CSW64 / Beijing+25 (2020) Advisory

The following information has been posted on the UN Women website

In light of the current outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), the UN Secretary-General has suggested to the Chair of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) that Member States consider amending the format and conduct of the session. Options could include holding a scaled-down, shortened session with the participation of New York-based delegations only, or postponing the session to a later date.

Member States will meet on Monday 2 March to discuss the matter and take a final decision.

Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

Letter from Chair of the Commission on the Status of Women