The Week That Was: Global Women Empowerment News Overview

In this new world where men and women are competing in order to attain equality, there are still some places struggling to accomplish gender equity. However, women leaders are coming in the upfront nowadays and giving their best to attain highest of positions in the business and corporate world. Despite facing challenges, these women are handling every hurdle with resilience and agility. Nearly every industry is witnessing the participation of women.

Global Woman Leader Team has come up with several news this week that covers every woman who has acquired a position or got promoted to a new role. We have covered everything related to women.

Explore GWL’s News section to know more.

Candace Huff Appointed to Board of Women-Focused, Aviatra Accelerators

Candace N. Huff, MSOL has been appointed to the Board of Directors for Aviatra Accelerators, a non-profit organization focused on strengthening women entrepreneurs in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.

British Journalist Barbara Taylor Bradford dies at 91

A renowned British journalist Barbara Taylor Bradford has died at the age of 91. She passed away in New York at her home. Throwing light on her life journey, she is the one who secured her place as a publishing sensation during her 40s for ‘A Woman of Substance’.

Cranfield University & EY Report Highlights Decrease in Women Executive in FTSE 250

New report has been taken out by Cranfield University and EY stating that a number of women working at FTSE 250 companies in executive level roles have decreased with over a 10th in the past two years.

Madame Tussauds Hong Kong Features Anne Curtis' Wax Figure in Glamour Zone

Becoming the first Filipino actress, Anne Curtis joined Glamour Zone of Madame Tussauds Hong Kong. This is a testament to Anne’s 25 years of career in the industry. Spending over 2 decades in the industry, Anne has a tremendous influence on her fans.

TBC UZ announces $10 Million Funding from Global Gender-Smart Fund

In a recent announcement, TBC Bank Uzbekistan (TBC UZ) has revealed that it has secured a total of $10 million from Global Gender-Smart Fund (GGSF). The bank is the largest mobile-only bank in the country.