U.S. Department of State - Secretary's Office of Global Women's Issues

Protecting American women and youth from online sexual abuse is essential for their safety and well-being. The U.S. is committed to empowering women and girls and working to create a safer digital environment for everyone. "It's heartbreaking to witness young teens - especially girls - grappling with the overwhelming challenges posed by malicious online content, like deepfakes." - FLOTUS   https://lnkd.in/eC6pYVec

We endeavor to promote peace around the world, because that's in our national interest.  Read Secretary Rubio’s full remarks to personnel: https://lnkd.in/eznv2wSU  

We endeavor to promote peace around the world, because that's in our national interest.  Read Secretary Rubio’s full remarks to personnel: https://lnkd.in/eznv2wSU  

The Department of State is proud to announce the release of the 2024 Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Implementation Plan! This comprehensive plan underscores U.S. dedication to women’s safety and meaningful participation in all stages of peacebuilding, security, and decision-making processes. Research shows that women’s inclusion in peace, political, security, and decision-making processes. is vital in building and strengthening resilient, peaceful, and sustainable societies. https://lnkd.in/eFFDYu-S

From Moldova to the broader region, Maria Bumbu Caragia exemplifies what’s possible when women have access to the right support, opportunities, and networks. As a dedicated Board member of AFAM (Association of Women Entrepreneurs of Moldova), Maria has been a driving force for women’s economic empowerment, shaping her entrepreneurial path while inspiring others along the way. Through AFAM, Maria joined the “Strengthening the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem by Networking Regional Women’s Chambers of Commerce and Business Associations” project (WE-Champs), a flagship initiative funded by the U.S. Department of State - Secretary's Office of Global Women's Issues. WE-Champs provided AFAM with critical resources and valuable connections that enabled the association to better support its members, helping them scale their vision, strengthen their leadership, and collaborate with women entrepreneurs across Europe, Central Asia, and Africa. Now, Maria is paying it forward, supporting women in her community and beyond, proving that empowered women truly empower women. Watch Maria’s inspiring story here: https://lnkd.in/eQYTshQr

As a pivotal step toward justice and peace, Secretary Blinken today took steps to hold RSF leader Hemedti and his forces accountable for genocide and continuing to violate commitments under international law, the Jeddah Declaration, and the 2024 Code of Conduct from the Advancing Lifesaving and Peace in Sudan. Our office is proud to support the Sudanese women’s persistent advocacy that led to the 2024 Code prioritizing #CRSV and #GBV. The women of Sudan have made progress toward holding the RSF accountable for these atrocities and are an unstoppable force for justice and peace. https://lnkd.in/gdYcWDCw

The Gender Equity and Equality Action (GEEA) Fund, implemented by USAID and the Department of State, advances the U.S. Government’s development and diplomatic goals by increasing their access to resources, services, and leadership opportunities and by addressing the barriers that limit their ability to participate fully in the economy.  The Gender Equity and Equality Action Fund #GEEAFund 2024 Progress Report highlights successes and lessons from these efforts to advance women’s economic security globally, including how the Fund provided economic capacity strengthening to more than 18,000 women expanding their entrepreneurial and digital skills, labor rights, and employment opportunities.   Learn more about how the GEEA Fund’s activities reached over 686,000 individuals in 87 countries at the link. To see the Report come to life, check out our two videos highlighting State GEEA Fund activities- “From Soil to Sale: Lusine’s Path to Entrepreneurial Growth” and Networking for Success: Maria Builds Her Business and Connection”.  https://lnkd.in/ed45eAsi 📹 https://lnkd.in/eyiQiTx2 📹 https://lnkd.in/e34Y2_ta

Ambassador Geeta Rao Gupta: Increasing women’s participation in AI governance processes – and promoting safety by design – is one way to help prevent misuse of AI to perpetrate technology-facilitated #GBV. #HumanRightsinAI

Principal Deputy Katrina Fotovat was honored to be part of a "Women and Leadership" panel with the extraordinary VADM Sara Joyner, VADM Arti Sarin, and Ms. Avery Alpha at the 11th U.S. Naval War College #WPS Symposium to discuss the empowerment of women leaders in the national security sector.

Partnerships amplify our impact, ensuring that women's rights and opportunities are prioritized! Olivia Holt-Ivry, Executive Director of USPWC, highlighted, "ElevateHER initiative exemplifies the power of public-private partnerships to foster women’s economic security. Together, S&P Global and USPWC are creating pathways for women to thrive in today’s workforce while building bridges toward a more inclusive global economy."     We applaud USPWC members’ commitment to skills-building, workforce inclusion, and women’s entrepreneurship, which will unlock opportunities for women across the country while supporting a prosperous Pakistan for all. Programs like ElevateHER are essential for creating a future where women can innovate, lead, and drive growth.