HQ Function

The Geneva headquarters serves as the coordinating body for the global YWCA movement, providing strategic direction, advocacy at international forums (like the UN), capacity building for national YWCAs, and resource mobilization.

Notable Features:

Proximity to the United Nations Office at Geneva and other major international NGOs, facilitating collaboration and advocacy efforts. The office itself is functional, designed to support global operations.

Work Culture:

A multicultural, mission-driven environment focused on feminist principles, collaboration, and global solidarity. Staff are dedicated to advancing women's rights and empowering young women leaders worldwide.

HQ Significance:

Its location in Geneva allows the World YWCA to directly engage with international policymaking bodies, influencing global agendas on women's rights, gender equality, and social justice.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters reflects values of global interconnectedness, advocacy, strategic leadership, and commitment to feminist principles in action.

Location:

The World YWCA supports its global network by providing technical assistance, fostering leadership development (especially for young women), facilitating inter-YWCA collaboration and learning, advocating for women's rights at international levels (e.g., UN commissions), mobilizing resources, and coordinating global campaigns on issues like gender-based violence, sexual and reproductive health and rights, and climate justice.

Street Address:

7bis, avenue de la Paix

City:

Geneva

State/Province:

Geneva

Country:

Switzerland