The Week That Was: Global Women Empowerment News Overview

In this fast-pacing world, women are being head strong and making things work for themselves. The number of women is increasing in the corporate world where they are competing with their male counterparts with resilience and pliability. In addition, business world is also witnessing a rise in female startup founders. Despite facing challenges in several aspects, women are still being robust and rushing towards success like no other.

Global Woman Leader Team has again come up with numerous news coverage which defines how women are being in the forefront. Besides, the team has also covered various news about conferences, agreements etc. to keep the world informed.

Explore GWL’s news section to know more.

UNDP & SDC Signs Agreement to Promoting Inclusive Governance

An agreement has been signed by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), Embassy of Switzerland in Bangladesh in Dhaka at Embassy of Switzerland.

Jennie Sager to become Next CEO of WNBL; Term to Begin from 2025

Recently, Jennie Sager has been announced as the next CEO of Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) which shall be commencing from the 2025. In addition, during her college, Jennie has previously played basketball at an elite level.

Milken Institute 2024 MEA Summit to be Held in Abu Dhabi on Dec. 5 & 6

On December 5 and 6, 2024, the Milken Institute 2024 Middle East and Africa (MEA) Summit shall take place at St. Regis Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi. The event shall gather hundreds of influential business and philanthropic leaders, health and finance experts, and policy changemakers, coming from all across the world.

Access Bank Disburses N17.5 Million in Grants to Female Entrepreneurs

A total of N17.5 million has been disbursed in grants by Access Bank for 10 outstanding female entrepreneurs. This fund has been given under the bank’s Womenpreneur Pitch-a-ton initiative in an alliance with the International Finance Corporation (IFC).

Telenor CEO receives UN Women 2024 Asia-Pacific WEPs Award

Telenor Pakistan CEO Khurrum Ashfaque has been recognised with UN Women 2024 Asia-Pacific Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) Award. This award has been given with the consideration of Leadership Commitment category.