Archive for November 2017
Guest Opinion: When women speak, believe them
When a woman speaks, we should believe her. When people show you who they are, we should believe them.
So, it doesn’t seem logical that over the past many …
Read MoreGender parity has ‘halted,’ research says
For the first time since the World Economic Forum’s records began in 2006, the global gender gap is widening again, according to new research.
The World Economic Forum, best known for its annual gathering in …
Read MoreEarly registration open for Quad Cities Conference, Athena Awards Dinner
Registration is now open for Iowa Women Lead Change’s annual Quad Cities Conference, which this year will combine with the Athena Awards dinner. Both events will be held March 29, 2018, at the Waterfront Convention …
Read MoreJones elected as editor of Iowa Architect magazine
The American Institute of Architects Iowa Chapter (AIA Iowa) recently elected Anna Schwennsen Jones to serve the Iowa Architect Editorial Board of Directors as editor of Iowa Architect magazine, according to a news release. Jones …
Read MoreA study used sensors to show men and women are treated differently at work
Harvard Business Review: Gender equality remains frustratingly elusive. Women are underrepresented in the C-suite, receive lower salaries, and are less likely to receive a critical first promotion to manager than men. Numerous causes have been suggested, but …
Read MoreNov. 21: WOW November – Get Out of Your Comfort Zone
Host: Women of Worth
About: As a small town girl with big dreams, Angela Franklin, president of Des Moines University, was constantly plotting and planning her future. There were the obvious steps to advance her …
Dec. 1: Dare to LEAP Celebration
Host: Des Moines Downtown Chamber
About: Celebrate the conclusion of the 2017 LEAP Series. Hear how other women have leaped in their careers and determine your next steps.
When: 8-9:30 a.m.
Where: Holiday Inn Downtown …
Dec. 7: Professional Women’s Network Member Appreciation Event
Host: Professional Women’s Network – Cedar Rapids
About: As 2017 comes to a close, PWN will acknowledge members at a special members-only appreciation event. The group will provide light appetizers.
When: 5-7 p.m.
Where: Cibo …
Lift IOWA – In Case You Missed It: 11-13-17
Iowa City’s newest council member, Mazahir Salih, may be the first Sudanese-American to hold elected office in the United States. Salih, a founding member of the Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa and …
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