#HeForShe
UN Women campaign inviting men to advocate for gender equality, launched by Emma Watson.
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Peak | September 2014 |
| Launch | Emma Watson UN speech |
| Organization | UN Women |
| Impact | 1M+ men pledged support in first year |
Origin & Impact
Emma Watson launched #HeForShe with a powerful UN speech in September 2014, inviting men and boys to become advocates for gender equality. The campaign went viral immediately, with Watson’s speech viewed millions of times and the hashtag trending globally. The initiative reframed feminism as a solidarity movement rather than opposition.
#HeForShe became one of the most successful UN campaigns ever, with over 1 million men signing the pledge in the first year. It sparked conversations about masculinity, allyship, and male involvement in feminism. The campaign continues with university and corporate partnerships worldwide.
Related Hashtags
- #Feminism
- #GenderEquality
- #YesAllWomen
- #LeanIn