It's the 21st century and women still don't always have a seat at the table. Ahead of International Women's Day we asked some members of the Network of Women why they're passionate about women in business.
The Network of Women is a collaboration of students from the University of Sydney who seek to be involved in empowering women to pursue and achieve their business and career aspirations. Find out how you can get involved here.
Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies)
Vice President, Network of Women
Why are you passionate about women in business?
I am passionate about women in business because they contribute broader perspectives and differing ideas. They are imperative to cultivating diversity and innovation in the workplace, and should be recognised for their hard work. It is important for women in business to feel empowered and valued.
If you could have dinner with any woman in the world who would it be?
Angelina Jolie, because she is an inspirational figure who stands up for human rights and equality. Through her humanitarian work and other philanthropic duties, she is a woman who is empowering and passionate about her duties.
Bachelor of Commerce
Sponsorship Director, Network of Women
Why are you passionate about women in business?
I am passionate about the power and strength that comes with women in business. As a cadet, I have been exposed to the corporate world and the women and men that I have had the pleasure of meeting have empowered me and built a strong passion within me for women in business. I have great role models who inspire me to reach further and go beyond all those before me!
If you could have dinner with any woman in the world who would it be?
I would choose to have a (hopefully) very long dinner with Michelle Obama. She has inspired many in her years as the First Lady of the United States in times of great strife. I feel that she is an everywoman, an indication and inspiration for all women, myself included, of what lies ahead with hard work and a passion for equality. Dinner with Michelle Obama would be a dream as she stands for all that is important to me and does so with such grace and charm. Her ability to handle the pressure of her role and the obstacles that presented to her, whether it be due to her race, gender or social standing, she has led the way and I hope to follow in her footsteps.
Bachelor of Commerce
IT and Media Director, Network of Women
Why are you passionate about women in business?
Women still face many unique issues in the workplace, and I believe we can do something about the false belief that women do not belong in the high-powered corporate world. I got involved with NOW because we all share a passion of bringing more women into business and advancing their leadership aspirations.
If you could have dinner with any woman in the world who would it be?
Michelle Obama. An amazing women who is in the forefront of the battle we are a part of. "A woman's place is truly wherever she wants it to be". Her focus on girls from the very young age is why I believe she is an important figure, because we need to build girls up to believe in themselves and break glass ceilings from the early stage.
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