Women in leadership

In recognition of International Women’s Day we are celebrating women in leadership in Partnership with London Borough of Tower Hamlets, Tower Hamlets Homes, Account3, Women’s Inclusive Team and Limehouse Project.

About this event:

We are delighted to be hosting this event which will focus on Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Women in Leadership.

Following findings from the Tower Hamlets Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Inequalities Commission, we know we need to do more to support Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic women participate in civic life and progress into positions of leadership. This is a chance to consider the relationship between race and gender, consider what further action is needed, and shape our aspirations for a better future for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic women.

Attendees will be able to engage in a panel discussion and hear from inspirational and successful Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic women. You will have the opportunity to ask questions, learn about their journeys into positions of leadership, and consider the key role of allies.

We will also be launching a women’s leadership programme which aims to empower women and provide them with the skills and confidence to become community leaders. Attendees will also have the opportunity to speak with leaders from organisations across the borough and access opportunities for mentoring, work experience, and further training and support.

The event is being chaired by Councillor Asma Begum, Deputy Mayor and Chair of the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Inequalities Commission.

Speakers:

• Dr Vanessa Apea, Consultant Physician -BARTs Health NHS Trust

• Remi Atoyebi,Headteacher - -Osmani Primary School

• Dr Halima Begum, Chief Executive Officer -The Runnymede Trust

• Payal Vasudeva, Human Capital Partner in Deloitte’s Financial Services Practice – Leads on Future of Work in the market.

Please note:

We are excited to be hosting this and that it can be an in-person event. We recognise that there are difficulties connected to in-person events and Covid-19 so we are doing our best to make everyone feel comfortable. Therefore, we request if you can get a lateral flow test or feel unwell, please test before you attend, we also recommend wearing a mask if less than two meters from someone. We will also be ensuring that the location is well ventilated with spare masks and hand sanitiser available at the venue.

Lunch will be provided, and you are welcome to bring young children to the event.