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Women leaders are building more inclusive governance and reshaping our world. While cultural and economic challenges persist, women leaders are tackling tremendous hurdles and contributing to the rise of empathetic, collaborative female leadership that is transforming politics and prioritizing care, community, and equality. In August 2024, Área Mujer, a program by #GlobalPeaceWomen and Global Peace Foundation Paraguay, hosted a powerful webinar titled "The Democratic Leadership of Women: Advancements and Challenges." Featuring insights from María Angélica Cano Radil, the event explored the evolution of women's roles in shaping democratic societies, the barriers they face, and the future of female leadership. ✨ Discover why women’s leadership is not just about justice—it’s essential for thriving democracies. Read more here:

On this 8th day of March 2024, as we celebrate International Women's Day, I ponder over these few statistics as of December 2023: * Almost 50% of the world's population are women * Of the Fortune global 500 companies, only about 53 of them are women-led * Only 2 females are named among the CEO's of Ghana's 23 Commercial banks. These few highlights are a stark reality that women leaders remain a rare breed. This is not an issue just about recognition but more of an action. It’s crucial that we, as current leaders, dedicate ourselves to nurturing and expanding the reservoir of future female trailblazers. Together, let’s pledge to inspire inclusion, lift as we climb, and fervently champion mentorship. Your involvement can ignite change and foster a world where leadership knows no gender. Let’s embark on this transformative journey together.

Latest on the Career Emporium blog by Growth Peak: Elona Ndlovu (PhD. Cand) breaks down the state of women leadership in South Africa. A powerful woman leader herself, she shares her insights in this Q&A. This is an amazing read. #corporateleadership #corporateculture #corporatetransformation #corporateworld #corporatelife

Yesterday we recognised International Women’s Day 2024. DTF continues to invest in women. These commitments show an effort in providing opportunities for women to increase representation particularly in leadership positions, by providing opportunities for role modeling and career growth. These commitments recognise that if we invest in women, we accelerate progress for all South Australians. #internationalwomensday2024 #southaustralia #investinwomen

Leadership is not confined to titles, it’s about the courage to take action and drive change. 🌍 African women are demonstrating that impact is created by those bold enough to step forward. Let’s keep empowering more women to lead with courage and make a lasting difference. #WomenInLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #ImpactfulLeadership #AfricanWomenLead #RiseAndLead

🌸 Empowering Women in Leadership 🌸 Women's leadership and representation are critical to driving meaningful change in political, economic, and community spaces. When we embrace diversity of thought, we pave the way for inclusive solutions—and women’s perspectives are indispensable. As we celebrate Women's Month, our commitment is to amplify women’s roles in decision-making. Through our people services, upskilling workshops, and pre-employment testing, we empower women to step into leadership with confidence and clarity. We also honor the trailblazing women who have laid the groundwork for others. Their leadership inspires us to foster environments where more women can lead, innovate, and shape the future of South Africa. Let’s continue to champion spaces where women's voices aren't just heard—they lead the conversation. #mallonconsulting #womeninleadership #representationmatters #womensmonthsa #empowerher #diversityandinclusion #womenempowerment #southafricanwomen #leadershipdevelopment #womeninsuccess

More and more women now lead NGOs, but burn out facing systemic challenges, highlights our director Ester Asin Martinez. The new report "Women CSO leaders for systemic change" explores how to support feminist leadership in Europe: https://lnkd.in/e8HTWCy6 On #InternationalWomensDay, we honour all women working with passion and commitment to change organisations and the world! #WomansDay #feministleadership

💐Celebrating International Women's Day: Women in leadership 💐 Deloitte's Women in Boardroom research reveals that women make up an average of 20% of board members worldwide. The highest numbers are found in France, Norway, Italy and Belgium.  On this special day, we want to highlight the importance of female leadership and the importance of building an environment that not only encourages women to reach their full potential, but also recognizes their invaluable contributions to organizations and our society as a whole.

SAVE THE DATE!! Women in power and decision-making is a critical area of concern under the Beijing Platform For Action. 🙌 Join us on this #Beijing30 roundtable on #WomeninLeadership in Asia and the Pacific 🗓️ Weds 20 Nov, 10:30-12:00 (GMT +7:00) Across the region, the impact of women in leadership and decision-making is evident, highlighting their role in promoting more peaceful, just and inclusive societies. However, women continue to face considerable barriers to equal participation in leadership roles. This roundtable organized by UN Women and UNESCAP discusses how Asia and the Pacific can be a leading region where parity in decision-making and women's leadership is the norm. Format: in-person attendance for pre-registered conference delegates and online via livestream. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e3gXdA3p

💐Celebrating International Women's Day: Women in leadership 💐 Deloitte's Women in Boardroom research reveals that women make up an average of 20% of board members worldwide. The highest numbers are found in France, Norway, Italy and Belgium. On this special day, we want to highlight the importance of female leadership and the importance of building an environment that not only encourages women to reach their full potential, but also recognizes their invaluable contributions to organizations and our society as a whole.