Cecilia Mercado's story on the occasion of International Women's Day 2024 - A leader in environmental protection under the Montreal Protocol, with more than 30 years of experience in the United Nations that culminates with a well-deserved retirement. Meet Cecilia Mercado, who began as a government official in the Philippines and then embarked on a journey that led her to play critical roles within UNEP, where her contributions to protecting the ozone layer and fighting climate change had a significant impact.