23 April 2025
8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Buffalo Niagara Marriott, 1340 Millersport Highway, Amherst NY
Gain the latest insights and practical strategies at the intersection of business and sustainability from experts in corporate, higher education and nonprofit sectors. At this year’s leadership conference, you’ll build skills that will empower you to drive real change: actionable tools, fresh perspectives and a powerful network to make a lasting impact and drive sustainable development that’s good for the planet and your bottom line.
Hosted by the University at Buffalo School of Management’s Center for Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness and the school’s Global Programs Office, in collaboration with the Civil Society Unit and the Academic Impact Initiative of the United Nations Department of Global Communications.
The conference will feature three different tracks that allow you to choose your area of focus:
Innovative Leadership for Sustainable Solutions: Explore how leaders can use innovation to address sustainability challenges with an emphasis on creative problem-solving and the role of technology as highlighted by the U.N.’s Global Digital Compact of the Pact for the Future.
Global Collaboration for Innovation: Focus on how cross-cultural collaboration is driving innovation and how diverse perspectives can be used to solve global issues.
Transformative Leadership in a Changing World: Discover how the role of leaders is evolving to navigate complex global challenges with a strong focus on adaptive leadership and resilience.
WFO Member Name: Equality for Training and Human Rights ETHR ‑ Jordan
Event Type: Iftar Banquet
Event Name: Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah’s Iftar Banquet
Event Location: Prince Hashem City, Madaba Governorate, Jordan
Event date: 17 March 2025
Brief Description:
“Equality for Training and Human Rights (ETHR), member of World Family Organization, was honored to participate in Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah’s Iftar Banquet at Prince Hashem City in Madaba Governorate. This event provided a valuable opportunity to connect with Her Majesty and discuss ETHR’s work, including the Women’s Solidarity Network for Change. During the banquet, representatives from ETHR shared insights into the network’s efforts to empower women across Jordan, highlighting the collective achievements of its 50+ member organizations. The event fostered important dialogue and strengthened ETHR’s commitment to advancing women’s rights and community development in Jordan.”
WFO Member Name: Equality for Training and Human Rights ETHR ‑ Jordan
Event Type: Conference
Event Name: CSW69 (the 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women)
Event Location: At the United Nations Headquarters in New York
Event date: From 10 to 21 March 2025
Brief Description:
“Equality for Training and Human Rights (ETHR), Member of World Family Organization participate in CSW69 to advocate for gender equality and women’s empowerment, focusing on the intersection of sustainable development and family policies. Our participation aims to engage with global policymakers, NGOs, and activists to share insights from Jordan and contribute to actionable strategies for promoting women’s rights and family well-being. We will highlight community-based initiatives and best practices, with the goal of fostering collaborative solutions and influencing international policy frameworks.