The Week That Was: Global Women Empowerment News Overview (10 Feb - 15 Feb)

Today’s women are giving a tough competition to the society in terms of growing and thriving towards successful careers. They are also exploring the entrepreneurial world, starting their businesses that are doing really well in the market. These female leaders are not only becoming progressive but are also serving as the primary bread winners of their family. In addition, MENA, APAC and Middle East regions are also witnessing a significant difference in the realm of business and corporate where females are putting up their best versions, showcasing their management skills.

Without failing, team Global Woman Leader has brought to you some importance announcement of female leadership’s appointment alongside women-centric courses that came on the spotlight this week.

Explore GWL’s news section to know more.

Leitrim, Ireland Hosts EmpowHER 2025 for Empowering Women-led Enterprises

EmpowHER 2025, an event aimed at launching and supporting the growth of women-led enterprises, was hosted recently at Carrick-on-Shannon Business Campus in Leitrim, Ireland. Running from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm, the event featured engaging panel discussions led by prominent women in business, offering valuable insights and inspiration for aspiring women entrepreneurs.

UN Women & Canada, ARDA Trains Media for Enhancing Women's Political Representation

United Nations Women and Canada has trained selected media practitioners under the Advance: Women Political Participation in Nigeria (AWPP) Project. This made possible in a partnership with a leading development communication, non-profit organization, ARDA Development Communication Inc.

Katsina St. Ministry of Women Affairs Empowers Women & Farmers from Kangiwa Ward

Katsina State Ministry of Women Affairs has recently empowered at least 150 individuals with majority of them being women and farmers, coming from Katsina Local Government Area’s Kangiwa Ward.

AIA Cambodia Recognized for Excellence with Five Industry Awards

AIA Cambodia Life Insurance Plc, has been honoured with five significant awards from HR Asia, achieving a commendable five-year steak as one of Asia’s top employers. Facilitated by the award, AIA Cambodia has now become the only Cambodian Life and Health Insurance company to attain this recognition in a fifth consecutive year from 2020-2024.

Maria Yuorpor Appointed as Member of Global Governing Council for YAWC Network

Maria Johana Yuorpor, Chairperson of the Upper West Regional Ghana Red Cross Society, has been appointed as the Director of Business Development and named a member of the Global Governing Council for the Young African Women Congress (YAWC) Network.