The Week That Was: Global Women Empowerment News Overview

Women and leadership are nowadays walking hand in hand. The realm of corporate and business, both are witnessing a rise of women in senior leadership roles. These women are performing excellently to spotlight their management ability, showcasing the skillsets they carry. Historically known as male-dominated sector, business world has more women now, on board. By leaving all the gender stereotypes, women are being on their masculine side and proving that they can play an equal part as men.

Global Woman Leader Team has picked this week’s story of all the achievements that businesswomen, or women in any respective field, has done to make their country proud, to keep you informed about them.

Explore GWL’s News section to know more.

UNDP urges Inclusion of More Women in Sri Lanka's Formal Sector

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative Azusa Kubota said that Sri Lanka’s women have carried most of the burden for recent crises by increasing the financial as well as emotional responsibilities.

Harrow Female Startup Accelerator Programme launched for Aspiring Businesswomen

A new six-week intensive course has been launched by Harrow Female Startup Accelerator Programme that is being funded by through London Borough of Harrow by UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Fortune Announces 100 Most Powerful Women in Business for 2024

Fortune has announced the release of its 2024 Most Influential Women in Business list, featuring 100 leading businesswomen from finance, technology, healthcare, telecommunications, retail, energy and other sectors.

Empowering HER Seminar & Business Awards Highlight Diverse Women Achievers

On September 14, as the fourth edition of the Empowering HER Seminar and Business Awards celebrated the remarkable achievements of women across various sectors, The Inanda Country Club in Sandton was alive with inspiration.

Arbonne Appoints Lori Burgher as New Chief Marketing & Growth Officer

International skincare & wellness company, Arbonne International has announced the appointment of Lori Burgher as its new Chief Marketing and Growth Officer. Lori will be leading the creation of the beauty firm's product innovation strategy, and marketing plans.