The Power of the Collective:
No one stands alone in the movement for equal rights. To support you in your search for knowledge and action, we have gathered the key players in the field of empowerment and women’s rights for you. From international UN organizations to local Dutch initiatives: this overview forms the core of a global network building a future full of girl power and equality.
UN Women
The United Nations’ global authority for gender equality. They focus on eliminating discrimination, increasing economic autonomy, and stopping violence against women worldwide. UN Women advises governments on legislation and supports local women’s movements in over 100 countries to achieve structural change for girls and women.
WOMEN Inc.
An influential Amsterdam-based platform that increases societal opportunities for women in the Netherlands. Their focus is on closing the wage gap, improving media representation, and ensuring a fair distribution of care and work. Through campaigns and political lobbying, they put issues on the agenda that directly impact the daily lives of Dutch women.
Atria
The knowledge institute for emancipation and women’s history. Atria manages one of the largest archives in the world on the women’s movement and shares current data on gender equality. They are essential for policymakers and activists who want to substantiate their arguments with scientific research and historical context. An indispensable resource for facts about the status of women.
FEM-START
An Amsterdam-based tech platform dedicated to closing the venture capital gap for female entrepreneurs. Only a fraction of growth capital worldwide goes to women; FEM-START is changing this through education, mentorship, and a powerful network. They provide female founders with the tools and connections needed to successfully scale their businesses and break through financial barriers. An essential hub for anyone striving for economic equality and female leadership in the business world.