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Society
A society for all ages
A new era where people are living longer has arrived. Standards aim to create societies where everyone can age with a purpose. 
Female firefighter putting on helmet.
Society
ISO raises the standard on gender equality
In a world designed by men, ISO has taken a big step towards gender equality and is making progress on SDG 5 with its far-reaching Gender Action Plan.
Official photo of Tatiana Valovaya.
Sustainability
The secret to SDG success
UN Geneva Director-General shares her perspectives.
Sandra Magnus at work inside the European Columbus laboratory of the International Space Station.
Innovation, Society
“If you have a dream, go for it,” says former NASA astronaut to all women
This year, the United Nations World Space Week 2021 is celebrating “women in space”, and dreaming big is what it’s all about.
Big blue sign indicating wheelchair access to the beach via a mat rolled out on the sand.
Society
Tourism for all
First International Standard for accessible tourism just published.
Close-Up of one yellow tulip among pink ones.
Society, Economy
The beauty of difference
Why every organization needs to embrace diversity and inclusion.
Young people of different backgrounds and cultures enjoy a friendly chat over lunch.
Society
Variety is the spice of success
Embracing diversity in the workplace.
Female owner of a delicatessen smiles confidently as she stands in the doorway of her establishment.
Society, Economy
Celebrating International Women’s Day
ISO leads way with guidance to advance women’s entrepreneurship.
Ulrika Francke
Economy, Society
An interview with ISO President-elect
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, ISO takes the opportunity to recognize our most senior female figure and highly successful international business leader.
Female doctors examining petri dish in laboratory.
Society
Women in science
Furthering gender equality in standardization on the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
Back view of older man sitting on a bench on the waterfront with an electric wheelchair by his side.
Society, Health
Accessibility for all
Ergonomics data for standards developers just updated.
Close-up of pregnant woman buckling up in her car.
Society
UNECE gender declaration: one year on
It’s been a year since ISO signed the UNECE Declaration on Gender Responsive Standards. Since then, we’ve worked hard to meet our commitment to achieving gender equality.
Economy

Economy
Health

Health
Innovation

Innovation
Rear view of woman using at turnstile at station.

Security
Society

Society
Photo taken in Nakhon Phanom, Thailand

Sustainability
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