NGO CSW In-Person Parallel Event : Strengthening Justice: Women and Girls in Health, Law, and Media. Friday, March 13, 2026 8:30 A.M- 10:00 A.M. (EST) CCUN 10th Floor

Description

Description This session examines the critical role of health systems, legal frameworks, and media representation in advancing equity and justice for women and girls. We discuss challenges, including disparities in healthcare access, legal barriers, and harmful societal norms perpetuated through media. The session highlights key strategies and interventions across these three sectors designed to promote empowerment, ensure rights protection, and foster environments where women and girls can thrive. 

Speakers: 

Carmela M. Roybal, Ph.D., MBGPH, MA: Global leader in women’s and Indigenous health, advancing gender-responsive, Indigenous-led research & policy. As a global health strategist she champions health as a human right, driving transformative systems that advance justice, equity, dignity, & wellbeing worldwide 

Stella Roth, MPH: Senior Data Manager of Justice and Opportunity at United Way NYC, presenting on violence prevention and the legal system through a gendered lens 

Dr. Susan Murray:Advisor, coach, and professor championing equity for women and girls through leadership development, entrepreneurship, and governance globally.