The International Council of Women is the first truly global women’s NGO which was founded in 1888 for the advancement of women all over the world.
For the past 130 years, the International Council of Women has remained an active pioneer in promoting international women’s rights. ICW was there when the United Nations was formed to make sure the United Nations Charter included women’s equal rights and the Commission on the Status of Women be established. It was there when the International Women’s Year was proclaimed in 1975.
It has been there through the United Nations Decade for Women and Beijing +20. It will continue to be there, representing women’s voice and promoting and protecting international human rights of women to make the world a safer and happier place for women.
To unite National Councils of Women’s non-governmental organisations from all parts of the world for action to improve the status of women and the well-being of society.
President of ICW
The International Council of Women – ICW-CIF, an NGO in consultative status with United Nations Economic and Social Council – ECOSOC – has been committed to advancing women’s equal rights
National Council of Women of Australia ICW Advisor Nomination Form Instructions for Submission: Submit the completed form with all required attachments to NCWA for board approval. Once approved by NCWA,
Application Form for Attendance at the ICW General Assembly 2025 The International Council of Women (ICW-CIF) will hold the General Assembly 2025 from 23 to 29 June 2025 in Marrakesh,
ICW-CIF 2025 ICW-CIF is thrilled to announce the General Assembly 2025 will be 23 to 29 June 2025 in Marrakesh, Morocco. The General Assembly of the International Council of Women
The following declaration was made by the members of the International Council of Women, at the 6-9 November 2023, participating in the ICW-CIF Executive Committee Meeting.
ICW-CIF stands up for all women and girls struggling to access and preserve their fundamental rights to education, economic independence and self-determination and joins with other national and international organizations
National Council of Women of Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. NCWA pays its respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders both past, present and emerging.
