The Network of Women in Events
(NOWIE) has unveiled a rebrand and launched individual and corporate memberships.
Established in 2013, NOWIE aims to create better
opportunities for women within the events industry through networking,
community, and fighting for improved representation of women in the workplace,
on panels, at awards, and in the media. It's known for its thriving online community, eclectic in-person networking events, and Level Up mentoring scheme.
Kevern said: “NOWIE’s purpose is creating better opportunities for women (by women!) in the events industry, at all career stages. This relaunch has been invaluable, getting us laser-focused on our aims for the future. This is only the start.”
NOWIE has also transitioned from a not-for-profit organisation turned community interest company (CIC), championing gender equality and opportunities for women in the events
industry.
“After being entirely volunteer-run for over a decade, this feels like one of the most significant changes we have made for NOWIE", added Kevern. "We’re now moving towards a model that enables us to pay our team for their time, which we’ve always been deeply passionate and outspoken about.”
With more than 10,000 current members on Facebook and LinkedIn, NOWIE's efforts to create accessible, welcoming networking opportunities for women have
led to nationwide regional events celebrating International Women’s Day,
city-wide scavenger hunts, and its signature Speed Networking sessions
appearing at various industry events.
NOWIE is now offering a membership area with new features, with Safe Events Global already confirmed as
a sponsor.
“The work Cat and the team at NOWIE do is both important and
inspiring," said Mark Breen, director of Safe Events Global. "In Safe Events Global, the majority of our full-time team is female.
We’ve seen first hand over the years the challenges women in the industry can
face and we believe those doing great work to address that should be supported.
So we are delighted to partner with NOWIE and are very excited to see their
plans for the organisation come to fruition in the coming months and years.”
“Our Facebook community group will
remain free, we always want there to be an option that is accessible to
absolutely everyone,” added Kevern. “We have affordable options for individuals,
corporate membership packages, and even ally memberships for those looking to
support NOWIE’s mission.
"This system will enable us to level up our offering,
best support our community, and drive significant change in the industry. It will also allow us to invest in our team, ensuring
that we can hire and fairly compensate skilled professionals who are dedicated
to NOWIE’s success. This will enhance our operational efficiency and provide
even greater support for our community. Watch this space - we’ve got big
plans.”
NOWIE is still open to new
sponsorship and partnership collaborations. To learn more, visit https://www.nowie.org/sponsorship-and-partnership-opportunities
All membership packages are
available via NOWIE’s website https://www.nowie.org/
