Honoring Women Ambassadors to the United Nations
Wednesday, 9 May 2012 6:00pm-8:00pm
Turkish Center, 821 United Nations Plaza
(First Avenue at 46th Street)
Tickets: $35.00 each, Refreshments Will Be Served
NGO CSW Forum at CSW 56 was a great success! Thank you to everyone for their participation and inspiration, and a special thanks to our sponsors.
The NGO CSW Forum held its Consultation Day on 26 February and a Reception for delegates on 28 February 2012.
NGO CSW Forum Parallel Events were held from 27 February to 9 March. For more information, please view the FAQ.
The NGO CSW Forum is an open process, a democratic space where boys and girls, men and women can advocate for gender equality, development and peace.
These events are convened by the NGO Committee on the Status of Women, NY (NGO/CSW/NY) in cooperation with our sister organizations in Geneva and Vienna. We are a volunteer-based organization, funded largely by donations and contributions by members and participants.
Download the CSW 56 Handbook PDF (614KB). Changes are available (updated 26 February).
Download the CSW 56 Schedule PDF (643KB)
Download the CSW 56 Advertisements PDF (12.9MB)
Download the CSW 56 Consultation Day Packet PDF (1.2MB)
Download the Celebration March Flyer PDF (1.7MB)
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