
09/09/2025
Liverpool City Region Race Equality Hub Partners with Global Visionary Women Network as Bronze Student Sponsor for GWLS25
Global Visionary Women Network (GVWN) is delighted to announce the Liverpool City Region Race Equality Hub as a Bronze Student Sponsor for the Ground-breaking Global Women Leadership Summit 2025 (GWLS25). The GWLS25 will take place from 23rd – 25th October 2025 at the Sir Peter Rigby Centre for Enterprise, University of Liverpool and Liverpool Hope University, Hope Park, Liverpool L16 9JD, respectively, uniting global leaders, innovators, and changemakers under the theme: “Leading with Purpose: Creating a Lasting Legacy.”
Through this generous sponsorship, the Race Equality Hub will provide six Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) students from Liverpool with a unique opportunity to participate in this landmark global summit, empowering the next generation of diverse leaders.
Student Benefits
The sponsored students will receive:
Full access to the summit on Days 2 & 3 (24th–25th October)
One-year GVWN Basic Student Membership
Exclusive mentoring sessions with summit mentors
Certificate of attendance and digital recognition
These benefits are designed to foster growth, leadership skills, and global exposure for aspiring young leaders in Liverpool.
This investment represents a powerful statement of commitment to breaking barriers, advancing equity, and empowering the next generation of leaders in our city.
We extend our deepest gratitude to the Race Equality Hub for leading the way.
Dr Sylvia Forchap-Likambi, Founder & Global Chair of Global Visionary Women Network and Host of GWLS25, expressed her heartfelt gratitude:
“We are profoundly grateful to the Liverpool City Region Race Equality Hub for this strategic partnership. By sponsoring six BAME students to participate in GWLS25 and develop their leadership skills beyond the summit, the Hub‘s commitment not only opens transformational opportunities for these students but also strengthens our city’s reputation as a champion of diversity, inclusivity, innovation, and visionary leadership. This collaboration invests in both our young people and the future prosperity of Liverpool. This act of commitment will leave a lasting legacy.”
Together, we can create legacies that transcend generations.
Now, we call on business leaders, educational institutions, and changemakers to follow their example—supporting and investing in the leaders of tomorrow.
Eligibility & Application Process
Open to students and aspiring leaders of BAME heritage, based in Liverpool.
Deadline for expressions of interest: 15th September 2025.
Funded places/bursaries will be awarded strictly on a first-come, first-served basis.
How to Apply:
Please submit your Expression of Interest (max. 300 words) online outlining your background, aspirations, and why you would benefit from attending GWLS25 using the link below.
Secure Your Funded Place Now:
www.globalvisionarywomen.org/press-release-liverpool-race-equality-hub-partners-with-global-visionary-women-network-as-bronze-student-sponsor-for-gwls25/
Or by using this link:
https://www.globalvisionarywomen.org/call-for-applications-funded-student-aspiring-leader-opportunities-at-gwls25/