Oct
31
to Mar 1

Navigating Gender Challenges in Male-Dominated Industries

Dates Times, Speakers and Joining info TBC

This webinar will explore the unique experiences, challenges, and strategies for women working in male-dominated fields, including fisheries, engineering, mining and farming. Featuring representatives from diverse sectors, the discussion will focus on overcoming barriers, building a community, navigating bias and sharing successful initiatives from each industry.

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Oct
31
to Mar 1

Women Leaders in Fisheries

Dates Times, Speakers and Joining info TBC

This webinar celebrates and explores the journeys of women leaders in fisheries. Featuring stories from trailblazing professionals, this session will highlight strategies for overcoming barriers, building leadership skills, and advancing in the industry.

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Nov
4
1:00 PM13:00

Funding Opportunities and Grants for Women in Fisheries

Dates Times, Speakers and Joining info TBC

This webinar will focus on identifying and applying for grants and funding resources for women in the fisheries sector. Attendees will gain insights into available funding, learn practical steps for successful grant applications, and hear real-life experiences from women who’ve navigated the funding process.

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Nov
4
1:00 PM13:00

Mental Health Support

Dates Times, Speakers and Joining info TBC

This webinar will address the mental health challenges that are unique to women working in fisheries, including isolation, industry stressors, and balancing work-life demands. We’ll focus on identifying signs of poor mental health, signposting support resources, and propose changes to workplace practices and policy  in order to better support wellbeing.

The aim of this webinar is to reduce stigma around discussing our wellbeing at work, provide practical support and access to resources, and continue to build a supportive community for all women in fisheries

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Inspiring careers for women in the fishing industry
Mar
20
12:00 PM12:00

Inspiring careers for women in the fishing industry

Join us for an exciting online event celebrating women in the fishing industry!

Our speakers will highlight different career paths while sharing their own experiences, challenges and ambitions. Whether you're already in the industry or just curious, please come and join us!

AGENDA

12:00 PM - 12:10 PM: Welcome and Introduction from Hannah Fennell, Co-Director, UK
- Hannah began working in the fishing sector as a researcher with Orkney Fisheries Association in 2017, before becoming CEO of Orkney Fisheries Association in 2020.

12:10 PM - 12:20: Emma Plotnek, Fishing into the Future

- Emma will share her career trajectory and offer useful tips on how to network and make connections - bringing in her experience of juggling childcare alongside full-time work.

12:20 PM - 12:30 PM: Elizabeth Atia, Fisherman

- Elizabeth Atia is part of the fishing crew working on an 8-meter inshore fishing boat (among many other hats including food and adventure blogging!). She's been fishing for a year now around the wild and remote Shetland Islands.

12:30 PM - 12:40 PM: PM: Kara Brydson, FIS

- Kara is the Executive Director of Fisheries Innovation & Sustainability (FIS), helping to make positive change for the seafood industry and the people driving it. Kara will share her experience and mention bursary opportunities for travel or study that might help you test the waters in your career!

12:40 PM - 12:50 PM: tbc

12:50 PM - 1:15 PM: Q&A

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88562811458

Meeting ID: 885 6281 1458

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Funding projects in the UK Fisheries and Seafood Sectors
Jul
7
11:00 AM11:00

Funding projects in the UK Fisheries and Seafood Sectors


This informal and friendly webinar will focus on explaining how you can apply for Government fisheries funding schemes across the UK

 Speakers

  • Lynn Fardon, Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS) Policy Lead, Defra

  • Victoria (Vicky) Bendall, Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS) Policy Advisor, Defra

  • Abby Johns, UK Seafood Fund Policy Advisor, Defra

  • Imogen Smith-Devey, Fishing Animateur

  • Freya Cohen, Fishing Animateur

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Vessel Safety Expert Webinar - hear the experts talk through the new Vessel Safety code and what it means for you
Jun
30
1:00 PM13:00

Vessel Safety Expert Webinar - hear the experts talk through the new Vessel Safety code and what it means for you

UK Women in Fisheries are bringing the experts in, to explain the new Under 15m Vessel Safety Code, and an opportunity to ask questions, and hear what other are doing in response.

Hear Clive Palfrey, Safety Adviser, and Charles Blyth, NFFO Risk & Safety Adviser, talk through what it means for you and your vessel

Don’t worry if you miss it, all webinars are recorded, and available via the private Facebook group.

Please noteMembers only event - join up for free here: https://www.women-fisheries.com/join

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