Ross Taylor, New Zealand’s second-highest run-scorer of all time and one of cricket’s most respected voices, joined global leaders, Nobel laureates and human rights advocates to launch ALL IN: Global Leaders for Ending Gender-Based Violence.

The event that was held in London recently brought together influential figures from across politics, civil society and sport to push for stronger action to prevent violence against women and girls worldwide.

ALL IN: Global Leaders for Ending Gender-Based Violence (GBV)  is a new initiative  dedicated to accelerating political commitments and sustained investment in preventing violence against women and girls.

Violence against women and girls continues to impact millions around the world with devastating human, social, and economic consequences. More than one billion women and girls experience violence in their lifetimes; 140 women and girls are killed every day as victims of domestic violence. This costs the global economy an estimated US$1.5 trillion each year, disproportionately impacting marginalized communities, including gender diverse individuals, and placing a heavy burden on families, communities, and public systems. Exacerbated by issues like climate change, conflict, and humanitarian crises, global action to prevent GBV remains far short of what is needed to match the scale and complexity of the problem.

“Sport has a unique ability to unite people across cultures, ages and backgrounds. If my platform can help shift attitudes towards respect and equality, then I’m proud to play my part in ending gender-based violence,” Taylor said on the occasion.

“I joined ALL IN because, at the end of the day, I’m a dad. I want my daughters and my son growing up in a world where everyone is treated with respect. If speaking up through sport helps move things in the right direction, then it's worth it,” he said.

“Being part of this panel is a chance for me to learn from some incredible leaders who have been working in this space for decades. I’m here to listen, understand, and use my voice to support work that needs global attention,” he said.

Taylor added that athletes should join this movement as they set example for young boys.

“Young boys look up to athletes to understand what ‘normal’ looks like. Whether we realise it or not, we set an example. If we can model respect and healthy behaviour through sport, we can help break harmful cycles early,” he said.

“I’d love to see more athletes, men and women, join this movement. Sport reaches millions of people, and when we speak with one voice on something this important, it can drive real change in our communities,” he said.

“Professional sport cuts across borders, backgrounds and beliefs. That reach gives athletes a powerful role to play in shaping positive social norms. It’s a big responsibility, but it’s also a huge opportunity,” he added.

Each member will serve a minimum of a two-year term, supported by an Expert Advisory Group comprising global researchers, practitioners, activists, and survivors to ensure alignment with global GBV research, policy, feminist movements, and frontline activism; provide technical guidance and strategic input on GBV prevention; establish evidence-informed direction for outputs and activities; and shape the Panel’s thematic priorities.

Panel:

Graça Machel – Former First Lady of Mozambique and South Africa; Former Minister of Education and Culture of Mozambique; international advocate for women’s and children’s rights.

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf – Former President of the Republic of Liberia and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

Geeta Rao Gupta – Global Leader in Gender Equality and Women's Rights.

María Fernanda Espinosa – Executive Director of GWL Voices; former Foreign Minister of Ecuador.

Tarana Burke – Founder, ‘me too.’ Movement; Chief Vision Officer of ‘me too.’ International.

Dr. Denis Mukwege – Gynecologist, human rights activist, and Nobel Peace Prize laureate known for his work with survivors of conflict-related sexual violence.

Mabel van Oranje – Global social entrepreneur and human rights advocate; founder of Girls Not Brides.

Charlotte Bunch – Professor and Founding Director, Center for Women’s Global Leadership, Rutgers University.

Harriet Harman – UK Special Envoy for Women and Girls.

Trang Nguyen – Founder and Director of WildAct Vietnam.

Sima Samar – Human rights activist and former Minister for Women’s Affairs of Afghanistan.

Victor Madrigal-Borloz – Former UN Independent Expert on SOGI-based violence and discrimination.

Vivir Quintana – Singer, composer and advocate for women and girls.

Ross Taylor – Former Captain of the New Zealand International Cricket Team and advocate for engaging men in prevention.