June 13 2023

Honouring Elaben and SEWA at the 28th IUF Congress

The 28th IUF Congress, held in Geneva from June 13th to 16th, 2023, marked a significant moment for the Self-Employed Women's Association (SEWA) and its 2.5 million members. During the congress, a resolution was passed to honor the late Shri Ela R. Bhatt, fondly known as Elaben, who founded SEWA in India. The resolution focused on achieving voice, visibility, and validation for women workers, particularly those in the informal economy.