Hey fam, Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama just landed in Beijing, China 🌏 to join the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women, co-hosted by China and UN Women from Oct 13-14. This high-profile powwow is all about championing gender equality, tech empowerment, and creating inclusive growth 🌟.
Why it matters: Around the world, women are breaking glass ceilings—from startup founders in Bangalore 🚀 to digital creators in Jakarta 📲. But challenges like the digital gender gap and unequal access to opportunities still persist. This Summit aims to:
- Highlight policies that boost women's participation in tech and leadership 💻💪
- Share success stories from across Asia, Africa, and beyond 🌐
- Advance global commitments toward Sustainable Development Goal 5: gender equality 📈
For our South Asian and Southeast Asian squad, think about the local changemakers: like the Filipino coder building inclusive apps or the Sri Lankan social entrepreneur championing women in rural areas. This meet is a golden chance to plug into global strategies and bring fresh ideas back home 💡.
Stay tuned for live updates on how leaders plan to foster mentorship, invest in women-led startups, and boost digital literacy. Whether you’re a tech geek, a feminist blogger, or just curious, this Summit has insights for everyone. Let’s ride the wave of change together! ✨
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Ghanaian president in Beijing for Global Leaders' Meeting on Women
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