Inspiring Women
Inspiring Women for staff
Welcome to Inspiring Women Events, which are a series of occasional one-hour lunchtime talks by female speakers. These talks are then followed by interactive workshops to support your career development and/or networking. The initiative was established in order to encourage and inspire female staff at Warwick, to learn from other women, share their own experiences and to meet with colleagues they may not otherwise encounter on campus.
Staff events are open to all.
Inspiring Women for Staff - Next Event!
Lunch and Learn – Mentoring (Being & Finding)
Join us for a relaxed yet empowering ‘Lunch and Learn’ session focused on mentoring—whether you're looking to become a mentor, find one, or simply understand how mentoring can support your personal and professional growth. This interactive hour will cover:
- The fundamentals of mentoring roles
- How to find the right mentor for you
- Setting boundaries and contracting techniques
- What to look for in a mentor or mentee
- Managing mentoring relationships effectively
- Launch of the Inspiring Women Peer Mentor Directory
- A practical mentee checklist to guide your journey
When: Wednesday 05 November 2025 from 1.30pm - 2.30pm
Venue will be confirmed nearer the time.
Spaces are limited, so please register to attend hereLink opens in a new window.
The event will be presented by one of our Inspiring Women co-organisers.
This is a wonderful opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired by the women around you.
There are no refreshments provided at this event. Please bring your packed lunch or refreshments if needed.
We look forward to welcoming you!
IMPORTANT: Please look out for future events which will be advertised on this webpage. Alternatively, you may wish to join our MS Teams Group for Staff only. Please Register here for MS Teams Group.
Meet the Team
We are delighted to welcome you. Here is the Inspiring Women at Warwick events organising team:
Shera Payne - Warwick Accommodation
Amanda Bishop - School of Engineering
Annie Davey - Information & Digital Group
Ali Collins - Student Opportunity
Georgina Lewis - Warwick Manufacturing Group
Simran Panesar - Alumni and Development
Becky Harris - Warwick Business School
Sarah Bennett - Student Opportunity
We look forward to meeting you at the next event, and always welcome feedback on what further opportunities you would like to see.
Please spread the word about these events which are open to all colleagues regardless of gender.
You can get in contact with us at: StaffInspiringWomen@warwick.ac.uk
Founder Anne Wilson retires from the University
Anne founded IWW over 10 years ago when she saw a need to have a women's network group that encouraged the career development of female staff at the University of Warwick. Anne retired in July 2024, and is now a freelance trainer - mostly women's development and career coaching. You can read her blog: https://thecareercatalyst.co.uk/
Gender Equality Awards Success
The Inspiring Women Staff Group was recognised in the Social Inclusion Excellence in Gender Equality Awards 2023 for its "...contribution to the enhancement of gender equality and a commitment to building more inclusive environments and experiences through everyday behaviours at the University of Warwick."
Previous Speakers
The Inspiring Women initiative was launched in 2014 in order to inspire and encourage Warwick’s many talented and capable female staff.
The very popular Inspiring Women speaker series features a mixture of academic and professional services staff, prominent Warwick alumni and other high-profile women across a range of careers. Read more about our past events and speakers.Link opens in a new window
Helpful Links
Athena SwanLink opens in a new window
To champion advancement of gender equality at all levels in the University.
Excellence in Gender Equality AwardsLink opens in a new window
Created to celebrate individuals and teams making a positive difference on gender equality across the University and share best practice.
Equality Act 2010Link opens in a new window
Thrive Personal Development ProgrammeLink opens in a new window
Personal development training for female students.