Global Empowerment & Inclusion Summit 2026

“From Voices to Vision: Health, Justice, Innovation & Inclusion in Action”

21 May 2026 | Palais des Nations, United Nations Office at Geneva (Room VIII)

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The Global Empowerment & Inclusion Summit (GEI) is a premier international platform designed to catalyze structural inclusion and systemic transformation. By convening high-level leaders across governance, law, healthcare, technology, and culture, GEI bridges the gap between high-level policy and grassroots reality.
Hosted by TechCeFaCos Organised by TechCeFaCos, an NGO in Special Consultative Status with ECOSOC, GEI advances cross-sector inclusion, digital empowerment, cultural diplomacy, and youth leadership.

GEI 2025 Precedent GEI 2026 builds on the 2025 Summit whose outcomes were formally submitted as an NGO Written Statement to CSW70 and recognized within the UN Digital Library framework, reinforcing inclusion as governance architecture rather than symbolic engagement.

		GEI 2026 Summit Overview
		GEI 2026 marks a deliberate shift from dialogue to measurable impact - translating global conversations into multi-stakeholder partnerships and policy-aligned outcomes.
		Vision To strengthen inclusive global collaboration across health, justice, innovation, leadership, cultural diplomacy, and sport. Strategic Pillars Advance Health, Wellbeing & Equity Strengthen Women’s Leadership Harness Ethical Innovation & Intergenerational Collaboration Champion Legal Justice & Human Rights Promote Cultural Diplomacy & Sport for Social Impact

GEI 2026 Agenda Overview
Opening Plenary: Reimagining Inclusion for a Changing World Keynote Block I: Health is Human – Redefining Wellness Through Equity Keynote Block II: Building the Future We All Belong In Session III: Litigating for Equity – The Global Legal Frontier Session IV: Diplomacy in Colour – Reframing Representation Closing Keynotes: Leadership Reimagined – Equity as Strategic Advantage ...download Full Official Agenda!

GEI 2026 Officials & Key Contributors

Bernie

Bernie Davies

Elaine

Elaine Banton

GEO

Emmanuel Sevidzem

mfikela

Mfikela Jean Samuel

Helen

Helen Phillips MBE

Gwen

Gwen Morgan-Evans

Ifeoma

Dr. Ifeoma Dan-Ogosi

Otele

Prof. Olivette Otele

Otele

Prof. Olivette Otele

SALAMATU

Dr. Salamatu Fada

Get Involved		Partners
Be a participant, collaborate institutionally, or sponsor a delegate from Africa to ensure inclusive global representation.
1. Be a Participant: Who Should Attend: Permanent Missions & Member States; UN Agencies & Delegates; Civil Society & NGOs; Youth Leaders & Advocates; Legal, Health & Innovation Experts; Cultural and Sports Diplomacy Practitioners.
2. Sponsor Delegate(s) from Africa: TechCeFaCos is committed to ensuring that the voices of grassroots leaders, youth innovators, and women entrepreneurs from Africa are central to the conversation. The Need: Funding covers travel, accommodation, and visa processing for delegates who provide vital local perspectives but lack the financial resources for international travel. Action: Contact the Secretariat directly to discuss Sponsorship Packages or to make a dedicated contribution to the Africa Delegate Fund. Impact: Your sponsorship provides a seat at the table for a change-maker who will return home with global insights and a strengthened network.
3. Collaborate with Us: We seek strategic partners who align with our tracks: Health Equity, AI Ethics, Legal Justice, and Cultural Diplomacy. Institutional Partners: Universities, NGOs, and Government bodies looking to co-author policy briefs or host breakout sessions. Corporate Partners: Businesses aiming to showcase inclusive leadership models or ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) excellence. Creative Partners: Artists and cultural influencers interested in the "Diplomacy in Colour" initiative.		Contact Persons: Bernie Davies, Patron & Main Representative Emmanuel F. Sevidzem, Global Executive Officer Mfikela Jean Samuel, Global Administrative Officer Email: info@techcefacos.org \| geisummit@techcefacos.org a participant, collaborate institutionally, or sponsor a delegatdfrica to ensure inclusive global representation.