Celebrating Cooperative Values at the G20 Social Summit in Brazil
We are proud to share that Dr. Nandini Azad, IRU Board Member and President of the Working Women’s Forum (WWF) and the Indian Cooperative Network for Women (ICNW), played a vital role in representing cooperatives at the G20 Social Summit on November 14, 2024, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The Summit, which focused on key global social challenges, brought together influential leaders, including Brazil’s First Lady Janja Lula da Silva and Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira, along with numerous cabinet ministers. Dr. Azad highlighted the transformative power of cooperatives in creating opportunities for women and advancing social equity. Her insights were a testament to the potential of cooperatives to address global challenges such as inequality and promote inclusive economic growth.
Dr. Azad’s contributions reflect the core principles of IRU and emphasize the global relevance of cooperatives in achieving sustainable development goals. As the President of WWF and ICNW, Dr. Azad has dedicated her career to fostering women’s empowerment through cooperative structures, demonstrating how these models can uplift marginalized communities.
The IRU extends its congratulations to Dr. Azad and her organizations for their invaluable contributions at the G20 platform. Her representation underscores the significance of cooperatives in global discourse and reinforces IRU’s commitment to promoting cooperative values worldwide.
For more information, you can watch Dr. Azad’s speech here: G20 Summit Video Link.
