When women rise, communities, economies and nations rise together
Simone Clarke has 20+ years experience in the corporate and “for-purpose” sector in sustainability, international development, public-private partnerships, global campaigns and advocacy, working for a range of international corporations, NGO’s, United Nations agencies and not-for-profits in Australia, the US and Asia Pacific.
Simone has global experience in sustainable development, cross sector collaboration, partnerships, resource mobilisation, and digital transformation with UNICEF, Save the Children, Mission Australia, The Australian Football League, and Telstra Corporation, among others.
Currently based in Sydney Australia as Chief Executive Officer of UN Women Australia, Simone is focused on driving systemic change to accelerate gender equality and achieve SDG 5.
Talking Points
Gender Equality
Gender Equality
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
Leadership & Organisational Culture
Leadership & Organisational Culture
Sustainability & Social Impact (ESG)
Sustainability & Social Impact (ESG)
Politics, Advocacy & Global Affairs
Politics, Advocacy & Global Affairs
Women's health
Women's health
Domestic & Family Violence
Includes gender-based violence, UN's 16 Days of activism
Domestic & Family Violence
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Simone Clarke, CEO UN Women Australia - IWD Sydney 2024
Thank you for being such a compelling speaker. Many attendees described you as an engaging, thoughtful leader who brought authenticity, credibility and vulnerability to the session, calling ... keep reading Department of the Premier and Cabinet, Queensland Government
I will definitely be reflecting on the type of person I want to be, and I think a lot of students and teachers who attended the conference feel the same. Your talk, your experiences and your commitment to equity was so inspiring to hear, and I want to thank you for all the work you do empowering women across the world.
Thank you, Simone! I have received really positive feedback from Judo team members following your keynote and the panel discussion – it was a privilege to have you speak today.
Thank you so much for delivering a thought-provoking discussion last night. We've received wonderful feedback from our guests – particularly our youngest audience member, Lucy. Lucy wanted to attend last night's event, despite being in the middle of exams and living nearly an hour away, to learn more about gender equality. Lucy, along with many others, left feeling inspired and empowered. The conversations sparked during and after the event have clearly made a lasting impression, and we are grateful for your role in making that happen.
Simone brings real gravitas and deep insight, paired with a highly professional presence to her speaking engagements. Her passion for a gender equal world is genuine and unwavering, and it resonates deeply with audiences
