Women Leaders in Higher Education Summit

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Wed Sep 24, 08:00 - Thu Sep 25, 18:00

TheKerzner@UJ

ABOUT

Women Leaders in Higher Education Summit 2025


Theme: Sustaining Leadership Excellence: Women Shaping the Future of Higher Education

Date: 24 - 25 September 2025

Location: TheKerzner@UJ, Johannesburg, ZA 


Join us for the inaugural Women Leaders in Higher Education (WLHE) Summit, an empowering two-day event designed to celebrate, connect, and inspire women leaders in academia and higher education administration. This transformative summit aims to address the unique challenges faced by women leaders, drive collaboration, and equip participants with the tools and strategies to drive meaningful change in higher education for global sustainability.

With women making up nearly half of the global population, but still underrepresented in senior academic and leadership roles, this summit is a crucial step toward breaking barriers, fostering equity, and amplifying the voices of women in higher education. The event will bring together senior women leaders, emerging leaders, policymakers, and advocates to engage in thought-provoking discussions, skill-building workshops, and valuable networking opportunities.


Key Features

  • Keynote and Plenary Speeches: Gain practical skills in strategic leadership, negotiation, and change management.
  • Panel Discussions: Learn from the experiences and insights of seasoned women leaders.
  • Mentorship Sessions: Build one-on-one connections with influential mentors in the field.
  • Networking Opportunities: Engage in meaningful conversations and expand your professional network.
  • Celebratory Formal Dinner: Celebrate women’s achievements with keynote speeches, cultural entertainment, and more.


Why Attend?

  • Empower yourself with strategies to navigate leadership challenges.
  • Connect with inspiring women leaders and advocates for gender equity.
  • Contribute to actionable recommendations for promoting gender balance in higher education.
  • Be part of a global movement to shape the future of higher education and sustainable development.


Who Should Attend?

  • Senior women leaders in academia and administration.
  • Emerging women leaders in higher education.
  • Policymakers, gender equity advocates, and stakeholders.
  • Representatives from higher education institutions, NGOs, and government sectors.


Be Part of the Change!

Let’s empower the next generation of women leaders in higher education to create a sustainable future. Reserve your seat today and join us in this important journey toward equity and innovation.


Register Now


For More Information, visit https://wlhe-summit.co.za/

ALL SPEAKERS

Keynote Speakers

Published at: 14-02-2025 20:42


  • H.E. Prof. Sarah Anyang Agbor – Former Commissioner for Human Resources, Science and Technology, African Union
  • Prof. Lisa-Dionne Morris – Professor, Public & Industry Understanding of Capability-Driven Design, University of Leeds, UK
  • Prof. Bolanle Akeredolu-Ale – Vice Rector, Pan African University, Yaoundé, Cameroon
  • Prof. Refilwe Phaswana – Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research & Innovation, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Prof. Tara Sabo-Attwood – Dean, Arnold School of Public Health, Henry Savage Jr. Professor in Environmental Quality and Global Health, USA
  • Prof. Mamokgethi Phakeng - Businesswoman & Tenth Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Town

Plenary Speakers

Published at: 14-02-2025 20:42


  • H.E. Mrs. Abigail Marshall-Katung – Lord Mayor of Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Prof. Ntebogeng Mokgalaka-Fleischmann – Executive Dean, Faculty of Science, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa
  • Prof. Esther Titilayo Akinlabi – Deputy Faculty Pro Vice Chancellor (Research & Knowledge Exchange), Northumbria University, UK


Panelist Speakers

Published at: 14-02-2025 20:42


  • Prof. Frances Separovic – Foreign Secretary, The Australian Academy of Science
  • Dr. Sally Osei-Appiah – EDI Learning and Development Manager, University of Leeds
  • Prof. Bernadine Idowu – Professor of Biomedical Sciences, University of West London
  • Dr. Edith Phalane – Research Manager, Project Manager/Specialist, University of Johannesburg
  • Dr. Palesa Mothapo – Director: Research Support Management, Nelson Mandela University
  • Prof. Nita Inderlal Sukdeo - Associate Professor, University of Johannesburg
  • Prof. Oluwakemi Enitan Fapojuwo - Professor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta,
  • Ana Cione - Product Safety Technical Lead in Science Strategy, Syngenta

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