The STUF United Fund highlighted the rising role of women in driving institutional change and Taiwan’s growing presence on the international stage at a forum in Taipei yesterday.
The event, titled “From New York to Geneva: Women’s Leadership × Global Health Action,” was organized by the non-profit to share insights gained from attending the 70th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW).
Representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Labor, and the Foundation for the Promotion and Development of Women's Rights were among the attendees at the event.
Photo courtesy of the STUF United Fund
Keynote speakers included Judge Chang Yu-Feng (張瑜鳳) of the Taipei High Administrative Court and Director Shih Ping-Hui (施秉慧) of Soroptimist International of the Republic of China. They discussed women’s leadership in institutional transformation, women’s empowerment, and the benefits of international collaboration through engagement with the CSW.
The forum also emphasized that cross-border collaboration is increasingly essential to tackle global challenges.
In addition, STUF announced plans to hold a side event at the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva, Switzerland, on May 19. The event, themed “Strengthening Universal Health Coverage in a Transforming World,” will feature two sessions: the first exploring the use of AI in advancing universal health coverage (UHC), and the second reviewing international UHC progress, including challenges and future prospects. The discussions will focus on how AI can support UHC in a rapidly changing global landscape.
STUF noted that, in the post-pandemic era, strengthening health systems and ensuring equitable healthcare access are critical issues. Through its participation in international forums such as CSW and WHA, the organization aims to connect Taiwan with global platforms and contribute to policy dialogue on gender equality and global health.
“We are committed to expanding international partnerships and amplifying Taiwan’s voice in global governance,” STUF said.
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