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\n\tSmriti Irani,<\/strong> Chairperson<\/strong> of the Alliance for Global Good Gender Equity and Equality<\/strong>, emerged as a transformative force, leading several key initiatives on Gender Equity and Equality agenda at Davos along the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2025<\/strong>, championing gender equity as a critical driver of global economic growth and social progress.<\/span><\/span>

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\n\tSmriti Irani, Chairperson of the Alliance for Global Good – Gender Equity and Equality, leads pivotal discussions at the 2025 World Economic Forum<\/span><\/span><\/strong>

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\n\tWith an agenda grounded in actionable solutions, Ms. Irani\u2019s leadership at the summit highlighted the moral imperative of gender parity and showcased its undeniable business case. Through a series of high-profile engagements with world leaders, industry titans, and media influencers, Ms. Irani advocated for embedding gender equity into global economic frameworks. Her narrative was clear and resonant: Gender equity is more than a societal aspiration; it is an economic necessity capable of unlocking trillions in global GDP.<\/span><\/span>

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\n\tIn a pivotal meeting with Singaporean President Tharman Shanmugaratnam<\/strong>, Ms. Irani discussed innovative policy frameworks, including gender-responsive trade agreements and integrating women entrepreneurs into global value chains. This dialogue laid the groundwork for collaborative solutions, leveraging Singapore\u2019s policy expertise and the Alliance\u2019s grassroots momentum.<\/span><\/span>

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\n\tAn impactful meeting with Bill Gates<\/strong> further reinforced the Alliance\u2019s mission to create systemic change. The duo explored collaborative approaches to dismantle barriers in healthcare, digital skilling, and leadership. Mr. Gates expressed strong support for the Alliance\u2019s data-driven strategy, emphasizing scalable solutions with measurable impact.<\/span><\/span>

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\n\tMs. Irani\u2019s meeting with B\u00f8rge Brende, President of WEF<\/strong>, marked a reflective moment, highlighting the Alliance\u2019s achievements since its inception in 2024. She emphasized milestones such as the Commonwealth Partnership for gender-inclusive programs and the SAWIE (South Asian Women in Energy) initiative<\/strong>, a collaborative effort to amplify women\u2019s leadership in the energy sector.<\/span><\/span>

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\n\tMs. Smriti Irani\u2019s leadership shone brightly during WEF sessions that seamlessly combined data-driven insights with human stories of resilience. The session \u201cWomen at the Fulcrum of Global Economies,<\/strong>\u201d moderated by Ms. Smriti Irani<\/strong> and co-hosted by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation<\/strong> highlighted women\u2019s control of 50% of global wealth by 2030 and the importance of tapping their potential by integrating women into the workforce, with data suggesting it could contribute an additional $1.6\u2013$2.3 trillion to global GDP.<\/span><\/span>

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\n\tAt the Alliance\u2019s flagship \u201cWe-Lead Lounge,<\/strong>\u201d Ms. Smriti Irani convened global stakeholders to address critical gaps in leadership and representation across technology, healthcare, and sustainability. The discussions, ranging from the future of work to women\u2019s role in climate action, yielded commitments to skilling initiatives and gender-inclusive policies.<\/span><\/span>

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\n\tA hallmark of Ms. Irani\u2019s strategy was her focus on measurable impact. Collaborations with corporate leaders like Naspers CEO Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa<\/strong> and Salesforce SVP Naomi Morenzoni<\/strong> emphasized equipping women with digital skills to lead in emerging sectors such as technology and e-commerce. These discussions laid the foundation for long-term initiatives aimed at integrating women into the digital economy.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n


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\n\tMs. Smriti Irani also prioritized healthcare advancements, partnering with organizations like GAVI and the Coalition for Health Innovation and Collaboration (CHIC) to expand access for underserved women globally.<\/span><\/span>

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\n\tRecognizing the power of media in driving systemic change, Ms. Irani collaborated with TIME Magazine\u2019s Viktoria Degtar<\/strong> and others to amplify women\u2019s leadership stories. These efforts aimed to ensure that women\u2019s contributions resonate globally, shifting narratives and creating inclusive platforms for recognition. At Davos 2025, Smriti Irani demonstrated a results-oriented approach to fostering sustainable, inclusive growth. Her leadership cemented the Alliance\u2019s position as a global catalyst for gender equity, setting a pragmatic, scalable model for economic and social transformation.<\/span><\/span>

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\n\tAbout Alliance for Global Good – Gender Equity and Equality <\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n


\n\tThe Alliance for Global Good – Gender Equity and Equality<\/strong> is a landmark initiative launched by India at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2024 in Davos, Switzerland, reflecting Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi\u2019s vision of \u201cWomen-led Development.\u201d Supported by WEF, CII, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and over 10,000 industry partners including Tata, Bayer, Uber, and Mastercard, the Alliance aims to foster global collaboration on women\u2019s health, education, and enterprise. Anchored by the CII Centre for Women Leadership, it builds on commitments from the G20 Leaders\u2019 Declaration and aligns with India\u2019s ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam \u2013 \u201cOne Earth, One Family, One Future.\u201d With WEF as a network partner and Invest India as an institutional partner, the Alliance is set to drive impactful change through best practices, investments, and knowledge sharing, furthering inclusive growth and bridging gender gaps globally.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n


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\n\tAbout Smriti Irani<\/strong>

\n\tSmriti Zubin Irani is a seasoned politician and social activist with over two decades of experience in public service. A three-time Member of Parliament, she gained national prominence by creating history in 2019, defeating the then-Congress President in Amethi, a constituency previously seen as a Congress stronghold. She has served in the Union Cabinet under Prime Minister Narendra Modi in key portfolios, including Women & Child Development, Minority Affairs (as the first non-Muslim Minister), Human Resource Development, Information & Broadcasting, and Textiles. Known for her dedication to policy reform and inclusivity, she was India\u2019s youngest Cabinet Minister in Modi 1.0 and 2.0 and the first woman to lead the HRD and Textiles Ministries. She has represented India in global forums, including the Inter-Parliamentary Union, and was named a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum in 2015. Smriti Irani\u2019s activism extends to gender equity, disability inclusion, and women\u2019s empowerment.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n