The theme of WD2023 is Spaces, Solidarity, and Solutions. WD2023 will enable inclusive and co-created spaces that foster solidarity for sustainable solutions on gender equality.

The theme, vision, and objectives of the Conference were selected by the WD2023 Advisory Group, in consultation with over 5,000 advocates — spanning 166 countries, generations, and sectors — who participated in design sprints and Women Deliver’s Global Community Consultation.

WD2023 will host participants both on-site in Kigali and virtually, from 17-20 July, 2023. Official WD2023 Pre-Conferences will begin on 16 July 2023. In-person registration will be open on a rolling basis until capacity is reached. Once we have reached capacity, a waitlist will be initiated.

Our scholarship program, available both to those who wish to attend WD2023 in-person or online, provides financial assistance to individuals who would otherwise be unable to cover the cost of attending the Conference. Applications for on-site and virtual scholarships will be open through 1 October 2022, and will be accepted in English, French, and Spanish.

Concurrent sessions are moderated discussions and interactive workshops that provide a space for Conference attendees to delve into key issues, gain knowledge from expert speakers, and learn and enhance their advocacy skills. Applications for on-site and virtual sessions will be open through October 1, 2022, and will be accepted in English, French, and Spanish.

Throughout WD2023, a series of side events will be hosted by WD2023 partners and sponsors. The Conference will also provide exhibitor packages that enable partners to showcase their organization’s work, share knowledge and solutions, and network with delegates from around the world, including government leaders, journalists, youth, academics, the private sector, civil society, and multilateral agencies.

WD2023 will serve as a platform for young people, and those working on youth issues, to advance their advocacy goals. In order to ensure young people’s leadership and meaningful engagement in co-creating WD2023, Women Deliver is engaging Women Deliver Young Leaders, Young Leader Alumni, youth advocates, adolescents, and partner organizations working on youth issues in all aspects of planning the Conference.