Women in International Law: Charting the Path [1]
Historically, international lawmaking has been a field dominated by men. While the landscape is changing, the path to true gender inclusivity is still unfolding.
Join us for an insightful panel of accomplished women who have excelled in various areas of international law. The speakers will share their personal journeys, discuss their unique challenges and inspirations, and explore strategies for enhancing women's impact in the field. From navigating practical obstacles to advocating for institutional reforms, this event aims to inspire and promote meaningful progress toward gender equity in international law.
Speakers:
- Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda, UN Assistant Secretary-General, UN Women Deputy Executive Director
- Dorothy Patton, Attorney-Adviser, U.S. Mission to the United Nations
- Oona Hathaway, Professor of International Law, Yale Law School
- Natalie Reid, Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
- Serena Lee, CEO, International Institute for Conflict Prevention & Resolution
Moderators:
- Victoria Pochtar, International Lawyer, Chair of the International Law Committee
- Farah El Barnachawy, PhD candidate in Public International Law, Panthéone-Sorbonne, Paris
Event Link: https://services.nycbar.org/EventDetail?EventKey=ILC091124 [2]
Program Fee:
Free for Members and Co-Sponsoring Organizations
Non-Members $15
Sponsoring Committee:
International Law [3], Victoria Pochtar, Chair
Co-Sponsoring Committees:
Women in the Legal Profession [4], Linda Rosenthal, Chair
European Affairs [5], Rafael Carmona & Katherine Gonzalez, Co-Chairs
UN Committee [6], Sophia Murashkovsky & Ervin Nina, Co-Chairs
Council on International Affairs [7], Margaret E. McGuinness, Chair
Rule of Law Task Force [8], Marcy Kahn, Chair
Co-Sponsoring Organizations
CPR International Institute for Conflict Prevention & Resolution
ASIL New York Chapter
Permanent Mission of Canada to the United Nations
Permanent Mission of Slovakia to the United Nations
Permanent Mission of Latvia to the United Nations
U.S. Mission to the United Nations