International Women's Day Archivi | U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Italy

International Women’s Day: Gender Protection for Peace Support Operations

U.S. Embassy in Rome Chargé d’Affaires Kelly Degnan opened CoESPU’s 5th gender protection course and underscored the importance of training on women’s rights, gender equality, and combating violence against women in order to achieve our shared goal of peace and security. The initiative is a reflection of our determination to renew our commitment to human ...

By U.S. Mission Italy | 8 March, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission | Tags: DCM Degnan, International Women's Day

CG Countryman Encourages Women to #BeBoldForChange

“Things have become easier as I moved up in my career path, but not because my job is easier. Things have become easier also because men have changed their mindsets, and are now very supportive of women in the workplace.” Consul General Countryman spoke at an International Women’s Day event hosted by the Allied Joint ...

By U.S. Consulate General Naples | 8 March, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Consulate General Naples | Tags: International Women's Day, Naples