[WEBINAR] We make #HerStory in a COVID-19 world

Even in 2021, many women continue to be underestimated when it comes to leadership roles. This is despite the exemplary performance showcased by women leaders across the globe and in the Philippines – women who have gone above and beyond in responding to the needs of their communities in the face of massive challenges posed by the pandemic.

Acknowledging the achievements of women in the midst of a pandemic, Oxfam Philippines, in partnership with Rappler’s civic engagement arm MovePH, will premiere “We Make #HerStory in a COVID-19 World” on Thursday, March 11, at 7 pm.

The zoomposium will feature stories and accounts of women in leadership positions, and women who rose to leadership roles during the pandemic. It is Oxfam Philippines’ main event for its 2021 International Women’s Day campaign after conducting a series of activities in February.

Aside from gathering women across different advocacies, the zoomposium will also tackle potential solutions and ways on how women can lead in the recovery and achieve an equal future in a world burdened by COVID-19 through policy recommendations, innovative programs, and compassionate leadership.

The speakers of the webinar are Cherrie Atilano, Founding Farmer and CEO and president of AGREA Agricultural Systems International Incorporated; Odiongan, Romblon Mayor Trina Fabic; Harvard Medical School instructor and scientist Joann Diray Arce; and German Ambassador to the Philippines Anke Reiffenstuel.

During the zoomposium, the speakers will discuss the following topics:

• Women innovating and empowering others
• Breaking ground and rising to leadership challenges
• Breaking glass ceilings and empowering resiliency
• Compassionate and collective leadership

The zoomposium will feature performances by Filipino musician Alyana Cabral. It will be hosted by Oxfam Ambassador Antoinette Taus. – Rappler.com