We are delighted to invite you to the event “Transforming Leadership: Lessons from Women in Defence and Security,” which will take place on December 11, 2024. This special event will bring together women leaders from defence, security, and legislation to discuss the evolving concept of leadership and its transformation through women’s contributions.  The event will provide opportunities for dialogue, networking, and collaboration to reflect on the achievements and future of women’s leadership in these critical sectors.

‍Highlights of the Event:

Keynote Speech: Natalka Cmoc, Ambassador of Canada to Ukraine, on global perspectives of women’s leadership.

Panel Discussion: Insights from women leaders across defence, law enforcement, and government.  

- Kateryna Chernogorenko, Deputy Minister of Defence

- Kateryna Pavlichenko, Police Major, Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine, Chair of the Board of the Ukrainian Association of Women in Law Enforcement (UAWLE)

- Kateryna Korniienko, Colonel, Head of the Civil-Military Cooperation Service at the Logistics Forces Command Headquarters of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and Board Member of “Women in Defence”

‍Interactive Session: An opportunity for participants to share reflections and engage with speakers.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals before and after the event.

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Event Details:

Date/Time: Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 17:45–20:30 (UKR time)  For offline participants registration starts at 17:45; event begins at 18:30. For online participants 18.30 is a start time. 

Location: The venue is in Central Kyiv and is online via Zoom. The venue and Zoom link will be announced to registered participants one day before the event. 

We look forward to your participation in this significant celebration. 

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