The 2030 Challenge: How Women and Girls can Leverage AI to Accelerate SDGs

On March 16, 2026, NFBPWC held a CSW70 Virtual Parallel event on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). NFBPWC advances the SDGs through leadership development, economic empowerment, advocacy, and UN engagement. We mobilize women at local and national levels to support gender equality, sustainable development, policy advocacy, and global partnerships aligned with the 2030 Agenda.

During the event, these interconnected messages stood out:

“We cannot achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030 without technology—and without women shaping it.”

“AI is not just a tool—it is a leadership opportunity for women to shape the future of our societies.”

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a future concept. It is a present-day accelerator of impact. The real question is: Will women shape AI—or be shaped by it?

AI AS A FORCE FOR GOOD:

Healthcare (SDG 3)

AI improves maternal health outcomes through early diagnosis and remote care solutions

Education (SDG 4)

AI enables personalized learning, giving girls access to education anytime and anywhere.

Economic Empowerment (SDGs 5 & 8)

Women entrepreneurs can automate operations, analyze markets and scale faster with fewer resources.

Climate Action (SDG 13)

Women-led initiatives use AI to monitor environmental changes and build resilient communities.

Nicole Mpouli
Chair Lifelong Leadership
& Learning
L3Chair@nfbpwc.org