Women in Power

13/08/2019

Another 42 young minds challenged this morning with a lot of bookings this week for science week. BTW the new hats are fabulous!

12/08/2019

12 August was first designated International Youth Day by the UN General Assembly in 1999, and serves as an annual celebration of the role of young women and men as essential partners in change, and an opportunity to raise awareness of challenges and problems facing the world’s youth.

This years theme is “transforming education” and highlights efforts to make education more inclusive and accessible for all youth, including efforts by youth themselves. Rooted in Goal 4 of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development – to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all” – International Youth Day 2019 will examine how Governments, young people and youth-led and youth-focused organisations, as well as other stakeholders, are transforming education so that it becomes a powerful tool to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Inclusive and accessible education is crucial to achieving sustainable development and can play a role in the prevention of conflict. Indeed, education is a ‘development multiplier’ as it plays a pivotal role in accelerating progress across all 17 Sustainable Development Goals, be it poverty eradication, good health, gender equality, decent work and growth, reduced inequalities, action on climate or peaceful societies. Education should lead to relevant and effective learning outcomes, with the content of school curricula being fit for purpose, not only for the 4th industrial revolution and the future of work, but also for the opportunities – and challenges – that rapidly changing social contexts bring.

The team at Women in Power are proud in the work they do in this space, ensuring a positive and lasting future for all!

24/07/2019

Our work as coaches and mentors to both men and women definitely has its perks.

Today, Penelope Twemlow received a personally dedicated and signed copy of one of her mentees’ first books.

Well done Eane Watson! 🙏🏻

23/07/2019

We had the best wingman today helping us run our electrical session at the vibrant C&K Salisbury Kindergarten.

11/06/2019

Brooke MacGregor & Tammy Stanton: Female Leader Conversations Ebook - Femeconomy

Will keep working hard.... 1 kindy at a time.... 1 child at a time....

Brooke MacGregor and Tammy Stanton are on a mission to increase women in electrotechnology. Their fun kindy sessions helps to activate their mission.

30/05/2019

Femeconomy Co-Founder Alanna Bastin-Byrne On The Power Of Women Supporting Women

Thanks Femeconomy and Women Love Tech - we love your work.

Alanna Bastin-Byrne is a director and co-founder of the for profit social enterprise Femecomony. Since launching in September, 2017, Femeconomy, has helped mobilise the female economy through collaboration. Here, Alanna talks to Women Love Tech

06/04/2019

It’s truly an honour to be able to spend time with our future leaders. Thank you Logan kindy for having us.

A small highlight of our week (01st April -5th April)

04/04/2019

The Queensland Office of Industrial Relations is seeking nominations for consideration by the Minister for appointment to a new term of Safety Committees.

The function of the committees is to give advice and make recommendations to the Electrical Safety Board about the promotion of electrical safety in workplaces and the broader community and the safety, energy efficiency and performance of electrical equipment.

Nominations are invited from persons with practical experience and competence in either the promotion and marketing of electrical safety, or in relation to electrical equipment.

For information about how to nominate, email Jason Edwards, Senior Advisor, Regulatory Strategy and Board/ISSC Services at [email protected].

03/04/2019

Logan TAFE Kindy Programme complete. Inspiring and educating our future workforces one kindy at a time.

05/03/2019

Queensland Women

We have received more than 50 applications for the 2019 Queensland Women in STEM Prize. Now it is your turn to vote for the project you think should win!

'People's Choice' voting is now open. To vote, sign in to Thinkable, or create a profile, click ‘entries’, open the application and select ‘vote’.

https://2019-queensland-women-in-stem-prize.thinkable.org/submissions

05/03/2019

First kindy for 2019 done and dusted. Backing up today with another this afternoon!!!

20/02/2019

This years theme for International Women's Day is .

We have gone out to our networks and asked them what International Women's Day means to them and why it is so important and we thought we would share some of them with you.

This week we hear from staff at L & M Gold Star Sunshine Coast - an electrical appliance retailer, wholesaler and rental organisation.

Jackie believes that having a 'fair and equitable community allows each side to bring their own strengths to the table'.

Natasha and Gemma believe that "having an unbiased workplace balances egos and ensures different perspectives are heard."

Simon outlines that "having many opinions assists in ensuring that the most optimal solution is found for any given problem."

What does International Women's Day mean to you and why is so important?

19/02/2019

Tammy checking into skills tech to talk to potential apprentices about getting that job. Big group today.

12/02/2019

International Women’s Day Breakfast, Brisbane

As a notable alumni, Women in Power’s Penelope Twemlow will be speaking at Australian Catholic University (ACU) 2019 International Women’s Day breakfast event to help create a .

More information on this event can be found below.

At ACU, International Women’s Day (IWD) is close to our heart. We are committed to gender equality in the workplace and are proud that more than 70 per cent of our students and alumni are female.

11/02/2019

QLD WIB SUMMIT - Women in Business Awards of Australia

Need some inspiration or assistance to build leadership skills? Want to talk to like-minded business women about business risks and opportunities? Need to listen to experts on business and overcoming obstacles?

Then why not join Women in Power's President, Trina Hockley, at the Queensland Women in Business Summit on March 7-8 on the Gold Coast?

To find out more, please go to: http://wibaa.com.au/qld-wib-summit/

11/02/2019

This years International_womens_day_slc 2019 campaign theme is and we cant think of a better advocate than our incredible Tam Stanton who is the keynote speaker for the Westpac event.

Balance is not a women's issue, it's a business issue. The race is on for the gender-balanced boardroom, a gender-balanced government, gender-balanced media coverage, a gender-balance of employees, more gender-balance in wealth, gender-balanced sports coverage and much more.

Everyone has a part to play - all the time, everywhere.
From grassroots activism to worldwide action, we are entering an exciting period of history where the world expects balance. We notice its absence and celebrate its presence.

Gender balance is essential for economies and communities to thrive.

Balance drives a better working world so let’s all help create a .

Platinum Electricians Morningside Genergy Australia Brooke MacGregor Trina Hockley Penelope Twemlow L & M Gold Star

07/02/2019

Awesome women in STEM posters.

The legends at Medium.com / nevertheless podcast have made these beautiful posters for you to download for your home or school. FREE. Check them out!

Awesome women in STEM posters.

The legends at Medium.com / nevertheless podcast have made these beautiful posters for you to download for your home or school. FREE. Check them out!

https://medium.com/nevertheless-podcast/stem-role-models-posters-2404424b37dd

07/02/2019

We are delighted to announce that Women in Power's Penelope Twemlow will be debating in the AFFIRMATIVE team at this years Institute of Managers and Leaders International Women’s Day Great Debate in Brisbane.

Join us on the 8th of March as we debate whether women need the cooperation of men to succeed in 2019. Save your seat here: https://iml.click/IWD2019_Brisbane.



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20/12/2018

Very honored to be included in Femeconomy's Female Leader ebook. What a wonderful array of talented women!

Women represent about 13% of quoted media sources when it comes to business. So, the stories of Australian female leaders go largely untold. Femeconomy’s female leader interviews with our community are a way to remedy this imbalance for the women achieving outstanding results in business.

These 13 trailblazing female leaders’ stories, wisdom and friendship have left an indelible imprint on us, as they will on you. Enjoy!

- Sam Trattles Founder, The Other Side of the Table
- Pollyanna Lenkic
- Michelle Redfern, Advancing Women in Business & Sport
- Amanda Webb, CEO, Xplore for Success
- Kyelie Baxter, Owner, IQ Accountants
- Brooke MacGregor, Managing Director, Genergy Australia & Tammy Stanton, Director, Platinum Electricians Morningside - both Women in Power
- Caroline McGuire, Non-Executive Director & Owner, Clariti Consulting
- Dr Cathryn Lloyd, Owner, Maverick Minds
- Gillian Corban & Amanda Blair, Owners, Corban & Blair
- Judith Treanor, Owner, Temples and Markets and The Pop Up Collective
- Cecily McGuckin, CEO, Queensland Steel & Sheet
- Victoria Kluth, Managing Director, Araza
- Daile Drevins, Director, SALT.design

http://online.fliphtml5.com/bzrz/igct/

02/12/2018

Pop Quiz, Monday with Penelope Twemlow

Great article with The Startup Growth, talking all things Women in Power with Penelope Twemlow.

The Pop Quiz, Monday is a fun little exam that we love to give to savvy business owners. The examination is not a surprise after all since the interviewee already knew about the questions in advanc…

28/11/2018

Next year booking dates for our safety presentation are out. Please call us to book in.

15/11/2018

Last year, we extended our remit beyond that of the energy sectors so that we can advance and empower all people in all industries. This morning, our Chairwoman was the opening plenary keynote speaker at the 2019 Finance and Treasury Association Conference where she discussed the future of work, skills of the future and leadership.

The future is yours for the taking. 🎤👏👠👩🏻‍🏫

13/11/2018

Our last kindy for the year. We got most hands up when asked “Who wants to be an electrician when they grow up?”. Here’s to a fantastic 2018 of challenging stereotypes with nearly 500 children given hard hats to take home. We are very much looking forward to even more next year. Thank you to all those that have helped us throughout the year. 😘

08/11/2018

Two years since this photo was taken and so much has happened! Looking forward to the future with empowered and amazing women.

Brooke MacGregor Tam Stanton Trina Hockley Penelope Twemlow

08/11/2018

Goodstart Early Learning Mount Warren has it right - ‘Together there’s no limit.’

Women in Power attended kindy this morning to teach them about electrical safety. We have 45 new electricians joining us shortly.

07/11/2018

Queensland Women

A total of ten women have made this year’s Young Rich List, compared to nine in 2017 and eight in 2016. With the list only encompassing women under 40, it highlights we still have a way to go, even at this level, to close the gender pay gap.
http://bit.ly/p3wCZX

02/11/2018

Women in Power's Directors, Trina Hockley and Penelope Twemlow, were honoured to attend the Griffith Business School Gala Dinner and Awards last night.

Women in Power are proud to partner with and support Griffith Business School, ensuring our future leaders and changemakers are skilled, knowledgeable, innovative and remarkable.

10/10/2018

Just did the ultimate presentation ....65 prep kids and we are still standing..... just....

12/09/2018

16/08/2018

Women need to change their mindset at early age when it comes to careers

https://www.google.com.au/amp/s/www.changecorner.com.au/current-news/2018/4/29/women-need-to-change-mindset-at-early-age-when-it-comes-to-careers%3fformat=amp

After 10 years as a warfare officer and police investigator in the navy, Penelope Twemlow decided to leave the Australian Defence Force and join a consultancy firm. However, it didn’t take long for her to decide that she would be better off starting her own business. Find what she learnt!

18/07/2018

Another kindy done and more young minds challenged.

16/07/2018

Female Leaders, Brooke MacGregor & Tammy Stanton, Women in Power - Femeconomy

We are still plugging away at making change and being visible.
https://femeconomy.com/female-leaders-brooke-macgregor-tammy-stanton-women-in-power/

Brooke MacGregor and Tammy Stanton are on a mission to increase the representation of women in the Electrotechnology Industry.

15/03/2018

We are quietly working hard to change the stereotypes of women in construction.

24/11/2017

Women in STEM Careers - Training.com.au

Women Are Changing the World, And So Can You

Women are the key to future success in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths, especially in Australia. While often underrepresented in employment; the skills, insights and talents they can offer are second-to-none. You don’t have to be an Einstein to enter these rewarding career paths; nor do you have to be male. The world is full of opportunities in STEM for women and it’s only just the beginning.

To learn more about exactly what is possible in STEM, we sat down with Penelope Twemlow, an inspiring author, motivational speaker and advocate for women in STEM in Australia.

Energy Skills Queensland

Women are shaping the way for breakthroughs in science, technology, engineering and maths. Find out how you can be a part of these promising STEM careers

16/10/2017

Job and education prospects are positive for school students undertaking vocational education and training (VET), according to new National Centre for Vocational Education Research. Five years after participating in VET, 87% of students were working, studying or both, with 78% either working or working while studying and 9% studying only.
More on VET in Schools in Queensland: training.qld.gov.au/vetis.

26/09/2017

The idea of an apprenticeship is expanding as other sectors realise its benefits, following the introduction of higher-level apprenticeships.

A pilot program designed to encourage those without a university education to take up careers in the , , and services sectors has resulted in more than 160 people recently starting an 18-month .

The apprentices will undertake diploma, advanced diploma or associate
degree qualifications as part of their .

15/09/2017

Inspiring Rare Birds

Inspiring Rare Birds

Former Googler, game changing CEO and tech entrepreneur.

https://innotechtoday.com/meet-falon-fatemi/

15/09/2017

Clean Energy Council - Women in Renewables

2018 Women in Renewables Scholarship - Applications open

The Clean Energy Council (CEC) is committed to improving gender diversity in the renewable energy industry, including on boards as directors. To support this goal the CEC is proud to be offering the third annual Women in Renewables Scholarship.

The Clean Energy Council has established a Women in Renewables initiative that aims to achieve a better gender balance at all levels of the renewable energy industry. We will update this page with future Women in Renewable events.

13/09/2017

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Oprah famously said that “We can't become what we need to be by remaining what we are”.

We are faced with instances of choice and indecision every day of our lives. At work, it might be frustration with the status quo, of being constantly passed over for a male colleague; it might be the feeling of fighting a no-win battle.

The identified problems are similar and largely unchanged – gender inequality and balance; not being heard; no seat in the board room and so on… but the key as always is in finding the solution that works for you.

Join the ladies of Women in Power and wear the heels of the women trailblazers in Australia as our Chair, Penelope Twemlow shares her experience of being a woman in leadership.

This event gives you the wherewithal to network, speak with and benefit from hundreds of women with stories to tell.

If you are not in, you can’t win. Put yourself out there. Get in the game. Enhance your network.

Take the next step in closing the gender leadership gap – attend the Women in Leadership event and get the full on-site experience.

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08/09/2017

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