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Coalition representing nearly 2 billion people celebrates six years of growth while outlining plans for its next chapter of international expansion
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Institute for Women’s Health will host and U.S. Members of Congress will co-chair the 6th Annual Geneva Consensus Declaration (GCD) Commemoration Luncheon, annually held on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol Complex. It will bring together government officials, ambassadors, diplomats, policy leaders, and international partners to celebrate the continued growth of the Geneva Consensus Declaration.
What began in 2019 with six founding nations has grown into a coalition of 41 countries spanning every region of the world and representing nearly 2 billion people. The event will commemorate six years of cooperation and present the coalition’s vision for future expansion under the theme: “Grounded in Shared Values. Amplifying Our Voice.”
President Donald Trump rejoined the Geneva Consensus Declaration during his first 100 hours in office in January 2025, restoring U.S. participation, partnership, and leadership within the coalition.
WHEN:
- Tuesday, September 15, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. EDT
WHERE:
- U.S. Capitol Complex, Washington, D.C. 20003
WHO:
- Government officials from Geneva Consensus Declaration member nations (to be announced)
- Diplomats and ambassadors
- U.S. Members of Congress
- Members of the Trump Administration
- International and domestic policy leaders
- Representatives from the Institute for Women’s Health
- Additional speakers to be announced
WHY IT MATTERS:
As debates continue over women’s health, family policy, abortion, and national sovereignty in international institutions, the Geneva Consensus Declaration is the only nation-to-nation sovereignty and values-based coalition of its kind, growing from six founding nations to 41 member countries over six years. Organizers will highlight the coalition’s expansion and discuss opportunities for additional nations to join in the coming years.
The Geneva Consensus Declaration affirms four core principles:
- Promoting the health and well-being of women and girls across the lifespan
- Recognizing the family as the fundamental unit of society
- Reaffirming that there is no international right to abortion and that each nation has the sovereign authority to determine its own laws
- Protecting national sovereignty and genuine human rights
MEDIA RSVP:
- Members of the press interested in learning more can contact the Institute for Women’s Health: press@theiwh.org | (202) 627-6720 | www.theiwh.org
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About The Institute for Women’s Health: Headquartered in Washington, D.C., IWH is the only women’s health policy organization of its kind in the U.S., promoting the highest attainable health and wellbeing for women throughout every stage of life. IWH builds coalitions globally with governments, policymakers, NGOs, and health professionals who share our mission to see women thrive everywhere. Central to expanding thriving and health for women and families worldwide, IWH prioritizes the growth of the Geneva Consensus Declaration as the key activator for creating unstoppable global momentum, uniting nations to defend sovereignty while advancing authentic health for women and families. Through Protego’s practical tools, IWH transforms principles into practical tools to create lasting institutional change.
