Shattering the Glass Ceiling

Overview

The glass ceiling is a metaphor for the invisible barrier that prevents some people from rising to senior positions. It's a subtle but damaging form of discrimination, where you cannot take the opportunities you see in front of you – despite your suitability and your best efforts.

Join us to explore the experiences of 3 speakers on how they've been able to shatter the glass ceiling.

About this event

Why does the glass ceiling exist?

To break the glass ceiling, it's essential to dismantle each of the elements contributing to it. The elements are all connected and impact moving your career to the NEXT level.

Some of the social factors affect your marginalization and form a glass ceiling include:

• Sexual orientation
• Gender
• Race
• Class
• Disability

However, at this eDialogue, our speakers will share valuable tips to help answer the all-important question of ‘How can you break the glass ceiling?’

You are welcome to this fireside chat, where we will share experiences across sectors and opportunities to transition into your choice career.

Our Speakers

• Daniella Jackson (Senior Business Analyst)
• Roselyn Ogunnaike (Programme Officer)
• Busola Meti (Business Analyst)

What to expect

• Strategies for identifying and challenging the stereotypes and biases in the work- place.
• Tackling the “glass ceiling” issue – what’s stopping you!
• Dealing with the challenges of moving your career to the NEXT level
• Q & A

Date & Time: Sunday 15th May 2022 16:00 – 17:00 GMT