A few weeks past, hundreds of high-powered women (and some men) converged on the seaside resort of Deauville, France for the fifth Global Meeting of the Women's Forum on Economy and Society. This so-called "Davos for Women" focused on the contributions which women have or could make as leaders, particularly in business and entrepreneurship. The global recession has forced the issue of corporate leadership and management style and practice, with many women seeing their feminine qualities as a significant component of a more responsible leadership ethos. Other gender issues, including tokenism in the boardroom, women's role in the post-conflict reconciliation process, and future trends of gender equality, were included in a broader agenda covering economic, business, and social issues.
Started and run by GBSN Board Member Aude de Thuin, the Women's Forum provides a relatively intimate setting for business leaders, entrepreneurs, activists and government figures to discuss and promote women's vision on current economic and social issues of great import.
To read more about this year's forum, check out the New York Times' article, which includes commentary from several distinguished attendees.
