Vital Voices Live with Ambassador Melanne Verveer, Ambassador Geeta Rao Gupta and Gary Barker

About this episode

The episode features a discussion on the state of global gender equality with insights from key figures in the field.

After one of the toughest years on record for global gender equality, Vital Voices Live brings together Amb. Melanne Verveer, Amb. Gita Rao Gupta, and Gary Barker to reflect on what happened—and what comes next. The conversation explores global trends, hard-won lessons, and signs of hope emerging around the world. Gary Barker shares insights from his work engaging men and boys as allies, highlighting the power of solidarity in driving change. A candid, hopeful look at the road ahead for gender equality.

People in this episode

Guests: Ambassador Melanne Verveer, Ambassador Geeta Rao Gupta, Gary Barker

Topics covered

• gender equality
• global trends
• solidarity
• men as allies
• hope
• change

Keywords

• gender equality
• Ambassador Melanne Verveer
• Ambassador Geeta Rao Gupta
• Gary Barker
• solidarity
• global trends
• hope

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Vital Voices Global Partnership