Picture it: five women capture what gender equality means to them.

In 1995, in China, 189 governments adopted the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, a roadmap for global gender equality, the empowerment of women and the human rights of women and girls.

Ahead of the 20th anniversary of the Beijing Platform for Action, UN Women launched a global campaign titled "Empowering Women, Empowering Humanity: Picture It."

We have invited five women to respond to this year’s theme for International Women’s day: "Planet 50-50 by 2030: Step It Up for Gender Equality." They have each selected one image that highlights what gender equality means for them. What are the key drivers? How do leadership, working life and respectful relationships factor into achieving equality?

Join us to hear what five women think and be part of a facilitated discussion and Q&A on how we might achieve gender equality.

Maribyrnong City Council's Gender Equity Ambassador, Cr Sarah Carter, and Victoria University's Deputy Vice-Chancellor & Provost, Professor Kerri-Lee Krause will introduce this important conversation.

Panel facilitator: Tasneem Chopra

Tasneem is a curator, consultant, author and prominent activist. Tasneem Chopra’s passion for addressing social justice issues has embraced many platforms.