The Regional Policy Dialogue on Good Governance and Women Leadership in Southeast Europe will convene prominent women leaders, respectable associations and networks, and representatives from public and private sector, civil society organisations and media. This event is designed to promote dialogue on gender equality and effective good governance practices, while also serving as a premier networking platform. By bringing together key stakeholders, the forum will enable the exchange of ideas and experiences, establishing a foundation for future collaborations and initiatives that advance gender-responsive governance throughout the SEE.

The primary objective of this inclusive event is to foster collaboration, cultivating partnerships that advocate for gender-responsive governance and propel future regional initiatives.

Expected outcomes

• Strengthened Networks and Public-Private Partnerships: Enhanced collaboration among women leaders, associations, and public institutions, fostering partnerships that can drive future regional initiatives on gender equality and governance.
• Actionable Policy Recommendations: Endorsement of concrete, gender-responsive policy recommendations, with a special focus on gender and corruption, that can be implemented at national and regional level to improve governance practices.
• Increased Awareness and Advocacy: Greater awareness of the importance of gender balance in leadership and decision-making, leading to increased advocacy efforts and commitment from public institutions and other stakeholders in the region.

Participants

 The Regional Policy Dialogue on Good Governance and Women Leadership in Southeast Europe (SEE) will convene a diverse assembly of participants, including women leaders and their associations, representatives from international and public institutions, private sector, civil society, and media.