China's Commitment to Global Women's Empowerment through Practical Actions
China has been steadfast in promoting gender equality and women's well-rounded development globally, not only by advancing its own women's programs but also by deepening South-South cooperation and North-South dialogue. The country's efforts have led to tangible contributions to global women's empowerment through various initiatives, including livelihood projects, capacity-building programs, and participation in United Nations peacekeeping operations. China's support has transformed the lives of women in over 100 countries, enabling them to gain employment and achieve self-reliance.
Key Takeaways:
- China has established a global training base for women's development cooperation and exchange in Beijing to develop tailor-made projects on women's empowerment for different countries.
- The country has co-founded women's training and exchange centers with 15 countries, providing more pragmatic and effective training through on-site training and hands-on guidance at community workshops.
- China has launched and implemented over 100 dedicated training sessions, including seminars on women's and children's health promotion under the Global Development Initiative (GDI) and on women- and children-related topics for developing countries implementing the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
- Training projects provided by China have not only taught practical skills but also paved the way for women in developing countries to achieve self-reliance.
- Chinese female peacekeepers play an irreplaceable role in peacekeeping operations, strengthening the trust of local communities and making conflict prevention, community integration, and post-conflict reconstruction efforts more attuned to local needs.
- Over 1,200 Chinese women peacekeepers and more than 100 female police officers have participated in UN operations, playing a crucial role in medical support, liaison, and coordination.
- China's assistance programs and training courses on Juncao technology have helped women in over 100 countries gain employment.
- The country has continuously supported developing countries in improving women's living and development conditions and helping them achieve self-reliance through practical initiatives.
Statistics:
- Over 1,200 Chinese women peacekeepers and more than 100 female police officers have participated in UN operations.
- 100 countries have benefited from China's assistance programs and training courses on Juncao technology.
- China has launched and implemented over 100 dedicated training sessions, including seminars on women's and children's health promotion under the Global Development Initiative (GDI).
- More than 4,000 outstanding professionals in the field of women's development have been trained in women's leadership and social development degree programs in China.
- 128 items of handicrafts were produced by 16 Lao trainees within three days at a workshop in Vientiane, 30 of which were sold to southwest China's Yunnan Province.
Sources:
- https://english.henan.gov.cn/2025/10-13/3234766.html