GWEC 2022 Women in Wind Global Leadership Program

Gender diversity drives innovation, opens new pathways for technology deployment, brings valuable perspectives to social and economic development and provides a richer pool of talent for key and emerging industries. In the landscape of global issues requiring strong leadership and a skilled workforce, few areas are as critical as the transition to a sustainable energy system. 

• Table of Content
• About Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC)
• Women in Wind Global Leadership Program
• Aim and Benefits of Women in Wind Global Leadership Program
• Requirements for Women in Wind Global Leadership Program Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Women in Wind Global Leadership Program

Application Deadline	20 Feb 2022
Country to study	Belgium
Type	Entrepreneurs
Sponsor	Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC)
Gender	Women

Aim and Benefits of Women in Wind Global Leadership Program

A mentorship program with monthly virtual meetings

A specially designed learning and development program, with knowledge transfer webinars and skill-building elements for leadership, communication, presentation and industry visibility

A week-long study tour in Europe, including an industry conference, visits and meetings at key institutions, facilities and company headquarters relevant to the wind sector, as well as high-level seminars and workshops (pending feasibility in 2022)

Network-building opportunities at major international energy events

An achievement ceremony for program completion

Requirements for Women in Wind Global Leadership Program Qualification

Applicants must be citizens or residents of the following emerging markets for wind power: Algeria, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Morocco, Philippines, Russia, Senegal, South Africa, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam.

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field;
• 4+ years of professional experience in the wind energy industry;
• A track record of leadership and achievement in professional career or otherwise; and
• Professional working proficiency in English (written and spoken).

Application Deadline

February 20, 2022

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) on gwec.net to apply

For more details, visit GWEC website.