Background

Women empowerment has made significant strides in recent decades, yet there is still much ground to cover. Despite progress, gender-related biases persist in various aspects of business, the workplace, and our communities. Our goal is to pave the way for a more equitable society, but until then, the "On The Shoulders of Giants" mentorship program is here to provide support. This program is designed in partnership with UNWomen, The African Union, African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) Zimbabwe in navigating the challenges they face, with guidance from experienced mentors who have overcome similar obstacles throughout their careers. Many of these mentors have successfully risen through the ranks in their respective fields, whether in business, the arts, or civic leadership, and are eager to share their wisdom.

Key Objectives

• To help in bringing light to questions young women may have regarding, but not limited to work culture, work-life balance, and how they can position themselves for success.
• Enhancing confidence, competence, connections for young female leaders.
• The program serves as an opportunity to network with other talented women and give insights into what it means to be a successful female leader.
• Ensuring the highest caliber of mentorship pairings and relevant discussion topics to shape the overall experience and success of the program.
• Nurturing wholesome leaders who are not only meant to excel as individuals but also transform their communities in practical ways.
• To create a rich platform for knowledge, skills transfer, and networking opportunities for young women in different industries.