The Week That Was: Women Leaders Influencing Societal Development

Women nowadays are fearlessly claiming their assertive spirit and demonstrating strong leadership skills while proving that they are just as capable in the backup positions as their male colleagues. These amazing female leaders are getting the public's attention for their managerial capabilities and a wide range of competencies. In the last decade, there has been a significant increase in women joining entrepreneurship and being very active in the business and corporate environments, which has led to a positive impact on societal development. What used to be a man's world is now increasingly seeing women participating and gaining visibility.

This week, Global Woman Leader Team is excited to present a fresh batch of trailblazing women who are not only breaking down barriers but also motivating others to dream big. As time goes on and with more successes, we are still celebrating the phenomenal feats of these incredible women.

Explore GWL’s news section to know more.

British Council Offers Fully Funded STEM Scholarships for Women

It is the sixth successive year that the British Council is sponsoring fully-funded scholarships for women interested in pursuing STEM education at universities in the UK, says a press release. The Women in STEM scholarship scheme is part of the British Council’s Going Global Partnerships project.

Global Women's Sports Revenues to Exceed $3 Billion in 2026

Global women’s sports revenues will surpass $3 billion in 2026 compared with $2.4 billion in 2025, according to an analysis carried out by Deloitte. The analysis indicates that the revenues generated through women's sport activities have risen by 340 percent within the last four years, thus boosting investments and encouraging further growth.

UK Appoints Mariella Frostrup as Women's Employment Ambassador

The UK government has appointed Mariella Frostrup as the nation’s first ambassador of Women’s Employment. She has been given the task of enhancing the conditions at workplaces, as well as keeping women engaged in employment opportunities.

SABCVA Organises Startup Pitch Competition in Virginia

A Startup Pitch Competition organized by the South Asian Business Council of Virginia (SABCVA) took place on March 29, 2026, in the Hyatt Regency Dulles. Entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and policymakers attended the event along with other businessmen.

Newsweek Women's Global Impact Forum 2026 Held in LA

At the 2026 Women’s Global Impact Forum hosted by Newsweek, Kristen Holmes Global Head of Performance and Principal Scientist at WHOOP and Holly Shelton Chief Product Officer at Oura, took the stage together to discuss the role of data from a wearable device in helping manage stress and better understand wellness decisions. The event took place on March 25, 2026, at London West Hollywood.