Applications for EMPOWER, Cohort #7 now closed!
Are you:
In the last two years of your University studies, or recently graduated?
A HK Permanent Resident?
A woman of ethnic minority background?
Ready to take control of your own success?
Eager to create the future you deserve?
Then EMPOWER is for you!
This 9-month program helps you
create a career vision
enhance your visibility to future employers
build and develop your professional network in Hong Kong
write a compelling CV
prepare for job interview
gain access to internship opportunities
understand professional business etiquette
manage your personal finances
communicate with confidence
and be EMPOWERed to fearlessly enter the professional business world
Why you should join EMPOWER (according to our Alumni)
"EMPOWER will assist you all-round in-terms of finding jobs, career guidance and learning new skills"
- Sabar
What to expect from EMPOWER:
During the program, you’ll be supported by a dedicated group of professional women from various backgrounds and exposed to a wide variety of industries, corporates and people of interest. Plus, you become part of a community of like-minded, inspiring and ambitious peers. And make lots of new friends!
Over the course of 6 workshops (and 1 graduation!) you’ll be going on a journey of personal and professional development, preparing you for successful entry into the professional business world and to your chosen profession.
25/9
Wednesday 25 September 2024
EMPOWERed Vision:
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Your Desired future
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Articulate what you stand for in life and how you will accomplish it
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Creating a career vision for yourself
22/10
Tuesday 22 October 2024
EMPOWERed Message:
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Talk the talk
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Understand effective professional communication skills
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Write a compelling CV
28/11
Thursday 28 November 2024
EMPOWERed Interviewing:
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Prepare for corporate job and internship interviews
Get the inside view from recruiters & employers
Practise and get feedback on interview skills
22/1
Wednesday 22 January 2025
EMPOWERed Careers:
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Create your Future
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Learn from the career journeys of successful leaders/executives
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Receive career coaching and advise
25/2
Tuesday 25 February 2025
EMPOWERed Behaviour:
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Professional Conduct
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Understand Business Etiquette
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Develop self-confidence in professional settings
27/3
Thursday 27 March 2025
EMPOWERed Futures:
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Money Matters
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Understand financial acumen
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Manage personal finances
25/4
Friday 25 April 2025
EMPOWERed YOU!
GRADUATION & CELEBRATION
*dates may be subject to change
How EMPOWER has helped our participants
"EMPOWER taught me how to be the key candidate for every job I applied for. From before and after joining EMPOWER, I have seen a huge improvement in my CV and interview skills."
- Tayyeba
15 July
Applications
open
23 August
Applications
close
26-30 August
Interviews
1 September
Official start EMPOWER #7
25 September
Workshop 1
FAQ EMPOWER
How much does it cost?
What if I miss a workshop?
Where and when do the workshops take place?
Do we meet up socially as well?
The workshops are in the evening. Does that mean I have to skip dinner?
Do you provide other support as well?
Will I be given an internship?
What about financial support?
Companies who have supported EMPOWER
