Women’s charity WIZO have created a new collective for the women of Leeds.
Women Leading the Way (WLTW) is a WIZO network collective that is reintroducing WIZO to a new generation in Leeds. The project seeks to shine a light on the value of women and their contribution across every spectrum of society.
Since launching, there have been four workshops held with a focus on self- development and issues that resonate with women, as well as a chance to network and socialise with friends, old and new. The most recent event was led by JLife Columnist Juliet Shenderey of Shenderey Events and centred on overcoming challenges and stepping out of your comfort zone.
All proceeds of WLTW are being donated to WIZO’s Emergency Appeal, to provide immediate mental health support, such as psychological support, trauma management, and grief counselling. As well as practical support for vulnerable communities, displaced families, at risk students, and children in crisis.
A second strand of the collective focuses on arranging stand-alone volunteering projects, the first of which was in conjunction with Leeds Jewish Welfare Board, showing staff and residents how to make two traditional Shabbat dishes in the board’s three Learning Disability Houses.
WLTW is a programme for the protection, education, and development of women to ensure they reach their full potential by becoming fulfilled individuals and contributing citizens. With WIZO being established by and driven by women, WLTW is the perfect collective for the charity, to help lead the way to a better future for all.
