Arab stock exchanges ‘ring the bell’ for gender equality

[Press release]

Twelve stock exchanges from across the Arab States region will host a bell ringing ceremony in celebration of International Women’s Day 2022 (IWD 2022), under the theme “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow,” which aims to highlight the contribution of women and girls around the world, who are leading the charge on climate change adaptation, mitigation, and response, to build a more sustainable future for all.

Please see the full list* of “Ring the Bell” events in the Arab States:

*Some dates are yet to be confirmed.

Hosted for the eighth consecutive year, Ring the Bell for Gender Equality is a partnership between UN Women, UN Global Compact, Sustainable Stock Exchanges Initiative, International Finance Corporation (IFC), and World Federation of Exchanges.

The events will bring together businesses working for gender equality and will promote the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) as a means towards increased women’s participation in economy and its importance for inclusive and green growth. The WEPs is a set of seven principles offering practical guidance to businesses on how to empower women in the workplace, marketplace and community. As part of the events, participant businesses are encouraged to sign the WEPs and make commitments to improve gender equality in their workplaces and markets.

See the full list of global “Ring the Bell” events here.