogues for various communities of practice, defined by geographical local of work, technical focus of work, and other identifying characteristics. Self-select…