Pinky Lilani | CBE DL, Founder & Chair, Women of the Future Programme
- Pinky is the Founder and Chair of the Women of the Future Program.
- She is a trailblazing advocate for gender equality, diversity and inclusion.
Podcast
Overview
In a world where gender equality and diversity take centre stage, Pinky Lilani, a trailblazing advocate based in London, is leading a transformative movement through the Women of the Future program. Recognised for her exceptional service to charity and commitment to empowering women, Lilani shares her inspiring journey and discusses the evolution of the program, which aims to nurture and uplift the next generation of women leaders globally. Explore the profound values, adaptive strategies, and impactful initiatives that define her vision for a more inclusive and empowered future.
[00:37] – About Pinky Lilani
- Pinky is the Founder and Chair of the Women of the Future Program.
- She is a trailblazing advocate for gender equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Pinky was appointed as Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE).
- She was honoured as the Commander of the British or Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for services to women in business.
- Currently, she is the Deputy Lieutenant for Greater London.
[06:25] – What are some of the most pressing challenges young women face?
- It is getting recognition.
- They feel discriminated against by the other gender.
- They also have the challenge of having a family and children and trying to make everything work together.
- The main thing for them is to get the promotions.
[08:08] – How does the program address the challenges for women?
- By organising sessions that focus on various topics relevant to young women, such as becoming a board member or CEO and building networks.
- Additionally, the Women of the Future Network, school programs, and summits provide support and opportunities.
- The program encourages women to embrace challenges, and take risks and offers mentorship to help them navigate their journeys.
[13:30] – How does your program address issues like gender bias, stereotypes and societal expectations?
- The program addresses these issues by bringing in experts and specialists who work on these topics.
- Different regions may have different challenges, so the program seeks to understand and address them accordingly.
- By involving individuals working on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, the program aims to provide insights and solutions for participants.
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Learn more about Pinky Lilani: LinkedIn
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- Pinky is the Founder and Chair of the Women of the Future Program.
- She is a trailblazing advocate for gender equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Pinky was appointed as Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE).
- She was honoured as the Commander of the British or Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for services to women in business.
- Currently, she is the Deputy Lieutenant for Greater London.
