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OWIT International Newsletter

September 2023

In This Edition

A Message from Our President

OWIT Blog

Chapter Spotlight

HappyHER Hour

Upcoming Events

Past Events

OWIT Sponsors

OWIT International Contact

A Message From

Our President

Hello dear members and friends

of OWIT! 


As we embark on another insightful month, I'm reminded of the incredible journey we have been on together. Leading a diverse group of individuals hailing from different corners of the globe, has been both inspiring and rewarding.

This month, our focus shines brightly on the dynamic world of women in business and trade. The stories we share, the challenges we overcome, and the successes we achieve shape not only our personal paths but also the global economic landscape. It has been a pleasure witnessing firsthand the power of collaboration, innovation, and determination that women bring to the forefront of international trade.


As OWIT International, we are committed to achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while fostering international trade. This month, we collectively, “take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts (SDG 13)”. OWIT International’s global teams participated in the World Trade Organization’s (WTO), 2023 Public Forum. The thematic topics covered by OWIT International at the WTO Public Forum were: “Catalysing Green Trade: Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs Shaping Sustainable Policies” by OWIT UK and “Transnational Climate Change Litigation and its implications on Trade” presented by OWIT Brussels.


Let us use this opportunity to celebrate the triumphs, highlight the potential, and amplify the voices of women in the business and trade realm. Together, we'll continue to break barriers, shatter glass ceilings, and pave the way for a future where women's contributions are not just recognized, but celebrated. 


Here's to a month of inspiration and empowerment as we continue to lead with resilience and grace.


Warm regards,

Frida Owinga

President, Women in International Trade


OWIT Blog

Be Present and Stay Visible:

4 Tips to Harness in International Boardroom Discussions in International Conference Rooms


Author: Iulia Popescu currently serves as OWIT Lake Geneva President.

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Submit Your Chapter to be Spotlighted!


Interested in presenting at a chapter spotlight?

Please submit the following details for your chapter at owit.org/submitchapter for consideration.


Chapter Spotlight 2023 Schedule

Thurs, Sept 28th 12PM EST. / 9AM PST. / 6PM CET.

Thurs, Nov 30th 12PM EST. / 9AM PST. / 6PM CET.

    Register    

HappyHER Hour


When: Last Thursday of the month, every other month. 

Description: Connect. Engage. Align. 


HappyHER Hour 2023 Schedule

Thurs, Oct 26th 12PM EST. / 9AM PST. / 6PM CET.

Thurs, Dec 7th 12PM EST. / 9AM PST. / 6PM CET.

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Upcoming Events

WTO Public Forum

September 12-15, 2023 | Geneva

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OWIT UK Session

September 14, 2023

OWIT Brussels Session

September 14, 2023

Harnessing the Value of Generative AI

September 18, 2023 | Virtual

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Open Mic with Frida Owinga

September 29, 2023 | Virtual

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OWIT Ottawa: Mix and Mingle

September 21, 2023 | Ottawa

Register

OWIT Kenya:

Central Region Launch

September 29-30, 2023 | Nyeri County

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2023 National Small Business Exporter Summit

October 3-4, 2023

  Register  

Intra-African Trade Fair

November 9 - 15 | Cairo, Egypt

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OWITCon Africa

November 16 | Cairo, Egypt

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OWIT Uganda Pavilion

at IATF 2023

OWIT Orange County is sponsoring 10 SMEs to

participate at IATF... together

we are indeed stronger.

Complying with U.S.

Export Control

October 25 - 26, 2023 |

Newport Beach, California

   Learn More    

OWIT Fall Business

and Bonding Meeting

Cultivating Growth:

Nurturing Our Potential

November 3 - 4 | Virtual

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Past Events

OWIT Ghana

We are thrilled to present a collaborative initiative by the United States

Department of Commerce, in partnership with esteemed organizations including

the Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP), Women Empowered

Leave Legacies Through Trade and Investment (WELLTI), African Women’s Entrepreneurship Program (AWEP), American Business Council in Nigeria, and

the U.S. Embassy in Accra on August 21-22 2023.

OWIT Kenya

OWIT Kenya on 31/08/2023 was hosted by @gepa at the Ghana Trade Centre. We were amazed to see the lovely Innovations the Ghana entrepreneurs are doing from textiles, cosmetics, spices, detergents and so much more. We learned about trade between Kenya and Ghana and ways we can take advantage of the guided trade initiative under AfCFTA. We were thrilled to promote the Ghanaian entrepreneurs. 🇬🇭 OWIT is focused on Agenda 2063.. the prosperous Africa we want... Prosperous, growth and sustainable development.

Becoming an OWIT Sponsor

As an OWIT Sponsor, your company demonstrates its commitment

to supporting the global economic empowerment of women through

the benefits of global trade and business.

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