In celebration of International Women's Day 2025, we align with the theme: "Accelerate Action – Collectively, we can Accelerate Action for Gender Equality." In this spirit, AWIMA is excited to host a Virtual Fireside Chat, proudly sponsored by Women In Mining Ghana (WIM Ghana). 🗓 Date: 6th March 2025 ⏰Time: 04:00pm GMT 🌐 Platform: Virtual (Zoom) We are honored to feature Dr. Marit Y. Kitaw, Interim Director of the African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC), in conversation with Zenzi Awases President of AWIMA. This session will highlight practical steps to advance gender-inclusive policies, sustainability, and economic empowerment for women in mining—key pillars of Africa’s Mining Vision. We are honored to feature Dr. Marit Y. Kitaw, Interim Director of the African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC), in conversation with Zenzi Awases, President of AWIMA. 🔎 What’s in store?  This interactive session will: 📌practical steps to advance gender-inclusive policies, sustainability, and economic empowerment for women in mining— key pillars of the Africa Mining Vision (AMV). 📌Highlight the pivotal role of the African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC) in implementing Africa’s Mining Vision (AMV). 📌Explore gender-specific opportunities and the empowerment of women and youth in the mining industry. 📌Showcase practical steps to break down barriers and foster inclusive policies aligned with the African Union’s Agenda 2063. Who Should Join? ⛏️ Women in mining and mining enthusiasts. 🏦 Representatives from governments, businesses, and civil society organizations. 🏢Policymakers, government officials, and regulators. 💎Mining industry stakeholders and associations. 🏛️Development partners, NGOs, and advocacy groups. ✨ This is more than a discussion—it’s a call to action! Join us as we work together to accelerate change and build a more inclusive minerals development sector in Africa. 📲 Save your spot now: [https://lnkd.in/eu9Nc84e]