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The Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Ghana (WiSTEMGh) at the ����Vlog and Technology (KNUST), has marked the International Day for Women and Girls in Science with a leadership workshop.

The event, themed��“Women in Leadership: A New Era of Sustainability and Inclusivity,”��brought together lecturers, experts and students to discuss the critical role of women in advancing economic prosperity, social justice, and environmental integrity.

It was in partnership��with the GRASAG Gender Commission and the Students Representative Council and the Local National Union of Ghana Students (SRC/LNUGS) Women’s Commission.

Mrs. Millicent Clarke, a retired Regional Head of HR for Standard Chartered Bank – Middle East, and member of the International Coaching Federation, Mrs. Millicent Clarke��highlighted the importance of personal branding, urging women to present themselves confidently.��

“Out there, the competition is fierce, so your brand is important,”��she said.

Quoting Dr. James Kwegyir-Aggrey, she added,��“If you educate a woman, you educate a nation,”��emphasizing women’s role as caregivers and societal influencers.

She also encouraged embracing failure as a stepping stone to growth.��“Failing forward is the best thing that can happen to anyone. The only way to get a better version of yourself is to fail forward,”��she noted.

The panel discussion, divided into six segments, explored themes such as breaking barriers, leadership, social justice, environmental sustainability, education, and inclusivity.

Dr. Akyana Britwum, a lecturer at the Department of Physics, acknowledged societal expectations as barriers for women and called for concerted efforts to address them.��

“Even as women strive to excel, certain societal expectations still hold them back,”��he said.

Dr. Martina Francisca Baidoo, a lecturer in Chemical Engineering, shared her experiences in a male-dominated field. She believes a strong self-image is crucial in overcoming obstacles.��

“It’s challenging for women in engineering. When I joined, there were only about three female lecturers in the college. Knowing who I was and what I was capable of kept me going,”��she said.

Dr. (Mrs.) Juliet Oppong-Asare Ansah, from the Department of Language and Communication Sciences, highlighted women’s empathetic leadership style in fostering innovation.��

“Women lead with empathy and are often the first to resolve conflicts. They bring unique strengths and innovative contributions to leadership,”��she said.

Addressing sexual harassment, Dr. Ansah called for safer environments where women can share their experiences without fear of victimization.