The Week That Was: Global Women Empowerment News Overview

In this contemporary world of rising technology and management, there are women leaders in each nook and corner of the world who are doing great work and succeeding in their respective industries with power-pack frame of mind and persona. They are breaking all the stereotypes while proving that they are no less than anybody and gender doesn’t play a role in leadership positions. These women leaders are excelling in business and political arena along with several other fields with resilience and agility.

Over the decades, the mentality of women has changed and has become stronger than ever before. They are venturing towards their success with authority and taking power of their own selves without fearing what the society may say.

To bring these women forward, Global Woman Leader has covered women-centric stories and news that will keep you informed about their achievements.

Read out the GWL’s News Section to know everything related to women this week.

'Women in Business' Event to be Conducted by Opp Chamber

The inaugural edition of the Women In Business Luncheon and Silent Purse Auction has been announced by the Opp and Covington County Area Chamber of Commerce. Scheduled to be held on Saturday, May 4, the event will begin at 11 a.m. and go up to 1 p.m. It is to be held at the Opp Chamber Community Room, located on Covington Avenue.

Monisha Abraham to join BAT Bangladesh from July 1

Monisha is currently serving as the Managing Director & Chief Executive officer at Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC from over 2 years and prior to that, she served as the Managing Director of Ibecor, Heineken Hanoi and Brasserie Almaza. She has nearly 3 decades of extensive experience in general management and marketing capacities in the FMCG, liquor, and tobacco industries.

SFG extends Swerve Elevation Scholarship for Women Entrepreneurs

Swerve Financial Group (SFG) requests women entrepreneurs to come forward and apply for Swerve (HER) Elevation Scholarship, which has been established to provide women-led startups with the necessary assistance they need to take the next step. This scholarship is a $10,000 sum that will cover the entire cost of the Women Elevating Women Cohort Program which is of a special nature.

BOSS Network & Sage announces their Grant's 25 awardees

An online community, the BOSS Network alongside Sage has announced the 2024 ‘Invest in Progress’ Grant’s 25 awardees. The program has been launched to assist Black women entrepreneurs in their first 5 years of business.

FCI launches New Project for Rural Women's Land Conflicts

Foundation for Community Initiatives (FCI) has launched a new project entitled ‘Enhancing peace and social cohesion through the promotion of equitable access to and use of land for rural women in conflict-prone communities and concession areas’, at Corina Hotel in Monrovia’s Sinkor, on April 14, 2024. The launch event was attended by the stakeholders of the firm as well.

SMEDAN launches Business Pitch Competition for Women-led Businesses

A new initiative ‘SMEDAN Speed Pitch’ has been announced by Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN). The 1st edition of the competition shall take place at Eko Convention Center in Lagos on May 1, 2024. It will be hosted by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Entrepreneurship and Innovation/Digital Economy, Engr. Jennifer Adighije as part of the NSME Engagement Series.