PWN Global Newsletter Q3 2020
Dear PWN
friends,
Here we are, newsletter number three of 2020!
Since newsletter
number one, the world has changed beyond recognition and forced
us all to take a step back to absorb what is happening around us and
reflect on the consequences. At this moment, we are all hearing the
term "new normal", knowing that things will never again be exactly as
they were before the pandemic.
Many of you have, and still are experiencing
uncertainty, maybe even anxiety, not to mention the fear of what the
future holds. We want to say that we hear you, and we see you.
In the last couple of months, we as a community,
have tried to turn things around by transforming our offline local
community to a stronger online global community, to support, inspire
and strengthen our connections with each other. With the recent launch
of the PWN Global Virtual Entrepreneur program, we wanted to create an
environment that focuses on the future and strengthens your
capabilities to become a successful entrepreneur. This, coupled
with the local mentoring programmes is proving the continued
value that our global network can bring to you.
One of the exciting and inspiring events we were
all looking forward to, our flagship PWN Global Gender Balanced
Leadership Awards, was scheduled for its second edition in
November 2020. After an incredibly successful inaugural event in
2019, we have had to take the difficult decision to postpone our
second event to November
2021. We will be returning to Dublin in 2021, and the beautiful
venue of Clontarf Castle, to create the next inclusive and rewarding
event. Given the current circumstances and restrictions in different
countries, we
invite you to join us next year and celebrate your successes. Read
more about the event and our reasons for postponing in the article
below.
So, our goals for the rest of 2020 are:
- to continue building a strong network comprising a community of
valuable connections;
- to further develop our programs and continually improve our member
experience; and,
- create more impact in advancing gender balanced leadership.
To achieve these goals, we need you - your
talent, passion and uniqueness to help us grow and expand.
Join
us as a volunteer in one of the city networks or one of the
working groups on a global level. From personal experience, I can
honestly say that this is an enriching experience that from time to
time will challenge your comfort zone, but will leave a lasting
positive imprint on your development journey. There are lots of
interesting roles currently available. Visit
our Volunteer Opportunities page and get searching for the role
that will support your own professional development, or, simply give
back to a community that has supported you.
We wish you a hot Summer with lots of laughter,
time with friends and family and some time to reflect and look forward
into the future. Please take a look at
all the activities that our PWN city networks are offering in their
respective cities, and alongside our PWN Global programs! With our
current online offering of networking and webinar sessions, you can
experience a truly culturally and geographically diverse audience, and
build your library of knowledge.
We may not have our Awards event in 2020, as
originally planned, but we certainly will not let COVID19 stop us
from celebrating the progress we are making!
And finally, 10 years ago, on 2nd July
2010, the UN General Assembly voted to establish UN Women to
accelerate progress in meeting the needs of women and girls worldwide.
We'd like to send them our wholehearted support of congratulations on
this important milestone! #GenerationEquality.
Enjoy this edition and please remember to forward
it to your friends and colleagues who you think will enjoy it
too.
Please stay safe, stay well and stay
connected.
Best regards!
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Carina Furlong
Co-President,
PWN Global
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Sheila Gemin
Co-President
PWN Global
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*The Q3 intro was written by Sheila Gemin
PWN Global
Gender Balanced Leadership Awards
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Hot on the
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PWN Global
Mentoring
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Sign up
for our Peer
Consulting Circles now! This survey will close on 24th July
2020.
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PWN Global
Entrepreneurship
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Our new
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launched by PWN Global in collaboration with EU Business School.
The program offers a truly
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Network News
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PWN Nice Cote
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PWN Volunteer
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Expert's
Corner
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speak about family or business dynamics, success often happens at the
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Ever heard
that phrase ‘you can’t be what you can’t see’? I
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your... |
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“Although the world is full of suffering, it is
full also of the overcoming of it.” - Helen Keller
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PWN Corporate
Partner News
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PWN Member
Offers
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Programme enrolments close on 14th September
2020. Programme delivery starts on 28th September. Please read
carefully to claim your PWN Member discount.
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Balanced
Leadership Research
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Review
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