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CWN LATEST NEWS
New Inquiry Seeks to Achieve More Senior Women at Board Level
City Women’s Network welcomes the recent announcement that Mervyn Davies, Labour’s former trade minister and the former chairman of Standard Chartered, is to lead a fresh independent inquiry into why so few women make it to board level at British companies. Lord Davies will lead a review of how the government might encourage more women to reach the top of the corporate ladder.
India Gary-Martin, City Women's Network's president said:“CWN welcomes the Government’s new initiative with its intention to achieve greater equality in the boardroom. CWN has some of the most senior and prominent women in the UK as members and we would be glad to assist in whatever way we can. CWN made significant contributions to the Treasury Select Committee Report into senior women's leadership: 'Women in City' and our key recommendations for change were included.
Go to Media/ Media Coverage to read the full story.
CWN Welcomes EU's Latest View on Gender Quotas on Company Boards
On 15 July the European Commission announced that it is considering introducing quotas to tackle gender imbalances in the decision-making bodies of private companies, where only 10% of members are women.
Go to Media/ Press Releases to read the full story.
President Calls for Volunteers to Form CWN Strategy Focus Groups
CWN is growing quickly and it is critically important that CWN tests its strategy with the membership. Which is why CWN President India Gary-Martin is calling for volunteers to lead focus groups for the key strategic CWN pillars and additional volunteers who would be interested in participating in the focus groups.
Go to Members/ Member Information to read more.
Women Face Greater Employment Challenges in a Recession
CWN was recently asked by Adfero, the largest on-line news agency, to comment on how challenging it has been for wonen in the financial services industry to find employment during the recession.
CWN President India Gary-Martin, said that although pressures on staff numbers may be easing, the challenges around attracting and retaining strong female talent to Financial Services is not. Read the President's quotes in the Media/ Media Coverage Section.
Top Women join CWN
CWN has appointed two Honorary Members to its Board, Helen Alexander CBE, President of the CBI and Angela Knight CBE, CEO of the British Bankers' Association. Helen and Angela's appointment reflects the growing influence of CWN as the leading City network for professional women. Angela spoke at the Lord Mayor's Appeal Women's Networking Breakfast, on May 19 at Mansion House.
Member benefits
Don't forget to make the most of CWN's exclusive offers from BUPA, RSA, Chicago Booth School of Business and others - see Member Benefits in the Members section for details. Our Newest Member Benefit - Globe Law and Business now offers CWN a special 20% discount on all titles.
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Welcome to City Women's Network!
CWN is one of the longest established networks for senior professional and business women in the United Kingdom. We have just celebrated 30 years of successful networking with a full programme of 30th anniversary events - click Events/Past Events for details.
Since 1978, CWN has been arranging excellent events, fostering friendships among peers and providing mutual support and stimulation to members. Our network addresses the issues facing today's highly-educated and experienced career women. Our aims include encouraging more women to become directors, to take on public appointments and to become trustees.
CWN members work in and around London. Many are leading lights in their chosen fields. Whether from the private, public or charity sectors, members benefit from an excellent mix of networking opportunities in a context of business and personal development, with plenty of socialising and fun!
CWN works closely with corporates' internal women's networks. We also play an active part in international networks, such as the European Professional Women's Network and The International Alliance for Women. We welcome women from all nationalities and cultural backgrounds.
If you would like to know more about joining CWN, you are very welcome to attend one of our events. We look forward to meeting you.
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