UNF Backs Inclusia 2025: Launch of the Global Conference and Celebration of Women Leaders
The Union Nations Federation (UNF) is proud to lend its full support to the Inclusia 2025 International Conference, set for 5 September 2025 at the prestigious Palais du Luxembourg in Paris, as announced by Ms. Mariame Bérété, President of Challenge Tech International.
Under the theme “A Bridge to a Sustainable and Inclusive Future”, the conference will be followed by the International Gala of Responsible Innovation, recognizing the achievements of women leaders driving digital inclusion, artificial intelligence, and environmental sustainability.
Speaking at the launch event on 28 May 2025 in Abidjan, Mr. Kouadio stated:
“Through this conference, our goal is to amplify the voices of committed stakeholders, honor women pioneers in responsible innovation, and rally institutional, economic, and civic partners around tangible solutions aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals."
UNF President Christophe Giovannetti, present as a guest of honour at the press conference on 20 June 2025 in Versailles, reaffirmed the UNF’s shared values and commitment to Inclusia’s mission. He encourages all UNF members to register—particularly for the gala dinner—by emailing [email protected] and join this milestone event. The conference agenda will explore pressing issues such as digital equity, ethical AI, and environmental stewardship—three defining challenges of our era, crucial for safeguarding future generations.
Key participants include:
- Mariame Bérété, President of Challenge Tech International and UNF Civil Society Ambassador for Côte d’Ivoire,
- Marie-Noëlle Koyara, former Minister of National Defense (CAR),
- Samia Bendali, DG of Sofrecom–Orange Group,
- Danielle Girondin, Paris 16th arrondissement elected representative & President of Puissance des Femmes,
- Faiza Chaker, President of AIDES Afrique‐France & Global Ambassador for Peace,
- Adrienne Soundelé, President of Fondation Soundelé,
- Yessine Mhiri, leading International Mediator focused on emerging tech, all hosted by Nathalie Kesler‐Oh So Yun, Founder-President of NGO PANGEE.
With Inclusia 2025, the UNF renews its pledge to stand alongside trailblazers shaping a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable world.
