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Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett
Coverage of Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett in the Nexus archive.
Rebeca Grynspanperson2UN Security Councilorganization1Guyanaplace1United Nationsorganization1Global Network of Women Peacebuildersorganization1Michelle Bacheletperson1Maria Fernanda Espinosaperson1Rafael Grossiperson1Olara Otunnuperson1Macky Sallperson11 For 8 Billionorganization1Security Councilorganization1General Assemblyorganization1
- Grynspan UN Secretary-General Bid Leads First Straw Poll
The UN Security Council conducted its first informal straw poll on July 30, 2026, for the Secretary-General bid. Rebeca Grynspan received 10 encourage votes, 1 discourage vote, and 4 no opinion, while Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett of Guyana placed second with 9 encourage votes. Seven candidates are vying for the position.
- Why the Dearth of Female Nominees for U.N. Secretary-General?
The United Nations faces a limited pool of candidates for the next secretary-general, with only eight nominees and a lack of female representation despite growing calls for a woman to lead. Research highlights the need for more women candidates to address historic imbalances and strengthen leadership during critical global challenges.