How Women Shaped the United Nations

The video discusses the pressure points of social change, focusing on gender parity at the United Nations. It highlights the Her Story exhibition, which aims to promote women's representation in the UN by showcasing their historical contributions. Maria Emma Mejia, Colombia's ambassador to the UN, shares insights on the initiative and the election of Antonio Guterres as Secretary General. Despite geopolitical tensions, there is a strong commitment to advancing gender parity, with support from countries like Germany, Qatar, and the UAE. The video emphasizes the need for continued efforts to achieve gender equality in leadership roles.

What is the primary aim of the 'Her Story' exhibition launched by the United Nations?

• To celebrate the election of the new UN Secretary General

• To showcase the history of the United Nations

• To promote gender parity in the UN by highlighting women's contributions

• To address geopolitical tensions

In what year did women first play a significant role in the formation of the United Nations?

• 1975

• 1960

• 1945

• 1950

What is one of the key commitments of Antonio Guterres as the new UN Secretary General?

• To increase the number of women in leadership positions

• To eliminate all geopolitical tensions

• To reduce the number of UN member states

• To focus solely on economic development

Which country is mentioned as having a female leader who is significant in the geopolitical landscape?

• Germany

• China

• United States

• Russia

Which surprising group of countries showed support for the gender parity initiative?

• South American countries

• Nordic countries

• Eastern European countries

• Gulf states