Women's Empowerment Network: Catalyst for Trade, Business, and Leadership

At GTPA, we are committed to fostering gender equality and empowering women across the globe to thrive in the realms of trade, business, and leadership.

Our Women's Programs are meticulously curated initiatives designed to equip women with the knowledge, skills, and networks necessary to excel in their respective fields.

With a focus on promoting inclusivity, innovation, and sustainable growth, our programs provide a supportive environment where women can enhance their capabilities, expand their horizons, and unlock their full potential.

Whether it's breaking through barriers in global business, overcoming ageism in the workplace, or advancing trade and climate leadership, our programs offer transformative experiences tailored to address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by women today.

Through a combination of advanced training sessions, immersive field experiences, mentorship opportunities, and networking events, participants in our programs gain invaluable insights, forge meaningful connections, and develop actionable strategies for success. From building resilient businesses to driving positive change in their communities, our participants emerge empowered to lead with confidence and impact.

Join us on a journey of empowerment, collaboration, and growth. Together, let's create a future where women thrive, businesses prosper, and community’s flourish.

Program 1: Advanced Women in Global Business Growth Program

An all-encompassing initiative crafted to empower women entrepreneurs for success on the global stage. Through a fusion of advanced workshops, immersive experiences, and tailored field trips, participants will acquire the essential skills, knowledge, and networks imperative for expanding their businesses internationally.

The program is designed to cultivate collaboration, spur innovation, and foster sustainable growth among women-led enterprises.

Upon program completion, participants will receive continued support via alumni networks, online resources, and follow-up sessions, ensuring they have ongoing guidance and assistance in implementing their export strategies and scaling their businesses internationally.

Program 2: Global Trade Mission Mastery Program

Embark on a transformative journey with the Global Trade Mission Mastery Program, meticulously crafted to empower participants with the skills, knowledge, and strategies necessary for triumphing in international trade missions.

Dive into a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide participants with a profound understanding of trade mission dynamics. From mastering effective networking and negotiation techniques to formulating strategies for capitalising on opportunities and fostering global business growth, this program covers it all.

Key topic areas include:

• Foundations of International Trade Missions
• Advanced Networking and Relationship Building
• Negotiation Skills Tailored for International Business
• Strategies for Maximising Trade Mission Opportunities

Following the training program, participants will embark on a customised trade mission to a carefully selected market, curated exclusively for specific industry sectors. This immersive mission encompasses networking events, field trips, targeted business matching, industry-specific site visits, governmental meetings, cultural immersion experiences, strategy development sessions, personalised consultations, and reflective gatherings.

Upon the mission's conclusion, participants will engage in a follow-up webinar, delving into leveraging Trade Mission Insights for Business Growth, ensuring a seamless transition from mission experience to tangible business success.

Program 3: Global Trade Fair Mastery Program

The Global Trade Fair Mastery Program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip participants with essential skills, knowledge, and strategies to maximize their effectiveness in global trade fair participation. Delve into key topic areas including understanding trade fairs, preparing for participation, networking and relationship building, and maintaining opportunities.

Key topic areas include:

• Understanding Trade Fairs
• Preparing for Trade Fair Participation
• Networking and Relationship Building
• Maintaining Trade Fair Opportunities

Following the training program, participants embark on a customised Trade Fair/Exhibition Mission, spanning 5-7 days depending on the Expo. Our goal is to provide hands-on experience, enabling participants to effectively showcase their offerings, network with international contacts, and capitalise on business growth opportunities.

Upon conclusion, the Trade Fair Debriefing and Action Planning Session serves as a post-activity for participants to reflect on their experiences, evaluate performance, and develop actionable strategies for post-fair follow-up and business growth. The session includes interactive workshops, group discussions, and action planning exercises to facilitate reflection and planning.

Program 4: Breaking the Age Barrier: Empowering Women Over 40 for Workplace Success

This pioneering program addresses the pervasive issue of ageism in today's workplace, particularly affecting mid-career women. Ageism manifests through biased hiring practices, limited career advancement opportunities, and stereotypes that undervalue the capabilities of older employees.

By equipping women with tools and resources to enhance their skills and assert their value in the workforce, this program aims to challenge age-related biases and promote workplace inclusivity. Through a holistic curriculum encompassing digital training, leadership development, and personal branding strategies, participants will emerge empowered to thrive in modern workplaces and advocate for age inclusivity.

Program 5: Leadership Program: Advancing Trade and Climate Leadership

The Women's Leadership Program in Advanced Trade and Climate Leadership is tailored to empower women in business and policy leadership roles, equipping them to navigate the complexities of global trade dynamics while addressing sustainability and climate challenges.

Through a 10-day intensive training program covering advanced trade dynamics, climate leadership, and leadership development, participants will gain comprehensive insights and skills.

Additionally, the program offers a 4-day field trip, providing immersive experiences in sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, indigenous perspectives, and sustainable tourism.

Participants also have the option to participate in the Festival of Inclusive Trade and a delegate mission to the WTO Public Forum.