On March 6th and 7, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation (USCCF) and the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Global Women’s Issues (GWI) presented the 9th Annual, International Women’s Day Forum. The event gathered the business community, civil society, and government representatives to advance progress, partnerships, and prosperity through gender equality around the globe.
During the first day of the Conference, Keke empowered this years’ message with an inspiring and motivating dialogue for a 30 minute “fireside chat” with Anna Palmer, Editorial Director of Women Rule and Co-Author of Playbook, POLITICO.
The focus areas of Keke’s amazing Q&A included:
- The value of music and arts education for her girls of Saving Our Cinderellas around the globe
- The importance of building self-esteem, having role models and mentorship
- The importance of reflecting reality in media, television and film including more equitable representation of women and girls from all backgrounds
The incredible Women’s Conference was all about gender equality and its global imperative that can advance economic growth, reduce poverty, and promote stability. It can provide a necessary foundation for a peaceful, stronger, and more sustainable world where everyone has opportunities to succeed.
Partnership among sectors is essential and the business community plays a critical role in driving equality. At the Forum important issues were also discussed, on innovations and cross-sector collaborations that enhance opportunities for equality in workplaces and communities around the world.
Past speakers at the event have included, Clinton Foundation Vice Chair Chelsea Clinton, Starfish Media Group Founder Soledad O’Brien and Barbara Bush, CEO and Co-Founder, Global Health Corps.
Above Photos: Keke with Senior Vice President, U.S. Chambers of Commerce Foundation, Marc DeCourcey, Director, Economic Empowerment, Jesse Matton, and Natalie Masri