The application for the March 2025 session of the CSW is currently closed.
GLI and the Feminist Majority Foundation are recognized non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in good standing the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN ECOSOC). ECOSOC status allows us to participate in UN events, including the annual session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW).
During the CSW, student delegates participate in meetings and events about girls’ human rights, attend panels, monitor the proceedings of the government delegations, and work with students from partner organizations to draft the Girls Statement, which is read on the floor of the UN and entered into the official CSW record.
GLI believes that girls’ voices should be heard in all the places where decisions are being made that impact their lives. This includes the UN!
“Getting to go to CSW is an amazing experience because I got to meet girls from all over the world, and voice my opinions on things that matter to me. It was my favorite week of the year!
Rebecca G., GLI Delegate to CSW61
“The CSW was a life-changing experience for me. Being there allowed me to see the global plight of women at all levels of society, and what I as a male can do to combat that.”
Francesco W., GLI Delegate to CSW59
My CSW experience was invaluable because of the inspiration and motivation I received from not only foreign leaders who support gender equality, but also from the network of passionate young people who were so inclusive. The response I received from my community about the CSW59 has been super positive and makes me even more proud to be a GLI Delegate!
Lauren R., GLI Delegate to CSW59
It was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.
Marie M., GLI Delegate to CSW59
