The Week That Was: Global Women Empowerment News Overview (8th May - 13th May)

In recent decades, a profound shift has taken place on the global stage, with women assuming prominent roles in leadership positions across various sectors. From politics and business to science and technology, women leaders are making significant strides, challenging long-standing norms, and shaping the course of history. This article explores the inspiring journeys and accomplishments of these exceptional global women leaders, whose relentless pursuit of excellence has shattered glass ceilings and paved the way for a more inclusive and equitable world.

The rise of global women leaders marks a transformative turning point, challenging traditional gender roles and providing inspiration for future generations. With unparalleled determination, they have overcome systemic barriers, prevailing societal biases, and discriminatory practices to attain positions of influence and power. Their stories serve as beacons of hope, illustrating the boundless potential and resilience of women in the face of adversity.

Through their visionary leadership, these remarkable women have spearheaded groundbreaking initiatives, fostered economic growth, advocated for human rights, and championed social justice causes. By leveraging their unique perspectives, talents, and skills, they have introduced innovative solutions to complex problems and shattered the illusion that leadership is a gender-exclusive domain.

Join us as we delve into the lives and accomplishments of global women leaders who have left an indelible mark on the world stage, challenging conventional wisdom, and paving the way for a more inclusive, diverse, and prosperous future for all. Look at women leaders showing the world that they are not less at (theglobalwomanleader.com)

Julie Paterson Resigns as Co-Chair of WISPA Board on a High Note

Women in Sport Aotearoa, NgÄ WÄhine HÄkinakina o Aotearoa (WISPA) has announced the resignation of Julie Paterson from her role as Co-Chair of the WISPA Board. Julie has served the organisation for the past six years and will be leaving an mark on the advancement of women in sport and active recreation.

Julie's expertise and leadership has been instrumental in the organisation's success. Her guidance in the successful bid of the IWG Secretariat was instrumental. It brought to fruition the world's largest gender equity in sport and physical activity conference to Aotearoa.

UPS joins the Women in Trucking Association as a Gold Level Partner

The Women In Trucking Association's goal is to support women working in the trucking business and highlight their successes.

UPS has recently been named the Women In Trucking Association's (WIT) newest Gold Level Partner. The board of directors will be chaired by Trina Norman, manager of Southern California feeder operations and WIT's Influential Woman in Trucking for 2022.

Goldman Sachs to Pay $215 Million for Settling Gender Pay Discrimination Lawsuit

In a new agreement to settle a class action lawsuit on underpaying women, global investment banking, securities, and investment management company, Goldman Sachs will pay $215 million, as reported by Bloomberg.

The corporation has agreed to pay the $215 million in an agreement with lawyers representing 2,500 women who have claimed that the company discriminated against them in salary and in giving promotions, according to a source familiar with the complaint, the media site reported.

HerVest to hold yearly Value Up event to reduce the gender skills gap

A value-driven event aimed at equipping women with financial, professional, and entrepreneurial expertise in the ultra-digital age will be held by HerVest, a fintech company committed to delivering financial inclusion for women through a Gender Lens Investment (GLI) strategy.

The resource-driven event, dubbed "Unleash Your Potential," is slated to take place at The Shell Zenith Bank Hall, Muson Centre, Lagos, on May 20, 2023.

Women Now make up 42% of the Aviation Workforce in UAE In the UAE, the aviation industry employs about 27,000 women, accounting for 42% of the workforce, according to Mervat Sultan, President of the Middle East Chapter of Women in Aviation, speaking at the organization's 10th-anniversary conference.

"You must first develop a generation if you want to construct a nation. The advancement of civilization depends on the empowerment of women. Women's education and training are more crucial in this regard. Regarding job chances in aviation, we also need to educate parents and kids”, the speaker stated.

CWAE Launches Support Group to help mums with children of determination

A support network has been developed in Dubai to enable mothers of children with special needs to communicate with one another and carve out time to attend to their own needs. The committed community was developed as a part of the 5000-member network Coffee with an Expat (CWAE), which offers a venue for women to interact, network, have in-depth talks, and share their expat life experiences.

The People of Determination (P.O.D.) Moms group, founded by CWAE Founder Navine Eldesouki and Lebanese expat Farah Sabbah, combines an educational workshop programme, motivational guest speakers, and casual coffee mornings to allow members and guests to learn, develop themselves, share their experiences, and find support among likeminded women.