International Women’s Day 2026 | Rights, Justice and Action | UPF UK

Universal Peace Federation (UPF) UK marked International Women’s Day 2026 with a special programme centred on the United Nations theme: “Rights, Justice and Action.” This inspiring event brought together ambassadors for peace, guest speakers, and community voices to reflect on women’s dignity, leadership, justice, peacebuilding, and the urgent need for practical action in support of women and girls around the world. For more details on the event see: https://uk.upf.org/international-wome... Speakers and contributors addressed: women’s rights and gender justice leadership and empowerment family, partnership, and peacebuilding the global struggle against inequality and violence the importance of moving from words to action The programme included contributions from former Ambassador Shukria Barakzai, Merita Avdyli, Teuta Avdyli, and others, alongside reflections connected to the UN Commission on the Status of Women. At Universal Peace Federation - UK, we believe that peace cannot be built while injustice toward women continues. Women are not only affected by change. They are central to leading it. To learn more about Universal Peace Federation UK, visit: https://uk.upf.org Subscribe for more events, dialogues, and peacebuilding content from UPF UK. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2026 #UPFUK #RightsJusticeAction #WomenForPeace #GenderJustice #WomenLeadership #Peacebuilding