Championing Women: Skills Development for Empowerment and Growth

Gender diversity in leadership roles is not just a moral imperative but a business one too. Diverse leadership teams drive innovation, improve decision-making, and enhance organisational performance.

Despite progress, gender inequality remains a significant challenge in South Africa. Women often face barriers that hinder their advancement to leadership positions, limiting their potential.

Skills training is a powerful tool to break these barriers. By providing women with the knowledge and skills needed for leadership roles, we can create a more equitable and dynamic workforce. Our courses are designed to empower women, giving them the confidence and competencies to excel.

Our leadership and management courses teach:

Self mastery and
team leadership skills
Essential soft skills to navigate
the modern workplace
Strategic thinking for important organisational decisions

Gender inequality

Only about one in 10 women say their employer is taking concrete steps to fulfil its commitment to gender equality (Source: Deloitte’s Women at Work 2024)

 

Barriers women face

Lack of opportunity internally, lack of mentorship and networking, and pay discrimination stand out as the primary obstacles in women’s careers. (Source: Recruitmymom report)

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R 23,625

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ESG

10 Weeks Online
Registration date : 16 July, 2025
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R 21,499

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8 Weeks Online
Registration date : 23 July, 2025
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R 23,625.22

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8 Weeks Online
Registration date : 16 July, 2025

Why we should empower women

Gender diversity in leadership opens the door to a wealth of innovative perspectives and problem-solving approaches. By integrating diverse viewpoints, organisations can unlock new ideas and strategies, creating a more dynamic and adaptable leadership team. 

Enhanced Innovation and Problem-Solving: When leaders come from varied backgrounds, they approach challenges differently, which can drive unique strategies and solutions that might not emerge in a more homogeneous group.

Improved Decision-Making: By incorporating multiple viewpoints, teams make more informed and balanced decisions, which can enhance the effectiveness of strategies and improve overall business outcomes.

Greater Employee Engagement and Retention: Organisations with diverse leadership often see higher levels of employee satisfaction and retention. When employees observe a commitment to diversity at the top, it fosters a more inclusive and supportive work environment.

Find out what learning solutions we can provide for the women on your team