About Us

The U.S. National Committee for UN Women, Chicago Chapter, was founded in November 2006 with the goal of becoming involved in critical UN Women projects worldwide like establishing women's centers in Afghanistan and ensuring women's participation in negotiations on the Darfur conflict.

Committed to raising awareness and funds through Chicago-based events and partnerships with local businesses, the Chicago Chapter actively supports UN Women's mission to

• Reduce feminized poverty
• End violence against women
• Halt the spread of HIV/AIDS among women and girls
• Achieve gender equality in democratic governance

And if you decide to become a U.S. National Committee for UN Women member, you will be making both a contribution and a connection to women around the world, supporting crucial programs in countries where women's voices are silenced.