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The Week That Was: Global Women Empowerment News Overview

By: GWL Team | Sunday, 14 July 2024

In this fast-pacing world, women are doing everything they can, to thrive in their respective fields. They are trying to secure their place in the world, as leaders. Historically, women were never allowed to work and become independent. However, things have changed and the society is also transforming to give women equal respect and space that they always deserved. Women leader’s contribution is making the global economy, balanced and helping it to grow for the better. Nearly every field is noticing the participation of women in leadership roles, be it politics, corporate or civil services.

Global Woman Leader has found numerous news about women all across the world. Considering grants, we have found such big grants that are helping women for financial support. From resignations to appointments, we have covered everything that you need to know about women.

Explore GWL’s news section to know more.

Avon UK appoints Sara Davies MBE as Chief Inspiration Officer

A Personal Care Product Manufacturing company, Avon UK has appointed a famous entrepreneur and the investor of Dragons’ Den, Sara Davies MBE as new Chief Inspiration Officer. The firm specialises in Beauty, Micro-entrepreneurship, Supporting Women, and Inspiring Careers with over 10,000 employees.

Shari Redstone Owned Paramount Global merges with Skydance

The troubled media giant owning CBS and Nickelodeon, Paramount Global merges with Skydance Media production company of David Ellison, having created ‘New Paramount’. Founded in 1976, the firm caters in the Packaging and Containers Manufacturing industry with specialities in Rigid Packaging, Freight Forwarding Services, Warehousing & Logistics Services, Dangerous Goods, Packaging Distribution and much more.

Fifth Third Foundation announces $300,000 Grant

In a recent announcement, $300,000 grant of 3 years has been declared by Fifth Third Foundation to the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) LIFT Financial Center of Excellence. It provides comprehensive financial support and resources to women business owners that includes education, coaching, networking and funding opportunities.

Kayana Awards honours 27 MSME Female entrepreneurs

Kayana Awards have honoured 27 Female entrepreneurs in the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sectors due to their momentous contribution in elevating communities as well as industries across the country.

VCTF announces USD 30.3M Women-Led Fund

Intending to strengthen female entrepreneurship, Venture Capital Trust Fund (VCTF) has made an announcement regarding the women-led fund’s establishment that comprises of USD 30.3 million. During the launch of USD 100 million Oasis Africa VC Fund II (OAF II), the announcement has been made official by VCTF’s General Manager, Percival Ofori Ampomah.