Women Empowerment Summit | Unite Against Violence| HeForShe

Join us for 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 2025. 16 days of activism against gender-based violence is a global international campaign annually held between November 25 the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women- December 10 Human Rights Day. to raise awareness and advocate for action against GBV. UN Women

HeForShe Summit theme by IWB this year, we’ll explore the powerful, positive impact of men and women working together in support of women’s leadership. Together, we’ll celebrate groundbreaking achievements and share inspiring results that highlight the incredible changes possible when men champion women’s advancement. Be part of this movement toward a more inclusive and empowered future!

Enjoy collaborative networking, enjoy meaningful conversation and support IWB’s Mission to unite women to be change agents in the world and IWB’s Goal - accelerating women’s business ownership and strengthen their impact on the economy. You will gain inspiration from remarkable IWB Founding Members as they share their experiences and offer insight into the world of business.

GBV Speakers Joanne (Jo) Grineage, Tara Myshrall, Rachael Abah, Dr. Jennifer Anthony Stacey Steven

Learning Objectives. By attending this Summit, participants will:

• Understand how forms of GBV are represented in Canada
• Recognize Your Role! Work to end gender-based violence cannot be done alone.
• Strengthen engagement and collaboration withing multicultural communities

Our “Speed Networking” will allow you the unique opportunity to connect with a large number of qualified business owners in a short timeframe.

Entrepreneurs of all types and from all industries are welcome. You need to represent your business, and be looking for new opportunities to present your solutions to others, as well as learn about and open to referring suitable businesses you meet in the room.

WOMEN EMPOWERMENT Panel: Yogi Narayan, Ghazal Rafijamal, Cardeen Williams, Olga Gagarina Moderator: Michael Challenger

MEN for WOMEN EMPOWERMENT Panel: Sorin Toma, Anwur Khadaroo, Kwame Anane Frempong, CJ Chujor, Moderator: Stephen Clarke

YOUTH EMPOWERMENT 7:45 Panel Discussion: Panelists: Ezza (Yasmeen) Malik-Zahoor, Funmi Adeshina, Angel Serapis, Sashya Paudel, Akshaya Ganesan Moderator: Nimah Ali

6:30pm – Enjoy Motivation Magda Juliana Diaz Rachael Abah, Gender Equality - Michelle Head Kim, MA Econ, MBA, Diversity Kavitha Siva PhD and Meet our special guest Sabina Bharwani, Gender Lens Investing| Early Stage Venture Investing| Impact Investing|

7:10pm - Circle of Unity & Love – candles, hearts, minute of silence, gratitude Inga Tkachenko Iullia Sarancheva 7:20pm – QUIZ About Women's Leaders - Win Prizes Aziza Zareh

Enjoy delicious drinks and snacks, share collaborative networking, meaningful conversation and support IWB’s Mission to unite women to be change agents in the world and IWB’s Goal - accelerating women’s business ownership and strengthen their impact on the economy.

Meet our special guest, 'Men for Women Empowerment' panel Atif Rashid, MBA, CPA 🎤TEDx Speaker 🦡Resilience Expert 🚥Cancer survivor 🦿Amputee 👉Empowering individuals and organizations to transform challenges into growth opportunities with a blend of personal triumphs and expert resilience coaching

8:05 – Sviatlana Yelizarava , 🚀 Boost your confidence with fun and engaging exercises! Unleash that inner powerhouse!

8:15 - Jacqueline Dixon, Thank you Sponsors Alterna Savings, Scotia Bank, CryptoLifeTo, Bazar Online, Atomiic Exchange Purpose Driven Travel, Comda Promotional Products VJ TV

Thank you Sponsor Iby Gyorgyjakab “Dream big, start small, but most of all, start.” Empowering through mentoring and training and global acceptance of such businesses.

There will also be a Surprise Inspirational Guest Speaker.

7:30pm - Inspirational Speeches by Entrepreneurs, Women-Leaders, Activists, IWB Founding Members : Irene Anyanwu, Eszter Sebok, Arnella Renda-Tarantino, Gila Yefet

Stephen Clarke, Social Impact THE SOLUTION. Welcome to the era of For-Profit Social Enterprises where “everybody wins more than they put in”! A much-needed CHANGE in the GIVING World is needed. Proven Model – launched in both USA & Canada. rtggroupusa.com Mr. Clarke is a serial entrepreneur with exit experience and a leading authority on innovation and impact ventures.

5.30pm – Networking, Meet IWB Influencers, Sponsors, Partners Speed Networking. 1min elevator pitch - Inspirational (3 best win prizes) 6: 00pm - Find answers from our expert Entrepreneurs, Mentor-Mentee match, field-specific, you will get 30 min free mentoring session from influencers on sales, marketing, investment, customer acquisition, leadership, mindset, spirituality, biz start up, scalability, export/import, financial management, how to define your vision and strategy , sales forecasts, projections and resource needs.

7.45pm - City officials MODERATOR: Dr. Doaa Mohsen

7:55 – Inspirational Heroes Irina Jacobson and Unstoppable Tracy Helping Managers and Executives to Lead Their Best | Leadership Development 🌎#1 International Speaker🎤 Your Results Executive Coach 🥇Best Selling Author, TV & Podcast Host🖊 Paralympic Trialist 🏆

MOTIVATION: Maria Carolina Ojeda, Inspirational Business Leader, helping you discover your PASSION & PURPOSE and Social Impact Speaker Peter Ratnikov

150 people will be attending this event. You must be registered. Seats are limited.

Sponsorship- and Exhibition opportunities are available to a limited few. Sponsors will shine in a powerful group. Please Contact: Svetlana at 416.824.0015 [email protected]

Thank you Media Partner KacyC Excel.CA Kacy Chohan

Violence against women and girls (VAWG) is one of the most widespread and devastating human rights violations in our world today remains largely unreported due to silence, stigma and shame. To raise awareness, wear Orange. Orange is our color to represent a brighter future free of violence. Be part of the orange movement! This day was created by the United Nations in 1981. Women’s activist pushed for this date after the brutal assassination of three sisters, political activists in Dominican Republic.

Feel inspired by stories of these women, domestic violence survivors who overcame all odds to reach their goals even when faced with challenges and adversity, who stood up, spoke out, struggled through, soared, and now are changing the world Garcia Hanson-Francis Sirin Ariff Ezza (Yasmeen) Malik-Zahoor

The EXCEPTIONAL Immigrant Woman Business Summit utilizes a RESULT-DRIVEN approach to give women in Canada the POWER to “UNLOCK” Key Components necessary to grow their businesses and professional careers.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Metro Hall, 55 John Street, Toronto, Canada