In this episode, Erika Schläppi, a Swiss lawyer and expert consultant on human and women’s rights, shares insights from her work in international cooperation, peace-building, and governance, focusing on how justice systems can become more accessible to women and marginalized groups.

Erika Schläppi talks about the work she does with her consultancy firm (ximpulse) in international projects advising stakeholders on building fair and accessible justice systems. She reflects on the importance of cultural sensitivity, listening, and collaboration in her work, from Bolivia to Tajikistan, and Albania. She also discusses her role at the UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), explaining what the committee does and why its work is important for global gender equality.