Women2Women-European 2022 Alumnae Conference Schedule

Program is in development. The schedule is subject to change.

 

Friday, May 13, 2022

Day One

9:00 AM – 2:30 PM Check In – Lange Voorhout + Binnenhof
Upon arrival participants will check in and receive information and conference materials.

1:00 PM – 2:30 PM      Lunch and Refreshments
 
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM      Welcome and Opening Remarks

  • Marja Verloop, Chargé d’Affaires, U.S. Mission in the Netherlands

  • Rick Rendon, Founder, Empower Peace

  • W2W Alumna Representative – The Netherlands


3:00 PM – 4:00 PM The Big Next
We believe that every single woman is equipped with her unique blue print of purpose, talents, values and passion which builds her strong and unmistakable Personal Brand. In this session we will guide you through the most important steps when tackling this big project "Personal Branding”: We will equip you with know-how, tips and best practices to build a smashing brand which reflects your very own compelling brand story, your WHY, your most authentic self. And lastly: how to showcase it in an impactful way - as the world needs to hear about what you have to offer! Because whenever you share your WHY applying it to the greater cause, you can make this world a better place.

  • Mira Lee, Founder, The Big Next

  • Chi-Yeun, Founder, The Big Next

4:15 PM – 5:00 PM Striving for Social Justice
As women, we are particularly sensitive to the discrimination, violence, and pressures to conform that taint so much of our societies. Each of us can find ways to challenge these problems within our specific areas of expertise. However, we are all, always, contributing (or not) to a better society through our practices of representation. How we speak, write, and app; the language we use and the pictures we share make a difference. In this session, we will examine how this works and how we can aim for fairness in and through representation.
Isabel Awad Cherit, Ph.D, Erasmus University, Dept. of Media & Communication
                                       

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Welcome Reception (The Hague)
Ambassador’s Residence

7:30 PM – 8:00 PM Guided Tour – Role women have played in history

8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Mingle Mush Food Hall

 

Saturday, May 14, 2022


Day Two

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM          Breakfast 

10:15 AM – 10:30 AM        Keynote address - TBD            
                                    

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM        The Leader in YOU – PART THREE

Mason West, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School

“The Leader in YOU” will focus on defining your personal leadership style, navigating workplace politics and goal setting.
 

12:00 PM – 12:30 PM        BREAK  

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM          Women in Power Positions

Established women discuss the importance of women’s participation at all levels. Whether it be an elected or appointed position, executive level or community organizer, women need to remain present and vocal about the issues that impact our lives. 

  • Mariah Mansvelt Beck, Founder, Yoni

  • Maria van der Sluijs-Plantz, Councilor for the Kingdom on behalf of Sint Maarten at Raad van State

  • Laila Ait Baali, Director, WO=MEN, The Dutch Gender Platform
                                           

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM            Lunch

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM           Building Your Dream: The Life of an Entrepreneur

Do you have a great idea or unique skill set? Have you ever thought about starting your own business? What’s stopping you? Hear from entrepreneurs that have turned their passion and skills into a career.   
Presenters:

  • Anita Abais, Founder, Black Ladies Talk

  • Lara Manqui, Empowering Women in Tech

  • Lana Barham, (W2W 2013), Founder, Kattan21

  • Laura-Anne Grimbergen, Owner, DANSVOER                


3:30 PM – 3:45 PM            BREAK 

3:45 PM – 5:30 PM            Workshop – Building a European Alumnae Association 
                                         

6:30 PM – 9:00 PM           Axe Throwing and Silent Disco!
Yes, there will be axe throwing and music on the water!

 

Sunday, May 15, 2022


Day Three

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Breakfast

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Take Charge of Your Finances

•  Financial independence on a budget
•  Basic steps in saving and investing
•  Importance of good credit
Anita Abaisa, Founder, Black Lady’s Talk

11:00 AM – 11:15 AM BREAK

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM Mindfulness and Managing Stress and Relationships

This wellbeing session will include personal stories regarding depression, anxiety and eating disorders. It will touch upon stress management and how to deal with the expectations of society. Because why do we feel the urge to live up to them if we, often, do not even agree with them? Iris and Mae will speak about the things that helped them in their recovery journey, how to set healthy boundaries and tips and tricks to make yourself a priority.
Mae Zaal, Founder and Co-President, Let’s Break the Shame
Iris de With, Co-President, Let’s Break the Shame

12:15 PM – 1:15 PM Battling Imposter Syndrome – Part 2!

Keri Thompson, Senior Lecturer, Emerson College, Boston, MA USA

1:15 PM – 2:30 PM Closing Remarks

•  Next Steps – W2W Alumnae Association
•  Farewell Lunch

2:30 PM Check-out / Travel Home