Young Leaders and UN Women Asia and the Pacific Launch AI Tool for CSW and the Beijing+30 Review

Sima Bahous, Executive Director of UN Women and Christine Arab, UN Women Regional Director visit the CSW GPT booth. Photo: UN Women/Pathumporn Thongking

In 2025, the global community will commemorate the thirtieth anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women and the adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. As part of this milestone, the sixty-ninth session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) will focus on reviewing and appraising the progress made in implementing the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.

Building on this momentous occasion, UN Women Asia and the Pacific Regional Office has introduced an innovative digital assistant, CSW GPT, to empower stakeholders in the Beijing+30 Review process and the CSW69. The launch coincided with the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Beijing+30, underscoring a commitment to using technology for inclusive and transformative participation in global gender policy processes.

Developed in partnership with the UN Women AI School, the CSW GPT is the result of strong efforts by a dedicated team of young leaders from the 30 for 2030 Youth Leadership Network, a platform that fosters innovation and advocacy for gender equality. This tool aims to enhance access to the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action while equipping government representatives, NGOs, and young feminists with resources to effectively engage with CSW processes.

“The launch of CSW GPT showcases the incredible importance of youth innovation in advancing gender equality,” said Christine Arab, UN Women Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific. “Through partnership with youth organizations and leveraging technology, we are making global processes like the Beijing+30 Review more accessible and impactful, and we are hoping to foster greater ownership by the next generation of change-makers."

Empowering Change Through Innovation

The CSW GPT offers:

• Comprehensive Guidance: On the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) processes and Beijing+30 review.
• Advocacy Support: Tailored resources for CSOs and youth-led campaigns.
• National and Regional Reviews: Assistance for member states in drafting national review reports.
• UN Language Expertise: Enabling stakeholders to effectively navigate policy discussions.

“The digital tool consolidates expansive information on the CSW and helps diverse stakeholders extract insights relevant to their interests and initiatives. The tool aims to bridge the information gap and help activists and advocates learn about CSW and design customized engagement and advocacy actions”, said Sanjana Chhantyal, a Researcher and Data Analyst, and member of the 30 for 2030 Network.

Acknowledging the Visionaries Behind CSW GPT

This pioneering effort was driven by the expertise and passion of the 30 for 2030 young leaders Sanjana Chhantyal, Akhil Neelam, Gauri Agarwal, and Mahima Bhagat, under the mentorship of Emad Karim, UN Women’s Advocacy, Campaigns, and Innovation Coordinator. Their collaborative vision brought CSW GPT to life as a tool that embodies innovation and inclusivity.

"CSW Custom GPT represents a significant step forward in making the CSW process more accessible and navigable for all stakeholders. This digital assistant will provide practical guidance for meaningful participation in these crucial global policy spaces," said Akhil Neelam, Co-founder of Centre for Gender and Politics and 30 for 2030 Member.

A Catalyst for Youth-Led Advocacy

The development of CSW GPT underscores the importance of youth participation in shaping global initiatives. The 30 for 2030 Network’s commitment to advancing gender equality through technology is a cornerstone of this project. By combining technical expertise with advocacy insights, the team has crafted a tool designed to inspire and enable action across sectors.

A Tool to Guide, Not Replacing Judgment

As an AI tool, CSW GPT is not infallible and may occasionally provide inaccurate or outdated information. Users are strongly advised to carefully review all outputs and verify details with the latest updates available on the UN Women Asia-Pacific Beijing+30 Hub to ensure accuracy and relevance.

Explore and Engage

CSW GPT is now live and accessible to all stakeholders at https://chatgpt.com/g/g-YUnpeWxIq-csw. Learn more about its features and how it can support your engagement in the Beijing+30 Review and CSW69.