Spotlight Initiative 57d ago

A powerful message from Sandra Kwon (Jeenie Weenie) at “Women Breaking Barriers.” Speaking as an Asian Canadian woman, Sandra challenged the pressure to stay silent and invisible—and reminded us that taking up space is an act of courage. From women in Palestine, the Congo, Sudan, Iran, Afghanistan, Ukraine and Haiti, to the next generation of girls, her message was clear: dignity is non-negotiable, and safety should never be a luxury. To men and boys—allyship means speaking up, calling out harmful behaviours, and using your influence to challenge the norms that diminish women and girls. To every girl—your voice matters. Stay bold and live your truth. At Women Breaking Barriers, voices like hers are shaping a future where barriers no longer define women’s stories. Hosted by Spotlight Initiative, Rise, the Permanent Mission of Sweden to the United Nations in New York, the Permanent Mission of Uruguay to the United Nations, and the Permanent Mission of Viet Nam to the United Nations. #EVAWG #WithHer #WomenBreakingBarriers