A chance for female leadership and to advocate for gender equality in the workplace: Apply for Girls Takeover 2022!
Stereotypes hold girls back in how they see themselves, how they are treated and the opportunities they have throughout their lives. Plan International has organised Girls Takeover campaigns globally since 2016. By occupying spaces and places where they are rarely seen or heard in, girls and young women demand actions and solutions to ensure all girls can learn, lead, decide and thrive.
Girls Takeover 2022
We are honoured to collaborate with the Consulate General of Finland in Hong Kong and Finnish Chamber in Hong Kong and offer our participants a chance to take over the two senior management roles on 11 Oct 2022, the International Day of the Girl Child. Through the takeover, we aim to change perceptions around what is possible for girls and young women as decision-makers, leaders, and change-makers.
Who will you take over?
1. Consul-General of the Consulate General of Finland in Hong Kong
Mr. Timo Kantola, Consul-General of the Consulate General of Finland in Hong Kong
About the Consulate General of Finland
The Consulate General of Finland in Hong Kong is the official representative of the Finnish Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Regions promoting bilateral relations between Finland and Hong Kong/Macao, including taking care of contacts with the local authorities and organizations and promoting the export and internationalization of the Finnish companies as well as supporting investments and tourism. The Consulate General engages in Team Finland cooperation both as part of Team Finland China and locally in Hong Kong together with the Finnish Chamber of Commerce and the Nordic Innovation House.
2. Executive Director at Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
Mr. Otto Tunturi, Executive Director at Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
About Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong (FinnCham) is an independent non-profit organisation positioned as a reliable platform for companies to explore opportunities in South China market. It is a focal point of business networking, knowledge sharing and enhancing market visibility. It also actively hosts business and social events to increase the mutual interaction of members within international business communities and governmental institutions.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for girls aged 15-22 years old who are ready to advocate for the enhancement of women’s rights in the workplace by taking the role of Executive Director at Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong.
Are you a believer in women’s power? Have some great thoughts on promoting girls’ right in the workplace? Find yourself an overachiever? Enjoy meeting new people and expanding your network? If the answers are yes, then this campaign is just PERFECT FOR YOU!
Apply if you are:
- Young girls aged 15-22
- Passionate about girls’ equal rights in the workplace
- A believer in women’s power and influence
- Enthusiastic and ambitious
What can you expect?
Working as the Consul-General or Executive Director in leading change! You will spend the day learning and sharing your insights on women’s-related issues:
- Hands-on experience – Not just shadow as a Consul-General or an Executive Director, you ARE the Consul-General or Executive Director on takeover day!
- Advocate and lead the change– Deliver speech(es) advocating for gender equality in the workplace.
- Step into the Executive Director’s shoes– Acquire daily operations knowledge and equip a leader’s mindset of decision-making.
- Learn directly– Understand the operation of a Consul-General or a chamber of commerce.
Event Schedule (subject to change)
| Date |
Activities |
| 21 Jul 2022 (Thursday) |
Open to online application |
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September
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Workshops
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11 Oct 2022(Tuesday) |
Takeover Day |
How to apply
Please kindly fill in the application form online. (Application Deadline: 16 September, 2020 at 12:00 n.n)
For enquiries, please contact Youth Engagement and Education Officer, Ms. Kristy Yeung at 3405 5325 or [email protected]
