Celebration of the Fourth International Day of Women Judges in Geneva

The Supreme Judicial Council celebrated the fourth International Day of Women Judges in Geneva, alongside the 58th session of the Human Rights Council. Led by Dr. Hessa Al Sulaiti, the event included various organizations and highlighted Qatar’s commitment to gender equality in the judiciary, established during the 75th UN General Assembly.

The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) recently celebrated the fourth International Day of Women Judges in Geneva, collaborating with the Permanent Delegation of Qatar to the United Nations Human Rights Council. This event was held alongside the 58th session of the Human Rights Council, highlighting global recognition of women’s roles in the judiciary.

The SJC delegation was headed by Dr. Hessa Al Sulaiti, Senior Judge at the Court of Appeal. Other attendees included Fatima Al Mal, First Deputy President of the Court of First Instance, Judge Aisha Al Emadi, and several directors from the Council’s administrative units, reinforcing the significance of the occasion.

The celebration saw participation from various national and international organizations, including the National Human Rights Committee, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), and the International Association of Women Judges based in Washington, D.C. This collaborative effort emphasizes the global commitment to women’s rights in the judicial sphere.

The International Day of Women Judges was established during the 75th United Nations General Assembly, following an initiative from Qatar. This acknowledgment reflects Qatar’s ongoing efforts to promote gender equality in the judiciary and aligns with both sustainable development objectives and the Qatar National Vision 2030.

The Supreme Judicial Council’s event marking the fourth International Day of Women Judges demonstrates Qatar’s leadership in furthering gender equality within the judiciary. The participation of various esteemed organizations underscores a collective commitment to empowering women in judicial roles, reinforcing the importance of this celebration on a global stage.

Original Source: thepeninsulaqatar.com