ICF Greater Austin Chapter’s Post

What is a Mentor in GSGC? In GSGC, mentors are more than guides—they are pillars of support, encouragement, and inspiration for the youth in their communities. A mentor’s role goes beyond teaching; it’s about building connections and fostering growth. A mentor in GSGC is someone who: 💬 Listens to youths’ stories with empathy and understanding. ⚖️ Teaches about gender equality, shaping future leaders who value equity. 🎯 Guides youth in setting and achieving their personal and academic goals. 🤝 Supports them through challenges, offering a steady hand in difficult times. 🌟 Empowers youth to dream big and follow their passions. Through mentorship, GSGC fosters resilience and confidence, helping youth create brighter futures for themselves and their communities. 👉 Tag a mentor who has made a difference in your life! #MentorshipMatters #YouthEmpowerment #GSGCMentors #LeadershipDevelopment #GenderEquality

“Women are promoted less than men because they are deemed to have less leadership potential than men!” 😣 - Yes- in the timeless words of Bon Jovi- this was a 'shot to the heart' for me too! But according to an article from The Conversation, this is one of the many reasons why gender equality remains so endemic in the workplace. How do we begin to tackle this? Well..... - Equal career advancement opportunities for all genders - Starting courageous conversations - Mentorship and sponsorship programs - Tailored leadership development initiatives - Diversity and inclusion policies - Training to overcome biases - Cultivate a diverse and inclusive culture - Address systemic barriers Explore more here! Article reference: https://lnkd.in/dhv9QU_x #Courage #Inclusion #Diversity #Influence, #Impact #Women #Leadership #Courageous #Conversations #Culture

🌟 Mentorship Matters 🌟 Lead(h)er gives Quad Cities area women the personal and professional tools to address systemic issues that hold women back - aka the sticky floor, the broken rung, and the glass ceiling. As we continue to recruit more mentors to join us in supporting our mentee applicants in the Lead(h)er Match community, some may wonder "How do I mentor and support other women?" It's your lucky day! Check out this insightful article from TED Ideas on "How to Mentor and Support Other Women and Help Them Succeed." 💪👩🔬 Whether you're a seasoned mentor or someone eager to make a positive impact, these valuable tips and strategies will inspire you to foster a culture of support and growth for women in all walks of life. From building meaningful connections to amplifying each other's voices, there's something here for everyone committed to championing gender equality and empowerment. 🌐✨ Let's come together to create a world where every woman has the opportunity to thrive and succeed. 💼💡 Read the full article here: https://ow.ly/HbvY50RiuVh #StrikeAMatch #FuelingCareers #MentorshipMatters #EmpowerWomen #SupportEachOther #WomenEmpowerment #TEDIdeas #Mentorship #GenderEquality

🛠 Do you have the tools to champion and advocate for others? 🛣 We know that gender diversity isn’t just a 'nice to have'. It’s essential for growth, innovation and success. 💡 In fact companies who feature in the top quartile for gender diversity are 25% more likely to achieve above-average profitability (McKinsey & Company) 👀 Yet the reality is, facilitating open conversations around this essential topic can be challenging, speaking up can be intimidating and addressing our own unconscious bias can be daunting. If you want to be better equipped to have the important conversations, learn more about yourself as a leader and advocate for others join us this October for our 3-part 'Lead Together: Bridging Genders, Building Equality' programme with Sandra Lee, Assoc CIPD and Joe McCartan. Have the conversations that matter, learn through different perspectives and receive a toolkit to move from awareness to action. Find out how to join us below 👇 #Learn #Connect #Grow #GenderEquality #Allyship #InclusiveWorkplace #DiversityAndInclusion #MakingAnImpact

In the dynamic realm of higher education, leadership diversity isn't just a metric—it's a catalyst for transformative change. Our latest article analyzes the shifting trends of female university leadership over the last 5 years. This pivotal shift is not merely about gender equality; it’s about leveraging diverse perspectives to enhance decision-making and foster an inclusive academic environment. From Flatland USA to the deep South to the bustling East Coast, more and more universities are hiring female presidents. 🔗 Dive deeper into our latest article to see how these female presidents are reshaping the future of academia: https://buff.ly/3Tp0UHK #LeadershipDiversity #HigherEducation #AcademicLeadership #UniversityPresidents #UniversityData

𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬 Negotiation expert Beth Fisher-Yoshida shares insights into the unique challenges women face in international negotiations. Drawing from her experience, she highlights the importance of balancing adaptation to current dynamics with advocating for spaces that recognize diverse strengths. This approach is crucial for fostering diversity and equity in negotiations.   Learn more about fostering gender diversity in negotiations ⬇️ #GenderDiversity #Negotiation #Inclusion #Leadership

💜 Yesterday's webinar was a lighthearted moment for attendees to ask Fabulous Feminists Founder, Lucy Ferguson, PhD about her career path as a feminist and gender equality expert who now hosts training for global organisations such as UN Women, UNIDO and the Geneva Graduate Institute. 🙋♀️ Lucy's transparent account of her highly purpose-led work and the challenges she sometimes faces (and the fantastic wins too!) prompted questions from those who joined the session on how to advance as a gender consultant. 💻 The Fabulous Feminists' vision is to create and nurture a network of feminists with a shared purpose and common methodology. To support those who want to make a difference and advance their work in gender equality, Lucy is offering mentoring sessions to accelerate career progression. Mentoring overview: ↪ Review current career situation ↪ Receive tailored support to address current challenges being faced ↪ Benefit from Lucy’s full experience and knowledge of the field ↪ Take your career in gender equality to the next level 📑 For more information and to book a session: https://lnkd.in/gdZ3k533 #Feminists #Mentoring #GenderEquality

In the dynamic realm of higher education, leadership diversity isn't just a metric—it's a catalyst for transformative change. Our latest article analyzes the shifting trends of female university leadership over the last 5 years. This pivotal shift is not merely about gender equality; it’s about leveraging diverse perspectives to enhance decision-making and foster an inclusive academic environment. From Flatland USA to the deep South to the bustling East Coast, more and more universities are hiring female presidents. 🔗 Dive deeper into our latest article to see how these female presidents are reshaping the future of academia: https://buff.ly/3Tp0UHK #LeadershipDiversity #HigherEducation #AcademicLeadership #UniversityPresidents #UniversityData

We encourage and prioritise interactive learning not just in the classroom but also in our workshop sessions. In our recent workshop with school leaders from Rangareddy district, we engaged school leaders in an activity where they had to guess whether statements reflected gender equity or gender equality using green and red cards respectively. Now it’s your turn! Drop your guesses in the comments below! 🤔💬👇 #alokit #SSIP #InteractiveLearning #EquityVsEquality #InclusiveEducation #SchoolLeadership #AlokitEmpoweringLives #schoolLeaders

👩⚕️As women leaders, it’s essential that we support each other as mentors and sponsors to encourage those at different places on their career paths. Mentorship and sponsorship play a pivotal role in advancing gender equality. 👩🏽⚕️Mentorship provides invaluable guidance, support, and advice, empowering women to navigate the complexities of their careers and overcome barriers to success. By fostering mentorship relationships, women gain access to valuable insights, networks, and opportunities that can propel them forward in their professional journeys. 🩺Additionally, sponsorship plays a critical role in helping women break into power circles and ascend to leadership positions. How can you advocate for a team member to champion their talents and ensure their visibility among top management? ✍🏻My recent blog shares the enormous impact that empowering women leaders can have on healthcare. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gR8X_ZJf #WomenEmpowermentMonth #WomenLeaders #WomeninHealthcare