EmpowerHer 2025: Celebrating Women, Building Bridges, Inspiring Change

On March 7 & 8, 2025, Vienna will host EmpowerHer: African Diaspora Meet-Up 2025, a transformative event marking International Women’s Day. Organized by the African Cultural Foundation, Seti Women, and Diaspora Creatives, this event highlights the achievements of African and diaspora women while offering tools for personal and professional growth.

Why It Matters:Women across the diaspora excel in various fields while navigating unique challenges. This event celebrates their resilience and accomplishments while fostering connections and inspiring others to pursue their ambitions.

Who Should/Can Attend:

• Women from African diaspora communities
• Women from other diaspora communities.
• Every women in Vienna who wish to expand their network across different communities and build bridges
• Professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives.
• Advocates for gender equity.
• Allies supporting women’s empowerment.

Celebrate the power of women, build bridges, and inspire change. Don’t miss EmpowerHer: African Diaspora Meet-Up 2025—a day of inspiration, empowerment, and connection!

Highlights:

📅 DAY 1 : March 7, 2025 📍 Location: Palais Wenkheim - Webster University Vienna (Praterstr. 23, 1020 Vienna, Austria) | 16:00 - 19:00

What to expect:

• Women Powerhouse Hour: High-energy talks by inspiring leaders sharing actionable insights.
• Networking Cocktail & Award Ceremony: Build connections and celebrate outstanding contributions. Vote/nominate your exceptional woman for the award ceremony. More details below.

DAY 2: 📅 Date: March 8, 2025📍 Location: District_Living (Donau-City-Strasse 3, 1220 Vienna, Austria) | 12:00 - 19:00

What to expect:

• Panel Discussions: Showcasing the contributions of diaspora women to creative and cultural industries.
• Career Fair: Resources and networking opportunities to enhance professional skills and careers.
• Well-being Activities: Yoga, empowerment circles, and safe spaces for personal growth.

EmpowerHer Award 2025!!

On March 7th, we will be giving awards to celebrates exceptional women who are making a significant impact through creativity, leadership, and community-driven initiatives. #EmpowerHer2025

CATEGORIES:

• CREATIVE INNOVATION: Recognizing a woman who has significantly contributed to the creative or cultural industries, using her talent and innovation to inspire and bring change.
• COMMUNITY IMPACT: Honoring a woman who has driven impactful social initiatives, advocating for the betterment of her community and creating opportunities for others
• ENTREPRENEURIAL TRAILBLAZERS: Celebrating a woman entrepreneur who has built a successful business while fostering economic growth and empowering others through her leadership and vision.

⚜️We invite you to vote or nominate an exceptional woman who has made an impact on you in the past years.

⚜️Women with the most votes/nomination in each category will be presented an award 🥇 .

✨You can vote/nominate your exceptional woman via the link: https://zobxxowst2u.typeform.com/to/E0n1g4rr

⏳Voting ends on 28.02.2025