The Pacific region has some of the highest rates of violence against women recorded in the world. Our projects support the elimination of violence against women and girls.

UN Women encourages governments and businesses to achieve a quota of women in parliaments and the workforce, and in key management and decision-making positions.

Investing in women’s economic empowerment sets a direct path towards gender equality,
poverty eradication and inclusive economic growth.

UN Women is committed to ensuring equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of humanitarian action.