“This initiative is a reflection of the ever-growing attention which needs to be given to empowering young women and girls, especially from developing countries to reach their full potential wherever they may find themselves in the world.”

I, Yvette Stevens, support the GGC Panel Parity Pledge.

As the Permanent Representative of the Mission of Sierra Leone to the United Nations in Geneva, I commit to also undertake the following:

• Advocate for and mobilize resources to ensure young, bright, and innovative women – who are economically and socially disadvantaged – have a voice and contribute to our multilateral work here in Geneva.
• Organize, with my fellow women Ambassadors, an initiative to develop and promote confidence among young women diplomats and delegates to Geneva.