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Dr. Ngozi: Shaping The Future Of Inclusive Global Trade & Tackling Protectionism

In a world defined by trade tensions, climate crises, and digital transformation, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the first African and female Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), is reshaping global

Diane Warren Named World Woman Hero 2023 for Her Exceptional Philanthropy and Music Legacy

Diane Warren has achieved incredible success in the music industry, earning numerous accolades for her exceptional songwriting and publishing work. Her success is a testament to her tenacity and perseverance,

Helen Clark, Former Prime Minister of New Zealand: World Woman Hero Of The Year

Honoring Women Leading The New Era Of Equality At World Woman Davos Agenda. World Woman Foundation is delighted to announce Helen Clark, Former Prime Minister of New Zealand as the

On recovering from trauma: “Let yourself feel grief. But you’ve also got to find something good in the situation.” — Geralyn Ritter

World Woman Hour honors Geralyn Ritter for leading change in a unique combination of ways. She is the author of Bone by Bone: A Memoir of Healing, an upcoming book

Investigative reporter Karla Iberia Sanchez focuses on women’s health issues; calls them ‘mirrors of inequality in society

Investigative reporters can trigger social change by showing us how our societies work, and by discovering and pointing out what doesn’t work. Courageous women in this role have ranged from

Could an enzyme inside cells help us treat cancer and also slow down aging? Dr. Maria Blasco is a research leader.

World Woman Hour in collaboration with Organon honors Maria Blasco for the leadership qualities that have won her wide recognition in the bioscience community. She is Director of Spain’s National

Helene Gayle’s story: why a medical doctor now leads efforts to close the wealth & income gap

World Woman Hour in collaboration with Organon salutes Helene Gayle for her amazing career of leadership in government agencies and nonprofits—during which, she has become a leading advocate for a

Women can do anything. Even finding the cure for rare diseases. I see no limitations- Dr. Brenda Cooperstone

Brenda Cooperstone is a trailblazer in medical research. After starting out as a practicing physician, she made a bold career move and joined the pharmaceutical company Pfizer, where she now

Student competition winner heads sustainable energy project for remote fishing village with no previous electricity

One of our youngest World Woman Hour honorees is leading change in multiple ways despite just being in her early 20s. Angie Redondo Herrera’s story began in the city of

On recovering from trauma: “Let yourself feel grief. But you’ve also got to find something good in the situation.” — Geralyn Ritter

World Woman Hour honors Geralyn Ritter for leading change in a unique combination of ways. She is the author of Bone by Bone: A Memoir of Healing, an upcoming book