Event: 3rd World Forum of the Metropolis Women International Network
24–27 September 2013 
Abidjan, Ivory Coast
This Forum is being organised by the Metropolis Women International Network’s antenna in Abidjan, with the participation of locally elected women representatives and opinion leaders from 42 cities, Metropolis members from all over the world.
The 3rd World Forum will provide an opportunity to discuss a highly topical issue, i.e. the perpetration of violence against women. A review will be conducted of the current state of play as regards women’s situation in armed conflicts as well as the outlook in post-conflict situations. Moreover, an assessment will be made of the national and international instruments and mechanisms for the protection of women’s rights. The issue of political governance for safer cities for women will also be addressed. Learn more.