18 Thai enterprises recognized at women’s empowerment principles awards

The 2024 Thailand WEPs Awards, organized by UN Women and supported by various partners, recognized 64 applicants, highlighting the importance of gender equality and women’s empowerment in business leadership.

Key takeaways

• The 2024 Thailand WEPs Awards, organized by UN Women with support from the Australian government, recognized exceptional companies among 64 applicants, promoting innovation and resilience in Thailand’s economic growth.
• Christine Arab of UN Women Asia and the Pacific emphasized the awards’ role as catalysts for sustainable economic growth in Thailand, driven by businesses’ contributions.
• Thailand’s strong representation of women in management highlights the government and private sector’s dedication to gender equality, earning commendations for multiple government departments.

The 2024 Thailand WEPs Awards recognized outstanding companies among 64 applicants, including major corporations and SMEs. UN Women organized the event with support from the Australian government and local partners like Advantage Austria Bangkok and the Thai E-Commerce Association.

During the award ceremony, Christine Arab, regional director of UN Women Asia and the Pacific, highlighted the significance of the awards. She noted that they serve as catalysts for innovation and resilience, encouraging businesses to contribute to sustainable economic growth in Thailand.

Additionally, Thailand’s impressive representation of women in management and leadership reflects the government’s and private sector’s dedication to gender equality. WEPs Exemplary Ally Recognition tokens were awarded to several government departments, acknowledging their commitment to empowering women.