International Women’s Day: Confronting Gender Bias Across Industries

SNIWWOC is a non-profit organization based in Victoria & Vancouver.  We advocate for reproductive justice by creating support networks for women using  food, art, and education.

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#BreakTheBias with us on March 8th as we discuss the impact of gender bias across diverse industries, and how we can overcome it together.

Let’s celebrate the achievement of women as we confront gender bias in every space in which we exist. This year’s International Women’s Day theme is #BreakTheBias. We are invited to imagine a world where gender equity exists, and take actionable steps toward that reality. The IWD organization identifies the following ”missions” to get us all moving toward that future:<ul><li>Build workplaces where women thrive</li><li>Elevate visibility of women creatives</li><li>Forge women’s empowerment worldwide</li><li>Forge women’s equity in tech</li><li>Celebrate the women forging change</li><li>Empower women’s choices in health</li></ul>(source: <a href="https://www.internationalwomensday.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.internationalwomensday.com</a> )Creating equity in the workplace for all genders is a necessary step toward a safer, more collaborative space for us all. SNIWWOC is pleased to invite four guest speakers to share about their experiences across their respective industries: fashion, sports, real estate and law. Our guests will share about their journey to success, the gender bias they face along the way, and some of the other intersecting issues they’ve encountered. Meet Our SpeakersIzabella Rampersaud

Izabella Rampersaud is a 21-year-old model and Assistant Buyer in the Fashion Industry. She was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta and moved to Toronto in 2019 to pursue an education in Fashion. Izabella attended Toronto Film school, and at her young age, was awarded a Diploma with Distinction in Marketing for Fashion &amp; Entertainment; graduating the accelerated program. She started her career in 2017 working as a sales associate at Foot Locker in Calgary. After moving east for school, Izabella was transferred to the Flagship store in Toronto and continued to work throughout her rigorous education. After she graduated, the company launched their summer internship program for the first time in Canada. Izabella was hired as one of three interns in the country, and was the first Toronto-based intern. Once she completed her internship, she naturally acclimated to her new role as a Merchandising Support Specialist on the Foot Locker North America team, working out of Wausau, Wisconsin. Izabella has always been passionate about the fashion industry, and has consistently set big goals for herself, and achieved every one of them. She soon came closer to her goal of becoming a Buyer by accepting a position as Assistant Buyer for Kid’s Athletics &amp; Initiatives at a designer company. Her dedication-led success story is bold and encouraging. Izabella’s journey reminds us to go after what we want, and stay true to our passion.Katie Collar

Katie Collar started her professional coaching career in 2015 after graduating as an NCAA D1 student-athlete out of Eastern Kentucky University. She began her coaching career in Nova Scotia, working in the youth club system and in the high performance stream before moving back to Calgary. There, she worked with the University of Calgary Dinos and Calgary Foothills Soccer Club. Katie has since progressed into a head coaching position with the Vancouver Whitecaps organization as the leader of the Calgary Regional Excel (REX) Program. Katie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, and is currently furthering her education as a candidate on the highest coaching license offered in Canada (Canada National A License), and a Master of High Performance Coaching and Technical Leadership degree out of the University of British Columbia. Katie is a proud supporter of women in sport and leadership, and has led a number of initiatives to support the recruitment, retention and progression of girls and women in sport. Katie is a fierce competitor, and her work in elevating women in this space has only just begun.Cheryl Sanguinetti

Cheryl Sanguinetti is the founder of The Mortgage Gallery. Based out of Calgary, Alberta, she helps clients across the country. In January of this year, she was recognized in the National top 20% of Mortgage Brokers for Invis. Cheryl’s mission is to provide information and guidance to her clients as she collaborates with them to advance their financial plan. Cheryl takes a holistic approach to mortgages because she believes the right mortgage can help to build wealth, free up cash flow, and keep more money in your pocket. Cheryl has been a passionate entrepreneur her entire life, and has over 25 years of experience in the real estate sector, private financing, marketing and administration. Her other full-time job is Mom to three young men. Recognizing what an individual can achieve, as well as the profound impact we can have on others, Cheryl is committed to modelling hard work and dedication for her boys. It is clear to all who know her, she values family and community most of all. When she's not either Brokering or Mothering, Cheryl loves to travel, practice yoga and spend time with her friends.__________________________________________We can’t wait to share with you, and hear from you! Join us on zoom:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84544257975Meeting ID: 845 <a href="" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">4425 7975</a>For media enquires, please contact domi@sniwwoc.ca at least 48 hours before the event. —We acknowledge that this event is hosted from the traditional territory of the Lekwungen people, currently and specifically the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations.

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