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I’m so excited to be supporting the European Women on Boards (EWOB) as their Community Content Manager! 🎉 EWOB is a non-profit organisation based in Brussels, Europe. The goal? To help more women achieve leadership positions in Europe. I’m so excited to be a part of an amazing team of women to work on getting more representation across Europe. Having more diversity in leadership is so important, as it brings new perspectives and ideas to the table. Key Takeaways: 🧠 In November 2022 the European Union adopted a Directive on improving the gender balance among directors of listed companies. 🧠 The European Union’s Directive on Gender Balance in Corporate Boards, formally adopted in November 2022, requires listed companies across the European Union 2 (EU) to have either 40% of non-executive directors (NED) or 33% of all board directors (NED plus Executive Directors (ED)), from the underrepresented gender by June 2026. 💡 Did you know? My university thesis was on the entrance of Spanish women in diplomacy at the end of the Franco regime. I’ve always been interested in women who are breaking barriers, their stories, and how we can make our world a better place for a better tomorrow.

With dynamic panel discussions, expert-led workshops and valuable networking sessions, ASIAWOMAN 2024 is the ideal meeting place for women business leaders looking to expand their influence and make a global impact. #ASIAWOMAN #WomenLeadership #GlobalForum #WomenInBusiness #Kazakhstan #Empowerment #asia

As we prepare to celebrate International Women's Day on the 8th of March, we want to shine spotlight on the imperative need to improve gender diversity in leadership positions within healthcare. Despite the increasing percentage of female medical professionals, there is still room for improvement in ensuring equal representation for women in these roles. The benefits of enhancing women’s inclusion in leadership are undeniable. Research shows that gender diversity in leadership and management drives innovation, enhances creativity and decision-making, and improves employee satisfaction. We asked six female leaders working within or collaborating with Ergéa Group to share their perspectives on the systemic changes necessary to foster greater inclusivity in healthcare leadership. See their responses below. 👇 Sejal Patel Kate Elsby Sandra Röddiger Dorothea Hammer Laura Evangelista Simona Castiglioni Medipass - Ergéa Group RadioOnkologieNetzwerk - Ergéa Group #InternationalWomensDay #iwd2024 #investinwomen #WomenInLeadership #DiversityandInclusion 

News update! 📰 The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is pleased to host a Virtual Speaker Series for First Nations Women in Leadership. There will be three virtual sessions with First Nations women in leadership positions. The objective of the Virtual Speaker Series is to empower aspiring women leaders by sharing insights and experiences of elected First Nations women leaders. The National Caucus of Women Leaders (NCWL) is comprised of First Nations women leaders, including Chiefs, Councilors, Tribal Chiefs, and Grand Chiefs across Canada. The objective of the NCWL project, which is funded by Women and Gender Equality, is to increase the number of elected women leaders across Canada through the development of a NCWL. The Virtual Speaker Series is meant to empower aspiring women leaders by sharing insights and experiences of elected First Nations women leaders. The panels will consist of 2-3 women. Each panelist will present on the topic, followed by a moderated question and answer period. Throughout the Virtual Speaker Series various topics will be addressed, including: -Decolonizing women’s leadership roles -Governance structures, finance, professional development -Leadership styles, Public Speaking/Effective Communication, and Networking Skills -Overcoming Obstacles/Challenges -Success Stories -Self-Care and Healing -Knowledge Sharing/Teachings -Emotional Intelligence – Best practices and techniques -Lateral violence vs. Lateral Kindness. -Leadership Roles -Leadership Across the lifecycle This website will provide information on the AFN Virtual Speaker Series for First Nations Women in Leadership. Check back for updated information as details are confirmed. You can find more information here at www.nationtalk.ca #IndigenousNews #IndigenousLeadership #IndigenousEducation

Reflecting on the insights shared in this video by Singapore Minister Josephine Teo about women's confidence in taking on leadership roles. Outside of confidence and assertiveness, it's also equally crucial to consider how women often set exceptionally high standards for themselves. In the process, they may underestimate their readiness for roles they genuinely deserve. There is no denying that we need more women sponsors who can instill confidence in young women leaders. At the same time, we also need to empower more young women leaders to stop downplaying their achievements so that, in the long run, their reflections change from "Have I done enough to deserve this ?" to "Yes - I deserve it" without external validation. A good reminder for anyone who struggles with that "YES." You can find the whole interview here: https://lnkd.in/gCP9Tpu9 #assertivecommunications #womeninleadership #womensponsoringwomen

Inspired by the remark, 'You're good at this for a woman’, a distinguished panel of leaders and I came together to share our deeply personal experiences with gender/other forms of discrimination in the workplace. On this significant day of March 8th, Dr Pey Woan Lee, Dean of the SMU Yong Pung How School of Law, opened our eyes to the entrenched nature of patriarchy across various cultures, highlighting how such deep-rooted beliefs can subtly influence even the simplest tasks, in ways that might exclude women. Joined by Dr Flocy Joseph (Commercial Head of Singapore Management University’s Executive Development), Nadia Ahmad Samdin (Lawyer & Singapore’s Youngest Member of Parliament), Jaclyn Lee PhD and IHRP-MP (Chief Human Resources Officer at Certis), we embarked on a profound journey into our past experiences. Here are some empowering strategies we shared: - Tackle unconscious bias by enhancing your self-awareness and cultivating resilience to maintain high self-esteem. - Engage with women's networks to enrich your community and foster regular discussions on these pivotal issues. https://lnkd.in/dXhFpfGr - Seek out mentorship programs for guidance and to navigate your path forward with confidence. https://lnkd.in/dZQZpMEE - Develop and cultivate your personal brand to set yourself apart from others. - Seize opportunities to demonstrate the strength of women and promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) actively. Immense gratitude goes out to the Singapore Management University, SMU Office of Alumni Relations, SMU Libraries, Florence Neo, Shameem Nilofar, Angela Kwok, Sok Yuen LEE (Shuxian), Nelson Ng, Catherine Chong, Phoebe Pua for the invitation, and everyone involved in making this event possible! Together, we are forging a path toward change. For further inspiration and insight into leadership within the G7 nations, delve into the latest Verian Group's 2024 Reykjavik Index for Leadership. Let's continue to champion this cause and make a tangible difference. https://lnkd.in/gFJBxYyF" Resource: - SG Women network: https://lnkd.in/dXhFpfGr - SG Mentoring programs: https://lnkd.in/dZQZpMEE Check out the full event article here: https://lnkd.in/gHyQsQFZ #IWD #DEI #GenderEquality #breakingbarriers #EmpowermentInAction #DiversityAndInclusion #LeadershipJourney #womenempowerment

On this final day of Women's Month, I extend an invitation to all individuals, regardless of gender, to become part of the European Women on Boards (EWOB) community. It has been more then a month that I have joined this community, and I can assuredly tell you that this community is committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity in boardrooms, as well as supporting women in attaining and excelling in leadership roles across Europe and now Africa. The current landscape still shows a lack of female representation in leadership positions. While progress has been made, the pace is slow, and as we approach 2024, achieving a balanced gender representation in corporate leadership in Europe and beyond remains a distant goal. - Women make up only 43% of board members, with notable discrepancies persisting among European countries - not to mention the African countries. - A mere 20% of women hold positions in the C-suite, indicating a predominantly male-dominated executive level that has seen minimal growth over the past three years. - Merely 15% of women serve as board chairs, highlighting the limited presence of women in influential boardroom roles. Joining this community can help you with: ✦ Networking Opportunities: Connect with diverse professionals, expand your network, and access potential top management roles. ✦ Professional Development: Gain access to exclusive resources, mentorship programs, and workshops to enhance your leadership skills and career progression. ✦ Advocacy and Support: Receive guidance to navigate challenges in male-dominated spaces, empowering women to reach their full potential. ✦ Societal Impact: By fostering gender diversity in boardrooms, we contribute to creating inclusive and innovative workplaces, driving positive change in organizations and communities. Men are encouraged to join as allies and advocates for gender diversity and inclusion in leadership roles. Link to join in the comments. #WomenOnBoards #WomenLeadership #EWOB #Leadership #DEI #Equality

If you are a female leader, read on... The confidence gap in women is real. Transforming it requires systemic changes:  - in how we educate and raise young girls - in how we manage female talents in the workforce But if you're struggling with confidence today, you don't have the luxury to wait for systemic changes. It took me 20 years to master my confidence gap. Here's the 2-minute lowdown: 💪 Understand It’s Not Just You Female leaders, from interns to CXOs, routinely underestimate their capabilities. Recognise this as a common psychological pattern, not a personal flaw. 💪 Befriend your Inner Critic Lack of confidence stems from an inner critic constantly telling you that you aren’t good enough.  Understand what this critic is trying to protect you from and what it's driving you towards.  Often, it’s an old coping mechanism that has become a habitual pattern. 💪 Transform the Inner Critic Teach your inner critic to work for you, not against you.  Ask it to take on the role of the best manager you’ve ever had.  How did they motivate differently vs. others?  Use these insights to reshape your inner dialogue, turning your critic into a supportive voice. "Confidence comes not from always being right, but from not fearing to be wrong." – Peter T. McIntyre How do you encourage confidence in leaders around you? #LeadershipAdvice #WomenInLeadership #ConfidenceGap #InnerCritic #LinkedInNewsAsia P.S.: This post is inspired by Singapore Minister for Communications and Information, Josephine Teo, recently sharing her experience with a team member lacking confidence to take on a chairperson role, despite being fully capable. Full story here: https://lnkd.in/dCbrEzZd

An insightful yet personal look at the experiences of female leaders in Singapore. While it’s disappointing to read that only 32.2% of senior leadership roles globally were held by women in 2023; it’s great to see Singapore pushing beyond this average as women occupy 42% of leadership roles. I agree with many of the ideas outlined here, especially the importance of mentorship and sponsorship for empowering women in the workplace while embracing opportunities for growth, equality and better representation. #womenleadership #genderequality #Singapore

🌍 🙌 The UN Women Leaders Network introduced an exceptional group of women leaders from diverse backgrounds and regions to advance women's rights and leadership. One notable achievement is their efforts to amplify women's voices at the highest levels of decision-making. By ensuring women leaders are represented at crucial global forums, including the UN General Assembly, they are paving the way for a more inclusive, gender-equal world. 🌍 🙌 Together, these women are reshaping policies, pushing boundaries, and driving transformative change! 💭 #WomenInLeadership #GenderEquality #WomenEmpowerment #UNWomen #InclusiveLeadership #ESTEAM #WomenInSTEM #Entrepreneurship #DigComp #EntreComp #EuropeanCommission #DGGROW #DGEAC #EISMEA 👉 Learn more: UN Women Leaders Network to convene a diverse group of women leaders worldwide to advance women’s rights and leadership | UN Women – Headquarters