India will host the BRICS Women Ministerial Meeting in Kochi, Kerala, on July 8 and 9 under its BRICS Chairship 2026, bringing together ministers and heads of delegation from BRICS member countries to strengthen cooperation on women’s empowerment and promote inclusive, resilient and sustainable development.
The meeting is part of India’s BRICS Chairship, which is centred on four key pillars—Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability. The BRICS Women Track has been structured around these priorities to advance women-led development across member countries.
The ministerial meeting follows the BRICS Women Working Group Meeting held on July 6 and 7, during which senior officials held discussions on priority areas under the BRICS Women Track. Building on those deliberations, ministers will review the proposed outcomes and provide strategic direction to deepen cooperation among BRICS nations.
Guided by India’s Chairship theme, “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability,” the meeting will focus on promoting women’s leadership, expanding economic opportunities, strengthening digital and financial inclusion, fostering entrepreneurship, and recognising women’s contributions to climate action, food security and nutrition.
According to the Ministry of Women and Child Development, the discussions aim to encourage practical cooperation among BRICS member countries and accelerate progress towards gender equality through a people-centric and humanity-first approach.
The event will also feature exhibitions highlighting India’s achievements in women-led development across sectors such as rural development, STEM, nutrition and education. A plenary session and thematic panel discussions involving policymakers, experts and practitioners will provide a platform to exchange best practices, share innovative solutions and strengthen partnerships for women’s empowerment.
