About Us

The United States National Committee for UNIFEM, Chicago Chapter, was founded in November 2006 with the goal of becoming involved in critical UNIFEM projects worldwide like establishing women's centers in Afghanistan and ensuring women's participation in negotiations on the Darfur conflict.

Committed to raising awareness and funds through Chicago-based events and partnerships with local businesses, the Chicago Chapter actively supports UNIFEM's mission to

• Reduce feminized poverty
• End violence against women
• Halt the spread of HIV/AIDS among women and girls
• Achieve gender equality in democratic governance

There are many ways to help. Join us for one of our general meetings or upcoming events. Or e-mail chicago@unifem-usnc.org to find out more information.

And if you decide to become a UNIFEM/USNC member, you will be making both a contribution and a connection to women around the world, supporting crucial programs in countries where women's voices are silenced.