International Colloquium on Women’s Empowerment, Leadership Development, International Peace & Security
Monrovia, Liberia (March 7 – 8, 2009) – The Colloquium convened distinguished women leaders in Monrovia, Liberia, for a historic two-day meeting to address women’s vital role in helping their countries prevent, end and recover from conflict. The Colloquium was co-convened by Council members President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf of Liberia and President Tarja Halonen of Finland.
As part the Colloquium, the Council convened a meeting of its members, current and former women heads of state and heads of government, hosted by President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.
Council Members Meeting 2009
Council Statement on Darfur
Council Meeting – Overview
Colloquium Website
Joint Article – International Women’s Day 2009
The Monrovia Declaration