WEPs Implementation

Principle 1: High-Level Corporate Leadership

This video explains how CEO’s and the executive team can define the goals and targets for implementing the WEPs; and make the Principles part of the corporate sustainability strategy, day-to-day operations and organizational culture.

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Film Screening with Women Entrepreneurs and Film Producers

On 18 November, Mastercard and WEPs team at UN Women organized an exclusive, virtual documentary film screening and panel discussion showcasing the perseverance and passion of female entrepreneurs and to celebrate their stories and impact.

Creating Fair and Equal Workplaces

On 14 December 2020, the UN Women and the UN Global Compact in Denmark co-hosted the "Creating Fair and Equal Workplaces" event with participation of Nordic companies. 

WEPs Action Card - Tackling Sexual Harassment in the World of Work

This Action Card gives a snapshot at the recommendations for tackling sexual harassment in the workplace and achieving gender equality. 

The Power of Partnerships for Achieving Gender Equality

“ … Governments, the international community and civil society, including non-governmental organizations and the private sector, are called upon to take strategic action in the [12] critical areas of concern.” – Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.

The Power of Working Together: Emerging Practices that Advance Women's Economic Empowerment

This booklet is inspired by the promising practices arising from the WE EMPOWER-G7 Programme between 2018 and 2020. Its purpose is to share the ways in which G7 and EU governments and companies are working together to promote gender equality in the workplace, marketplace and community.

WEPs Handbook for Japanese Companies

The WEPs Handbook for Japanese Companies, developed jointly by the WE EMPOWER Japan Programme and the Global Compact Network Japan, provides step by step guidance for the Japanese business sector on how to implement the Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs).

Gender-Responsive Procurement: A Transformative Strategy for Creating Better Systems for Women’s Entrepreneurship

On 1 December 2020, UN Women hosted the Gender-Responsive Procurement: A Transformative Strategy for Creating Better Systems for Women’s Entrepreneurship 

#WeLearn: Enhance Your Skills to Pivot Your Career

On 12 November 2020, the WE EMPOWER - G7 Programme hosted "Enhance Your Skills to Pivot Your Career"  learning session. This event is a collaboration between WE EMPOWER - G7 Programme and WomenWill Programme, a Grow with Google initiative.

WEPs Introduction for Companies in the Asia-Pacific

This introductory brochure for companies in the Asia-Pacific provides information about the Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs) and UN Women's services to help private companies implement them, including through training and learning programs, technical assistance and innovative new initiatives