Trust Women Conference

Introduction

 

Trust Women is more than just a Conference. It is an influential international gathering with one main goal: action.
Unlike many other events focused on women’s rights, Trust Women forges strategic commitments to empower women to know and defend their rights.
Drawing on the global reach and reputation of the Thomson Reuters Foundation and the International Herald Tribune, Trust Women drives innovation and strategic partnerships by connecting those working to promote women’s rights with the legal expertise and the financial, technological and educational resources they need to achieve results.

In 2012 the first Trust Women Conference gathered over 350 delegates from all over the world to tackle issues such as human trafficking, slavery, child and forced marriage, FGM (female genital mutilation) and understand better the impact of the Arab Spring on women. Two Nobel laureates, Aung San Suu Kyi and Shirin Ebadi, opened the two-day event. Speakers included Queen Noor of Jordan, Oscar winning Sharmeen Obaid from Pakistan, and Sima Samar from Afghanistan.
Remaining true to our motto – ‘taking action’ – this year we will review our previous commitments on key issues: Slavery and Human Trafficking, the Arab Spring and its impact on women and Violence Against Women. We will also  broaden the debate with a focus on women’s Access to Healthcare.

 

Why come to the conference?

INSPIRATION – Learn how pioneers and innovators in the fight against gender violence are shaking things up with real-world solutions.The conference will showcase unsung heroes, stories and solutions from the ground. High-profile speakers and participants will come from all over the world to address issues that affect millions.
PARTICIPATION – Join the debate and call for action from top activists, government representatives, journalists and lawyers leading in women’s rights. Through social media and a highly interactive format, Trust Women will harness the creative energy and expertise of attendees – some of the best minds in finance, law, philanthropy, government, business and non-profits – allowing them to engage with the panelists, give feedback, ask questions, answer polls and offer assistance in real time.
ACTION AND COMMITMENTS – Meet experts and high-profile speakers with a real international impact. The main goal of the conference is to

drive innovative solutions and strategic partnerships through ‘’action groups’’ that address issues which disenfranchise women and limit their potential. Leading lawyers will join most of the discussions, bringing their expertise and practical advice to bear on women’s rights. At Trust Women, you can make commitments to be part of the solution.
NETWORKING – Make the contacts you need. As well as the conference agenda sessions, Trust Women includes numerous opportunities for intimate networking at the highest level. Attending the event will provide you with the opportunity to meet up with influential leaders in an environment driven by action.
AWARD WINNING – The Trust Women Conference won two Communicator Awards. The Trust Women delegate book received the 2013 Gold Award of Excellence and this website was awarded the 2013 Silver Award of Distinction. The Communicator