Showcasing BPW: Showcasing BPW Business and Professional Women Enter City or Region Ontario Enter Date


Showcasing BPW : Showcasing BPW “Women of the World – Working for Working Women” Welcome: Master of Ceremonies Introductions & Greetings: Special Guests Information Session Purpose & Agenda: About BPW: Four Corner Stones Five Levels Upcoming Events: 61st Provincial Conference in 2006 - Trenton, Ontario 41st National Convention in 2008 - Winnipeg, Manitoba 26th International Congress in 2008 - Merida, Mexico 51st CSW at the United Nations in February 2007 - New York Next steps/Question Period: forming a new club: Note: items related to forming a new club would only be incorporated if the presentation is serving as an information session “Join the club and be a voice for working women in your community”


Slide3: Leadership Skills & Career Advancement Professional Development BPW Membership Model 2000 “Meeting the Changing Needs of Members Across Time” Women’s Issues Advocacy & Awareness “A Club You Can Grow With” Adopted Convention 2000 Sault St. Marie Supportive Networking & Lasting Friendships


INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION (Founded in 1930): INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION (Founded in 1930) First international conference in Geneva, Switzerland in 1930. Sixteen nations were present. Among them were: Austria, Canada, China, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Hungary, Italy, Switzerland, United States. Canada was one of the five founding nations and member of the committee who drafted the adopted constitution. International Congress is held every three years 2005 International Congress was held in Lucerne, Switzerland, celebrating 75 years. International President Dr. Chonchanok (Nok) Viravano


Slide5: Opportunities to develop a deep understanding of current issues affecting women, through research, resolution development and debate Opportunities to shape our world and celebrate our accomplishments International Network - BPW & Young BPW members world wide Influence at United Nations as Category One Status through our international federation. BPW International "BPW International develops the professional and leadership potential of women on all levels through our mentoring, networking, skill building, and economic empowerment programs and projects around the world


UNITED NATIONS:: UNITED NATIONS: As a non-governmental organisation (NGO), BPW International was first granted Category 1, Consultative Status, with the United Nations in 1947. Consultation by representation in World Summits. The 51st session of the CSW meeting at the UN will be Feb/Mar 2007 Consultative Status


Women of the World: Women of the World "WOMEN OF THE WORLD"! BPW Canada Theme song To celebrate women's empowerment Written & performed by Jeanette Arsenault In support of BPW Canada Jeanette will contribute a portion of proceeds from the sale of each CD to BPW Canada Order Your CD today! Go to BPW Canada home page www.bpwcanada.com


2005 RESOLUTIONSInternational Congress: Crimes against humanity (Tokyo Tribunal) Submitted by BPW Canada Women and poverty Submitted by Regional Coordinator for Asia Pacific Post traumatic stress disorder Submitted by BPW Argentina Gender discrimination and aids Submitted by BPW New Zealand Leadership in water and sanitation areas Submitted by BPW Netherlands Exploitation of migrant women workers Submitted by BPW New Zealand Some of the Resolutions Debated 2005 RESOLUTIONS International Congress


2006 Resolutions National Convention : 2006 Resolutions National Convention National Child Care Special UN Agency for women Violence against women Human Trafficking Access to EI for Business owners and self-employed women Bottled water Water protection Protection of teen pregnancy Healthy communities..healthy youth Immigrant live-in care Review formula for private pensions and annuities


2006 Resolutions Provincial Conference : 2006 Resolutions Provincial Conference Funding for Independent Living Prevention and Healthy Education of Teenage Pregnancy Long-term Care Facility Funding Healthy Communities--Healthy Youth Preservation of Water Resources Ontario Disability Support Payments Bottled Water Standards


BPW Commendations: BPW Commendations At national conventions and provincial conferences in Ontario, BPW recognizes companies and organizations that have recently demonstrated support for equality for women. Recent Commendations awarded: Canadian Girls in Hockey Canadian Women’s Foundation Girls Fund Stephen Lewis, Special Envoy to UN, HIV/AIDS Girl Guides of Canada: You Go Girl Technology in Action Scotia Bank-Sponsorship of Women Abuse Research @ UWO McLeans Magazine Kelloggs: Cancer


Future Congress, Convention & Conference: Future Congress, Convention & Conference 2008 - 25th International Congress will be in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico 2008 - 41st National Convention, Winnipeg, Manitoba 2007 - 61st Provincial Conference, Trenton, Ontario Visit the International, National and Provincial websites for up-to-date information @ www.bpwintl.org www.bpw.ca www.bpwontario.org


BPW Canada : BPW Canada Career Skills Achievement Program General Business Studies Certificate Effective Meetings Concise Communication for Success Gender Equity Mentoring Business Etiquette Time Management Leadership for the 21st Century Additional Professional Development Formal: Monthly dinner meetings, guest speakers, special events, mentoring, provincial conferences, conventions and congresses. Informal: Sharing/mentoring and learning from a diverse membership comprised of a wide range of occupations and experience.


BPW Canada National Convention: BPW Canada National Convention Canadian Armed Forces Major Sponsor Sheila Crook, Past Provincial President Captain Stephen Churn, Colonel Cheryl D Lamerson and Petty Officer 1st Class Marsha Edlington 2006-2008 BPW National Executive


Congress, Convention and Conference Programs: Congress, Convention and Conference Programs Business sessions provide forum to discuss and debate the issues. Programs and Awards,Reports and Resolutions Workshops, seminars, and mentoring programs enrich the lives of all members. Emphasis on equal status for all working women. Young BPW actively participate in discussions and developing new programs. Networking and lasting friendships


Young BPW: Young BPW Spreading throughout the world! Patricia Prez President, BPW Toronto Lara Alexander Young BPW Chair 2004-6 Julie McSorley Young BPW Chair 2006-8 Darla Campbell Past President BPW Canada http://www.bpwintl.com/start.htm


Young BPWNew Member: Young BPW New Member Young BPW spreading throughout the world! Mentorship/Support Networking Giving women's issues a new voice: different experiences - different perspectives - new age, new issues, and/or common issues across time - recurring cycles/themes - learning from past & fresh eyes approach … just the right blend for the best of both worlds. Fun/Friendships that lead support beyond your personal lives and into your business life


International Projects: International Projects Women supporting Women through Project Five-0’s 26 Projects throughout the world BPW London Ontario Presented with certificate in New York For donation in support Of the Project Five-0 Nursing School in La Paz, Mexico For more information on Five-O Projects See: http://www.project-five-o.org


BPW Ontario: BPW Ontario 19 clubs across Ontario Submit and participate in resolutions debate and issue commendations that shape our provincial landscape. Provincial Conference June 1-3, 2007 in Trenton Develop leadership skills and discover how participation in BPW can advance your career BPW Ontario offers a series of Leadership Learning Modules for Success


Leadership Award: Leadership Award Presented to Theresa Habs BPW Barrie By President Sheila Crook With Leadership Committee Valerie Clarke & Ethel Clarke


Club Membership Award: Club Membership Award Presented to Katherine Allen President Toronto East By President Sheila Crook, and Susan Roback- Lescinsky


BPW Grass Roots:Local ClubsIt all begins at the local club level: BPW Grass Roots:Local Clubs It all begins at the local club level To form a local club all you need is: A belief in equality for all women A desire for improvement in the lives of women A minimum of 10 members to apply for a charter A minimum of 4 members willing to take on a leadership role for at least two years An exciting program for eight months of the year Check Ontario website for Programs with Panache at http://www.bpwontario.org See Sample Program…


Sample Club Program:: Sample Club Program: September - Showcasing BPW October - AIDS in our Own Backyard November - Gala Evening December - My Sisters Place January - Women’s New Role in the Military February - Closing the Gap March - Cover Your Assets April - Change the World from Where you Stand (Annual Meeting and Election of new Executive) May - Women in Research: A Woman’s View June - “Provincial Conference June 1-3, 2007” - Trenton


Join the Club: Experience the Power: Join the Club: Experience the Power Experience personal growth Make connections around the world Have a voice in local, provincial, national and international affairs affecting women Be a part of positive changes for working women


Next Steps….Forming a New Club: Next Steps….Forming a New Club Organizing Meetings…. Membership Registration Forms/Fees Key Leadership Roles: Defined and Filled Charter & By-Laws Program Developed Promotion-See Federation Promotion/Membership Learning Module:Spread the Word-Share the Power @ www.bpwontario.org Join BPW and discover your destiny. …Watch it grow.


Slide26: Leadership Skills & Career Advancement Professional Development BPW Membership Model 2000 “Meeting the Changing Needs of Members Across Time” Women’s Issues Advocacy & Awareness “A Club You Can Grow With” Adopted Convention 2000 Sault St. Marie Supportive Networking & Lasting Friendships