ICGE 2025
3rd International Conference on Gender Equality
- Accra, Ghana
- November 20–22, 2025
A Global Call to Action
30 years after the Beijing Declaration, the world stands at a defining crossroads for gender equity. In many places, the groundwork has been laid — but in developing economies, the path forward calls for renewed commitment and action.
The 3rd ICGE serves as a strategic regional response to the 69th Session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) in 2025, and to the 30+ year legacy of the Beijing Declaration, to renew global call to action and uniting regional voices to advance inclusive gender equality and bold advocacy for systemic change.
ICGE 2025 is more than a conference.
It’s a rallying point for leaders, thinkers, and doers to forge new frontiers of inclusion — through policy, practice, and collective power.
This November, join a global community in Accra, Ghana, and let’s shape the next era of gender equality — together.
This Year’s Theme
Charting the Next Frontier, to Advance Gender Equality in Developing Economies in Post 30 Years Beijing Declaration
What will it take to make equality real where systems still resist it?
Let’s answer that together — with solutions, stories, and solidarity.
Conference tracks or subthemes
| Gender Mainstreaming in Development | Fourth/Fifth Industrial Revolution and Women’s Issues | Women’s Economic Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, and Labor Rights |
| Youth and Gender Equality | Motherhood and Work Balance | Women in leadership |
| Women and STEM/TVET | SDGs and women’s issues | Post-Beijing Declaration emerging issues |
| Affirmative Action Policies and Emerging Issues | Women in Law | Multisectoral collaboration for gender equity and sustainability: the role of communication and advocacy. |
| Gender-based Violence issues | Women’s Health and Well-being. | Research and Critical Approaches to Feminism. |
| Storytelling as a tool for navigating complex gender equality issues. | Harnessing Stakeholder Collaboration | |
Why You Should Be There
Hear from high-impact leaders and gender advocates across the globe
Present your research, project, or lived experience, receive peer feedback, and get published in top journals.
Collaborate with organizations, mentors, and funders
Gain insight on what works — and what’s next
Receive a globally recognized certificate of participation
Experience the vibrant heart of West Africa in Accra
Connect with academics shaping gender equality studies.
Join a community of changemakers and build skills to drive impact.
Network with professionals from NGOs, businesses, and research institutions
Who's Invited?
Whether you’re driving change in a policy room, classroom, boardroom, or community — ICGE 2025 is built for you:
- Ministers, Diplomats & Policymakers
- Civil Society & NGO Leaders
- Academics, Researchers & Think Tanks
- Students & Youth Activists
- Corporate DEI Professionals
- Media & Cultural Workers
Registration & Fees
Author (Free)
Present your paper/poster, all sessions, workshops, certificate, materials & meals.
Delegate (Free)
Full access to conference, keynotes, workshops, networking, certificate & meals.
Student (Free)
Free entry for students with ID. Includes all benefits.
Virtual participation ($40)
You can also gain access to the event virtually and still enjoy every benefit as though you are there physically.
Registration Deadline: October 30, 2025
conference speakers for icge 2025
Hon Sarah Wescoat Williams
Speaker of Parliament Sint Maarten
Dr. (Mrs) Winnie Ifeoma Lai-Solarin
Professor Francesca Chinyere Ukpokolo, Ph.D.
Head, Department of Archaeology and Anthropology,
University of Ibadan, Nigeria
Dr Marcus Bussey
The Venue
School of public health, College of Health Sciences. University of Ghana.
Accra, Ghana 🇬🇭
A globally respected hub for diplomacy, innovation, and policy — the perfect home for a conversation as critical as this.
SOME OF OUR STRATEGIC PARTNERS
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection – Ghana; Ghana Communication Technology University; Accra Technical University; Center for Health and Sustainability – Uppsala University; INET-md – University of Portugal; Aletheia University, Nigeria; CICA International University, Center for Transformative Advancement of development for Africa and other strategic partners
Conference Chairs
Prof. (Mrs.) Smile Dzisi
Deputy Director-General
Ghana Education Service
Prof. Ebenezer Malcolm
Acting Pro Vice-Chancellor
Ghana Communication Technology University
Conference Chairs
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!!!’
What to Expect
- Dynamic Keynotes
- Strategy-Focused Workshops
- Poster & Research Presentations
- Cross-Continental Networking
- Post-Event Reports & Publications
- Cultural Highlights & Community Building
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a virtual option?
Will I get an invitation letter for visa?
Yes, once registered, you can request a formal invitation letter for visa processing.
Do you offer institutional or group rates?
Yes — please contact the organizing team directly.
conference concept for icge 2025
To learn more about the conference, download the conference concept 2025.