Join Us at Women Deliver 2026!

On April 27-30, advocates from across movements and generations will gather in Narrm (Melbourne), Australia for the Women Deliver Conference to strategize, reimagine, and shift power to advance gender equality.

ICRW is excited to be part of this global moment, contributing bold ideas, fresh evidence, and practical solutions to the conversations shaping what comes next for women, girls, and structurally excluded people. From our organizational transformation to economic justice, global accountability, and the future of care, our sessions are designed to inspire action that leads to lasting change.

While RSVP links are coming soon, please save the date and join us.

OUR FEATURED SESSIONS:

Launching the 2026 Gender Equality in Foreign Policy Index

Join ICRW for the launch of the 2026 Gender Equality in Foreign Policy Index—a critical tool to promote accountability and help advocates close the gap between commitments and action in global foreign policy. We’ll share key findings across seven priority areas and entry points to achieve transformative change.

Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Time: 12:00-13:30 AEST
Location: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre | Meeting Room 216, Level 2

Reimagining Power for Feminist Futures

As backlash grows and resources shrink, feminist organizations must evolve to stay effective and resilient. In this session, ICRW shares lessons from our transformation into a decentralized global network—exploring how shifting structures, redistributing power, and strengthening operations can accelerate progress for gender equity worldwide.

Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026
Time: 07:30-09:00 AEST
Location: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre | Meeting Room 207, Level 2

OUR DEEP DIVE EVENTS:

Developing a Strategic Roadmap for Economic Justice Across Global Policy Moments

Through lightning presentations and facilitated discussions, participants will map entry points, priorities, and align messaging and actions to achieve economic justice and rights. The session will explicitly focus on the “now what”: how advocates, movements, and institutions can coordinate strategies and sustain momentum beyond WD2026.

Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Time: 09:30 to 11:00 AEST
Location: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre | Meeting Room 216, Level 2
Co-organizers: International Center for Research on Women and Center for Global Development in conjunction with the Women Deliver Economic Justice and Rights Working Group

The Role of the Private Sector as Co-Responsible for Care

What does meaningful private-sector engagement in care look like? This session explores how employers, investors, unions, and policymakers can work together to build inclusive care systems that protect workers’ rights and meet community needs—while generating the evidence needed to shape effective policy and investment.

Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Time: 17:30 to 18:30 AEST
Location: Melbourne Multicultural Hub
Co-organizers: International Development Research Centre, International Center for Research on Women, and UNI Global Union

Future of Care: AI and Big Data in Care Systems

Care sector systems across the world are under growing pressure, and AI is increasingly presented as a solution to what is often described as a “care crisis.” This session examines both the promise and the risks of AI and data-driven management, and how advocates can push for ethical, responsible innovation that supports both caregivers and care recipients and improves care outcomes.

Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Time: 10:00 to 11:00 AEST
Location: Melbourne Multicultural Hub
Co-organizers: International Center for Research on Women and UNI Global Union

MORE WAYS TO ENGAGE:

ICRW experts will also contribute to sessions across the conference. Join us at:

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Title: Financing 101 – How to do Successful Public Finance Advocacy
Time: 07:30-09:00 AEST

Title: Reclaiming Power: Building a Feminist Economic Agenda for SRHR
Time: 16:00-17:30 AEST

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Title: Healthy Women, Thriving World: Why Investing in Women’s Health Drives Gender Equality and Economic Progress
Time: 14:00-15:30 AEST

Title: From Sevilla to Madrid: Advancing Feminist Financing for Gender Equality from FfD4 to the FFP Ministerial
Time: 15:30-16:30 AEST

Title: Economic Justice and Rights Plenary: Building Economies that Deliver – Care, Public Services, and Shared Prosperity
Time: 16:00-17:30 AEST

Check back soon for the full schedule and RSVP links. We look forward to connecting with you at Women Deliver 2026.