• International Conference on Gender Equality (ICGE)

    Empowering Voices. Shaping futures

    From policy shaping to grassroots action, the International Conference on Gender Equality (ICGE) is your platform to connect, learn, and lead change. Together, we can make equality a lived reality.

  • Shaping the Future of Gender Equality

    A global stage for advocacy, innovation, and lasting impact.

    ICGE brings together stakeholders from government, academia, business, and civil society to share insights, build partnerships, and create practical solutions for achieving Sustainable Development Goal 5.

About ICGE

Shaping a World Where Equality is Reality

The International Conference on Gender Equality (ICGE), hosted by I Believe Global in collaboration with partners worldwide, is a premier platform for knowledge exchange, advocacy, and actionable solutions.
Our mission is simple yet powerful to spark change, break barriers, and empower women and girls to lead, thrive, and contribute meaningfully in every sphere of society.

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what made icge stand out

Bridges global and local perspectives by amplifying diverse voices from different cultures, sectors, and lived experiences.

Hear from high-impact leaders and gender advocates across the globe.

Drives actionable outcomes—moving beyond dialogue to produce concrete recommendations, partnerships, and follow-up initiatives.

Issues a clear Call to Action after every annual conference, ensuring that discussions translate into measurable steps and sustained change.

Elevates cultural exchange, integrating art, music, and storytelling to deepen engagement and understanding.

Empowers knowledge-sharing, enabling researchers, academics, practitioners, advocates and organizations to present their research, projects, or lived experiences; receive constructive peer feedback; and explore opportunities for publication in reputable journals.

Fosters cross-sector collaboration, connecting governments, civil society, academia, and business leaders for collective impact.

Conference Topics

Driving Change Through Focused Dialogue

At ICGE, our sessions are designed to tackle the most pressing issues standing in the way of gender equality. Each topic is approached with research-based insights, real-world experiences, and actionable solutions.

Key Focus Areas

Gender-Inclusive Governance

Exploring policies and leadership models that ensure women are represented and included in decision-making at all levels.

Economic Empowerment of Women

Breaking barriers to access, resources, and opportunities, enabling women to thrive as entrepreneurs, professionals, and innovators.

Education for Women and Girls

Promoting access to quality education and skills training that unlock lifelong opportunities and independence.

Combating Gender-Based Violence

Addressing prevention strategies, survivor support, and policy reforms to create safer communities for women and girls.

Women in Leadership & Mentorship

Encouraging women to lead with confidence while building strong mentorship networks for the next generation.

Health and Well-being

Prioritizing women’s health, mental wellness, and access to healthcare as essential pillars of equality.

  • Gender Mainstreaming in Development
  • Youth and Gender Equality
  • Women and STEM/TVET
  • Affirmative Action Policies and Emerging Issues
  • Gender-based Violence issues
  • Storytelling as a tool for navigating complex gender equality issues.
  • Fourth/Fifth Industrial Revolution and Women’s Issues
  • Motherhood and Work Balance
  • SDGs and women’s issues
  • Women in Law
  • Women’s Health and Well-being
  • Harnessing Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Women’s Economic Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, and Labor Rights
  • Women in leadership
  • Post-Beijing Declaration emerging issues
  • Multisectoral collaboration for gender equity and sustainability: the role of communication and advocacy.
  • Research and Critical Approaches to Feminism
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Conference Chairs

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Prof. (Mrs.) Smile Dzisi

Deputy Director-General
Ghana Education Service

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Prof. Ebenezer Malcolm

Acting Pro Vice-Chancellor
Ghana Communication Technology University

Welcome to ICGE-25, the 3rd International Conference on Gender Equality. the conference brings together global experts, leaders, and advocates to advance SDG 5.

Hosted in Ghana, a nation committed to gender equity, ICGE-25 offers rich dialogue, collaboration, and innovation to drive real change. Your voice is vital. Come, ‘Let’s DRIVE CHANGE TOGETHER!!!’

 

Past Events

ICGE 2024 – From Vision to Reality

Theme: From Vision to Reality: Catalyzing Sustainable Gender Equality in Developing Economies.

The second International Conference on Gender Equality, ICGE 2024, was held from Tuesday 26th November to Wednesday 27th November 2024 at the Accra International Conference Centre, Osu, Accra.

Following the success of the maiden edition in November 2023 at the Cedi Conference Centre, University of Ghana, Legon, ICGE 2024 built on the momentum with an even greater vision for impact.

Hosted by I Believe Global Foundation, a non-profit organization headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, the conference gathered thought leaders, policymakers, civil society, academia, private sector, and the media for two days of transformative dialogue and collaboration.

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conference concept for icge 2025

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Your voice matters. Your presence counts

Theme: Charting the Next Frontier, to Advance Gender Equality in Developing Economies in Post 30 Years Beijing Declaration

The International Conference on Gender Equality (ICGE) returns in 2025, bringing together global leaders, policymakers, researchers, and advocates to drive sustainable change in the journey toward gender equality.

What you will gain from icge 2025

  • Gain insights from international experts and thought leaders.
  • Build connections with delegates from across the globe.
  • Participate in solution-driven discussions and workshops.
  • Contribute to shaping policies and strategies that matter.

📅 Registration Deadline: October 30, 2025

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conference speakers for icge 2025

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Hon Sarah Wescoat Williams

Speaker of Parliament Sint Maarten 

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Dr. (Mrs) Winnie Ifeoma Lai-Solarin

LSM, FNIAS, FASAN, FCASN, FIMC Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security
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Professor Francesca Chinyere Ukpokolo, Ph.D.

Head, Department of Archaeology and Anthropology,
University of Ibadan, Nigeria

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Dr Marcus Bussey

Senior Lecturer in History and Futures School of Law and Society University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia
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What People Are Saying About ICGE on 10times Review

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  • It was a nice and successful event we look forward to having same next time
    Muhammad Marafa Lecturer/Researcher at Waziri Umaru Federal Polytechnic Birnin kebbi Birnagar, India
  • This was a well coordinated conference with synchronized opportunities to increase the fund of knowledge for its delegates.
    Maurice Apprey Professor at University of Virginia Charlottesville, USA
  • It was wonderful, and I learned a lot
    Sakina Issifu Professor at University of Virginia Charlottesville, USA
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