International Day of Women Judges 2026
Women Judges on the Bench and Beyond: Protecting Access to Justice
On March 10, 2026, we will celebrate the fifth annual International Day of Women Judges—a global moment to recognize progress in women’s representation across judiciaries while reaffirming the work still ahead to achieve genuine equality under the law.
This year’s theme highlights the leadership of women judges both on the bench and beyond—in their courts, institutions, and communities—working to strengthen public trust, uphold the rule of law, and expand access to justice for all, especially vulnerable and marginalized populations.
Featured Events (IDWJ & CSW70)
Explore our upcoming events celebrating the International Day of Women Judges 2026 and convenings on the margins of CSW70. Click each event to view details and registration.
Women Judges Beyond the Bench: Why, When, and How?
Mar 10, 2026 • 8:00 AM EST • Online
Held in observance of the International Day of Women Judges 2026, this webinar explores the vital role women judges play beyond the courtroom—as leaders, educators, and advocates advancing access to justice.
International Day of Women Judges Networking Reception
Mar 10, 2026 • 4:00 PM EST • New York City
Advancing women judges’ leadership beyond the courtroom to safeguard access to justice worldwide.
Location: Rockefeller Foundation – NYC Convening Lab (2nd Floor) | 420 5th Ave, New York, NY 10018
Women Judges Holding the Line: Strengthening Women’s Justice Leadership Through the Gender Justice Platform
Mar 12, 2026 • 9:00–10:30 AM EST • NYC & Online
Convened on the margins of CSW70, this side event will explore how the Gender Justice Platform supports women’s leadership in justice systems through institutional reform, regional judicial networks, and data-driven accountability.
Location: UNDP HQ (304 East 45th Street, Doha Room, FF Building, 11th Floor) & Online
Co-hosted by: UNDP, UN Women, IAWJ, and GQUAL
Women’s Equal Right to Participate in the Judiciary and Women’s Access to Justice: More Women, More Access
Mar 10, 2026 • 6:15–7:30 PM EST • New York
This roundtable will explore how increasing women’s participation in the judiciary strengthens access to justice, judicial legitimacy, and public trust.
Location: Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP (425 Lexington Ave, New York, NY)
Access to Justice for Women and Girls: Strategies, Pathways and Good Practice
Mar 16, 2026 • 3:00–4:15 PM EST • New York
This CSW70 side event will examine barriers women and girls face in accessing justice and highlight strategies and investments needed to strengthen justice systems and advance gender equality.
Location: Conference Room 11, United Nations Headquarters, New York & UN Web TV Live Stream
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- Expand access to our programming on inclusion and equality in local languages
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