B-BBEE Session 7: Empowering Youth & Elevating Women
Tue, Aug 04
|Virtual Event
Discover how targeted youth and women empowerment programmes can drive innovation, inclusivity and future leadership. This session unpacks how internships, mentorships, funding and leadership pathways create sustainable empowerment ecosystems that translate opportunity into long-term influence.
Time & Location
Aug 04, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM GMT+2
Virtual Event
About the event
B-BBEE 2026 Series - Session 7: Empowering Youth & Elevating Women
Youth and women are the engines of transformation. This session will highlight how targeted programmes—such as internships, mentorships, and funding initiatives—can unlock potential and drive inclusivity. We’ll explore how gender equity and youth empowerment contribute to innovation, resilience, and long-term growth. By elevating women and empowering young people, businesses ensure that transformation is not only inclusive but also future-focused.
Sustained empowerment also requires creating enabling environments where youth and women can thrive beyond entry-level opportunities. This session will emphasise the importance of building supportive ecosystems—such as access to networks, leadership pathways, and entrepreneurial platforms—that allow them to grow into decision-makers and industry leaders. By dismantling systemic barriers and fostering inclusive cultures, businesses can ensure that empowerment translates into lasting influence, driving transformation that is deeply rooted in equity and shared prosperity.
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