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Experts, campaigners and women talk solutions

Curated to give a voice to young women, empower them to fulfil their potential, and spread a ripple effect of positivity that helps everyone thrive, The Ripple Effect Live was an event to remember. Here’s the lowdown on an exceptional evening packed with personal stories, practical advice and solution-finding that enlightened, informed and inspired

<p>Presenter AJ Odudu believes we need to celebrate our successes and stop and take stock of the here and now</p>

AJ Odudu: ‘We all need to be kind to ourselves’

Despite a stellar career in front of the camera, the presenter reveals that she too has experienced the feelings of anxiety and self-doubt triggered by imposter syndrome, which affects over half of UK women

<p>Via initiatives that boost financial and entrepreneurial skills, Galaxy is helping women in cocoa-farming communities thrive </p>

She-conomics: how empowering women financially helps everyone thrive

To make effective and long-term societal change that truly empowers women, financial equity is key. Here we explore how empowering women economically benefits them, their families and communities

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