International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global celebration of women's social, economic, cultural, and political achievements. It also serves as a call to action for accelerating gender parity. This year, under the theme "Women Who Build Platforms for Progress," we seek to spotlight the power of women-led initiatives in shaping industries, communities, and economies.

Objectives:

• Celebrate and recognize women who have built impactful business, technology, healthcare, social enterprise, or advocacy platforms.
• Explore the role of women-led initiatives in driving economic growth, fostering innovation, and strengthening communities.
• Provide insights, experiences, and strategies from accomplished women leaders who have built sustainable and scalable platforms.
• Inspire and encourage more women to step into leadership roles, create opportunities, and drive systemic change.

Key Discussion Points:

• The Power of Women-Led Platforms: How women build businesses, organizations, and movements that drive change.
• Breaking Barriers and Scaling Impact: Overcoming challenges in funding, visibility, and access to resources.
• Innovation and Sustainability: The role of women in pioneering solutions that transform industries and communities.
• Collaborative Networks and Mentorship: Strengthening ecosystems to support the next generation of women builders.

Expected Outcomes:

• Increased awareness and recognition of women’s contributions in building industries and communities.
• Strengthened networks among women entrepreneurs, leaders, and ecosystem enablers.
• Practical takeaways for women looking to build and scale impactful platforms.
• Greater commitment from stakeholders to support women-led initiatives.