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Ideas to recruit and retain women in industry

Ideas to recruit and retain women in industry

Event summary produced by The Globe and Mail Events team. The Globe’s editorial department was not involved.

Industries such as construction, logistics and transportation have some of the lowest numbers of female workers in Canada, but studies have shown that having a gender-balanced workforce not only closes the wage gap and encourages gender equality, it also helps reduce labour shortages, contributes to a healthier GDP, and assists companies in outperforming their competitors. How can leaders in these sectors improve gender balance and create welcoming environments for women? On March 8, 2022, in recognition of International Women’s Day, The Globe and Mail examined this question over the course of a one-hour webcast.

Sandra Martin, head of newsroom development with The Globe and Mail started off the event interviewing Lareina Yee, senior partner with McKinsey & Company. The conversation provided context on the issue of female representation in non-traditional sectors, along with barriers and opportunities.

Up next, Sandra hosted a panel of industry leaders that featured Lisa Lisson, president of FedEx Express Canada; Nour Hachem-Fawaz, founder and president of Build a Dream; Erin Buchanan, general manager, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada and Eira Thomas, president and CEO of Lucara Diamond Corporation.

To view their full conversation, please see the video playback below, and for more information on upcoming Globe Events, visit our events hub at tgam.ca/events.

The Globe and Mail presented the event with sponsor support from FedEx Express Canada.

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Nick Lees: Edmonton event celebrates women leaders as ‘the answer to our planet’

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Edmonton businessman Ashif Mawji, left, well known for his dedication in giving back to the community, at International Women's Day luncheon with (l to r) Grade 12 student and speaker Maddie Spelliscy, Alberta Lt.-Gov. Salma Lakhani, and Jennifer Martin, President & CEO, Junior Achievement Northern Alberta & NWT.
Edmonton businessman Ashif Mawji, left, well known for his dedication in giving back to the community, at International Women’s Day luncheon with (l to r) Grade 12 student and speaker Maddie Spelliscy, Alberta Lt.-Gov. Salma Lakhani, and Jennifer Martin, President & CEO, Junior Achievement Northern Alberta & NWT. supplied

The lack of women in crucial positions in the Canadian economy and their salaries was brought up last week at an Edmonton International Women’s Day luncheon.

“Industry stats tell us female-led companies contribute $150 billion to our Canadian economy and employ more than 1.5 million people, but receive only four per cent of venture capital,” said Reneé Vetra, Scotiabank’s Capital Region district vice-president.

“Only 3.3 per cent of Canadian companies in 2018 had female CEOs and 36 per cent had no female executive representation at all. And female entrepreneurs earn 58 per cent less than men.”

Vetra was keenly applauded for her speech at the Junior Achievement lunch held at the World Trade Centre, where she suggested one solution to the gender disparity was Scotiabank’s Women Initiative.

The program was created to help women tackle challenges they face on their path to success when starting, sustaining and growing a business, she said.

The idea is to raise awareness of unconscious bias and help address the systemic areas in financial services that affect the growth potential of women-led businesses.

Backing women’s fight against bias was fellow guest speaker and accomplished businessman Ashif Mawji, well known for his dedication in giving back to the community.

“In my experience through investing in over 100 companies globally and across multiple industries, the ones that are run by or have a strong contingent of women, perform much better financially,” Mawji told me later.

“In a recent study published by McKinsey, an adviser and counsellor to many of the world’s most influential businesses and institutions, women leaders perform better in a crisis/pandemic to the tune of 57 per cent versus men at 51 per cent.

“In the same study, women leaders result in a higher team engagement at 55 per cent versus 49 per cent for their male counterparts.”

A more engaged team and stronger leadership yield better financial performance, he said.

“Women leaders also have a much higher level of EQ (emotional intelligence) and are more accepting in terms of diversity in all respects,” he added. “This also means a much more inclusive workplace.”

Mawji suggested the world might be a different place if more women were leaders.

“If we had more women as heads of states, would we have this devastating war in Ukraine led by a lunatic, corrupt and murderous man?” he asked.

“More women at the leadership table in politics and business is our way to building a better and more inclusive world for all human beings.”

Society could finally solve its decades-long challenges pertaining to poverty, health, division and much more.

“The answer is simple,” he said. “We need more women as leaders.”

What men need to do is break the bias and understand and respect that women are, generally speaking, better than men at leading and ensure they are doing everything possible to lift women, support them, encourage them and move out of the way so they can lead and we can all learn and be better.

“The data and science prove it, so just like vaccines work, women leaders are the answer to our planet,” said Mawji. “We’ve tried it the old way and it hasn’t worked. Let’s try the right way!”

Many potential young female business leaders were at the lunch, attended by Alberta Lt.-Gov. Salma Lakhani. Guests included Elexis Schloss, the Elexis Design Consultants president, and Diane Buchanan, a business leader, community organizer and philanthropist.

Among the handful of men were corporate leaders Lyle Best and Patrick LaForge.

Grade 12 student Maddie Spelliscy, who founded a dog-treat company at age 12, was also warmly applauded after speaking.

“I convinced my brother to buy in as an investor for $5 and made my dad draw up a contract for us,” she said.

“Not to brag, but we earned a whopping $200 that summer.”

Spelliscy said she had been a relatively shy kid when she joined Junior Achievement in 2019 and learned communication skills.

“I can now confidently say that although I have no idea where my future is going to take me, I’ll have the communication skills, entrepreneurial eye and connections to go far in whatever I pursue.”

Lunch tables were hosted by a Junior Achievement student and at my table was Ghalia Aamer, 20, who launched her own entrepreneurship business at age 13 and now tutors students virtually around the world in business and how to implement speech and debate programs.

It came as no surprise when JA Senior VP Janice Krissa-Moore told me JA Worldwide has been nominated for the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize, cited for its incredible global-reach success in delivering economic empowerment to youth and its ability to find unity in diversity

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Top 10 Women in Tech Events Feminists Should Attend in 2022

Top 10 Women in Tech Events Feminists Should Attend in 2022


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March 12, 2022

Women in Tech

These women in tech events are calling the feminist in you. Here are the top 10 must-attend events in 2022.

In recent years, the number of women in tech events has increased a lot. Analytics Insight brings the top 10 most prominent women in technology conferences happening in 2022. These events focus on empowering women through conferences like Women in Cybersecurity, Women Transforming Technology, Tech Up For Women, and more that help attendees learn new skills, make valuable connections, discuss innovative trends, promote intersectionality, and access motivational leaders. Here are the top 10 must-attend women in tech events of 2022.

 

Women in Cybersecurity 22

Date: March 17-19, 2022

Location: Cleveland, OH

The 9th annual Women in Cybersecurity conference is not only the flagship conference for women in cybersecurity but, regardless of gender, is the largest cybersecurity conference with equal representation of professionals and students. This conference help organizations recruit, retain, and advance women in cybersecurity — all while creating a community of engagement, encouragement, and support at a technical conference.

 

7th Annual Women Transforming Technology Conference

Date: April 11-12, 2022

Location: Virtual

Women Transforming Technology is a consortium of companies and organizations committed to building a community and tackling issues that are top of mind for women in technology. 7th Annual Women Transforming Technology Conference is one of the best women in tech events you should consider attending in 2022.

 

Women of Silicon Valley

Date: May 10-11, 2022

Location: San Francisco

Women of Silicon Valley will be celebrating the power of resilience as the event unite 1500+ leading women in technology, from global leaders to disruptive start-ups, to shine a spotlight on the technology, people, and businesses that are driving change. This is where women in technology connect and share ideas to build a better future.

 

Women in Tech Texas

Date: May 19-20, 2022

Location: Houston, TX

Women in Tech Texas unite 1000 women in tech leaders, decision-makers, innovators, and pioneers from the most successful tech companies and disruptive start-ups, to celebrate the power of resilience. This is the only women in technology conference where people connect, ideas are shared and the future is made. It is one of the best women in tech events you should consider attending in 2022.

 

European Women in Technology

Date: June 8-9, 2022

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

European Women in Technology is Europe’s highest-rated, largest, and most dynamic technology conference, designed to help women supercharge their careers in the tech sector. Returning as a two-day hybrid event, experience inspirational keynotes by Europe’s most influential Women, unrivalled networking opportunities, and gain access to leading content engineered to assist you in maximizing your career in technology.

 

Women Impact Tech Accelerate (WIT) Seattle

Date: May 24-25, 2022

Location: Seattle, WA

The Accelerate conference is a celebration of women in technology who are breaking barriers, innovating, and striving for inclusion and equity. Join hundreds of inspiring female industry leaders & technical experts from across Seattle, and network with innovative technology companies that are paving the way for women in tech.

 

Tech Up For Women: IFA Berlin Conference

Date: September 2, 2022

Location: Berlin, Germany

Explore new tech trends, education, and networking opportunities to take the fear factor out of technology. Attend the conference to stay current through our website resource pages, TECH UP TALKS Webinar Series, Podcasts, and Workshops on innovative new technology, advancing your career through new tools, resources, and powerful community.

 

International Women’s Day India Summit

Date: April 2-3, 2022

Location: India

IWD India Summit is described as “a celebration for all women in technology”. The event is virtual, inviting women from across the country to learn through the exchange of inspirational examples and experiences. The conference aims to empower women through learnings, curated sessions, exchanging best practices, and more. It is one of the best women in tech events to attend in 2022.

 

Tech Up For Women

Date: November 15, 2022

Location: New York City

Explore new tech trends, education, and networking opportunities to take the fear factor out of technology. Attend this one of the best women in tech events to stay current through our website resource pages, TECH UP TALKS Webinar Series, Podcasts, and Workshops on innovative new technology, advancing your career through new tools, resources, and powerful community.

 

WITI Virtual Summit

June 20-21, 2022

In their 28th edition, the Women in Technology International (WITI) aims to advocate, recognize, and encourage women’s contribution to the tech industry. The event includes insights, inspirations, and action items from women worldwide. WITI’s membership consists of over 3 million industry professionals, 300 partners, and 60 networks, with various global events to support women’s collaboration across the globe.

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It’s International Women’s Day!

All over the world today people are celebrating International Women’s Day with a spirit of solidarity and fortitude in these uncertain times.

Today we will be liveblogging throughout the day, bringing you news of events from around the world, as well as data, research …and your stories!

My name is Lexy Topping and I would love to hear how you are marking International Women’s Day today, so please do get in touch.

You can contact me on Alexandra.Topping@theguardian.com or on Twitter I am @lexytopping – my DMs are open.

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Online events celebrate contributions of women and the Irish in Lambton

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On-line heritage presentations this month celebrate women of Sarnia-Lambton and the legacy of its Irish settlers.

The first is set for March 10, 7 p.m., and is part of a series of virtual heritage hours produced by eight museums that make up Heritage Sarnia-Lambton.

The presentation follows International Women’s Day.

“We’re going to look at some of the women here in Lambton County who have made an impact on their community” as well as community groups “driven by female members,” said Dana Thorne, supervisor-curator of the Lambton Heritage Museum.

Woman being celebrated include Beatrice McLaughlin, the first curator at the Oil Museum of Canada, and Catherine Stone, an advocate for women’s rights in the 1850s from Arkona.

“I think history books and museums are really starting to make more of an effort to highlight the stories and the impact of women,” Thorne said. “That’s slowly changing but there’s still lots of work to be done.”

Taking part in the on-line presentation with Thorne will be Erin Dee-Richard with the Oil Museum of Canada, Nicole Azsalos with the Lambton County Archives, David McLean with the Forest Museum, Kailyn Shepley with the Sombra Museum, Laurie Mason with the Moore Museum), and local history expert Greg Stott.

Information on how to register for the online presentation can be found at www.lambtonmuseums.ca.

The first heritage hour was presented online in May 2020 looking back at the impact of the Spanish Flu, just as the pandemic was beginning, Thorne said.

“That was when all our museums were closed and we weren’t welcoming any visitors but we still wanted to be able to engage the public and deliver programming,” Thorne said.

That was followed by several other heritage hours and the upcoming presentation will be the first of three planned for this year, she said.

“It has been great to continue to gather together from our various community museums to share with the public,” Thorne said.

Participation has been good with some online sessions attracting 50 to 60 participants, and others 100 to 110, she said.

“It’s really great to see the reach, as well,” she said. “Because it’s available online, you can participate from anywhere.”

All of the sessions are also posted to Youtube where they can be viewed following the presentations. They can be found online at www.lambtonmuseums.ca/en/heritage-sarnia-lambton.aspx.

The Lambton Heritage Museum is also celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a Virtual Talk: More Than Just Luck – Legacies of Irish Immigrants, March 15, 7:00 p.m.

Registration for this presentation is also available online at www.lambtonmuseums.ca.

Thorne said she and other museum staff members will “look at some of the major waves of Irish immigration and settlements in Lambton County.”

That includes looking at “the impact of the great famine and exodus from Ireland and how those people made their way across the ocean” to North America before settling in Lambton, she said.

“We’re also going to look at some of the interesting artifacts in our collection from Irish families,” Thorne said.

“We’ve got some beautiful prints of scenery that show off the beautiful landscapes of Ireland.”

There are also dishes shaped like an Irish cottage “that are really cute, and some drinking paraphernalia, as well,” Thorne said.

The presentation will also look at a few of the Irish families that settled locally “and the major contributions they made to the community,” she said.

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Canadian women score 13 in win over Cayman Islands at CONCACAF U-20 event – TSN.ca

Canadian women score 13 in win over Cayman Islands at CONCACAF U-20 event - TSN.ca

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic — Olivia Smith scored four goals as Canada thumped the Cayman Islands 13-0 on Friday in round-of-16 play at the CONCACAF Women’s Under-20 Championship.

Kaila Novak and Miya Grant-Clavijo added two goals apiece with singles coming from Zoe Burns, Brooklyn Courtnall, Mia Pante, Keera Melenhorst and Florianne Jourde at the Estadio Olimpico Felix Sanchez.

“I’m really proud of this team,” the 17-year-old Smith said after the match. “We had an amazing performance and I think (if) we just keep that going the rest of the tournament, we’ll be good.”

Smith, then 15 years and 94 days, made history in November 2019 when she became the youngest international in Canadian soccer history — coming in off the bench against Brazil in a tournament in China. It was the first of two senior caps for the teenage forward from Whitby, Ont., who has committed to Florida State University.

The Canadian women will face the winner of Saturday’s match between Panama (1-1-1) and Jamaica (1-1-1) in Tuesday’s quarterfinal.

Canada won all three group-stage matches, dispatching St. Kitts and Nevis 7-0, El Salvador 4-0 and Trinidad and Tobago 5-0.

The tournament, which runs through March 12, will send three teams to the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in August. The CONCACAF champion, runner-up and third-place finisher will join host Costa Rica as representatives of North and Central America and the Caribbean at the U-20 World Cup.

The tournament started with a 16-team group stage split into four groups of four, with the top three teams in each pool advancing to the knockout stage.

The 12 teams moving on joined Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, Curacao and Suriname, which advanced directly to the knockout round from a qualifying event that took place in September.

It marks the first CONCACAF youth tournament since the global pandemic began in March 2020.

Canada will also compete in the CONCACAF Women’s Under-17 Championship from April 23 to May 8 as well as the CONCACAF Men’s Under-20 Championship this summer.

Canada has qualified for seven editions of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, finishing runner-up in 2002 when a Canadian team featuring a young Christine Sinclair lost to the U.S. in sudden-death extra time before 47,784 at Edmonton’s Commonwealth Stadium.

That inaugural event was competed at the U-19 level with the event since switching to U-20. The Canadian women failed to qualify for the 2018 U-20 World Cup in France and did not get out of the group stage in 2016 in Papua New Guinea.

Canada hosted the event in 2014, losing to Germany in the quarterfinals.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 5, 2022

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Foundation for Women Warriors CEO discusses upcoming events for Women’s History Month

Foundation for Women Warriors CEO discusses upcoming events for Women's History Month

The Vista-based Foundation for Women Warriors heads into Women’s History Month in March with a series of events to raise awareness for the issues facing women veterans and their families.

“Our mission is to serve women veterans and their children so their next mission is clearer and continues to impact the world,” said Jodie Grenier, the CEO of the foundation.

Homelessness and mental health services are some of the key areas that need to be addressed for women and their children as they acclimate to civilian life, she said.

A marine veteran, Grenier served in the United States Marine Corps from 2000 to 2005, after joining out of high school. She served two deployments to Iraq back to back, and then went to Iraq and Afghanistan from 2009-11 as a contractor.

“I came to the organization at a crossroads in my own career,” Grenier said. “I had worked for years in the intelligence and national security community and was looking to make a transition into the nonprofit sector after working and volunteering in the nonprofit sector for a number of years.”

The Foundation for Women Warriors is on track to serve 1,200 women and children throughout Southern California this year, Grenier said. The organization typically serves about 1,000 women and children each year, mostly in San Diego County.

“San Diego is so supportive of the military and we’re so grateful to have the support of our local community,” Grenier said. “If people are looking for ways to get involved, we’re always looking for volunteers.”

Events taking place in March include a virtual 5K, a screening of “Unsung Heroes: The Story of America’s Female Patriots” and a “Hike for Herstory.”

The Foundation for Women Warriors is located at 1185 Park Park Center Drive, Suite R, in Vista. For more information, visit foundationforwomenwarriors.org.

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Farmhand jailed for raping sleeping women at horse-riding events

Rapist Joshua James David Slape with two horses.

A man who raped two women as they slept in swags and horse floats at South Australian equestrian events has been sentenced to 11 years in jail, but could be eligible for parole in just over half that time.

Joshua James David Slape, 24, from Glenburnie near Mount Gambier, was found guilty in the District Court of rape, attempted rape and indecent assault over the incidents in 2017 and 2018.

The horse breeder and farmhand raped and indecently assaulted one of his victims as her child slept just metres away in a horse float following a riding event in the state’s south-east.

Slape had claimed that the mother had initiated the incident and then made up a false story against him.

Six months later, he raped another young woman as she slept in her swag next to friends after a rodeo in the south-east.

During sentencing, Judge Gordon Barrett said Slape was aged 19 at the time of his offending and had no prior convictions.

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Slape was found guilty in the SA District Court.(ABC News: Michael Clements)

He sentenced Slape to 11 years in jail, backdated to November 2020 when he was taken into custody, with a non-parole period of seven years.

The court previously heard Slape’s crimes had turned his victims’ worlds upside down, destroyed their trust in men and left them with lasting trauma.

“He sexually offended against them when they were in situations of vulnerability, in that they’d both been consuming alcohol in the hours before the attack, and they’d both gone to sleep in their swags in locations that were somewhat isolated from other people.

“The defendant has not accepted the verdict and therefore he’s displayed no contrition or remorse.”