Ambitious Women's Guide

Art as Activism: Victoria Gugenheim on Empowering Through Expression

Introducing Victoria Gugenheim – World of Body Painting and Human Rights Campaigner 🌟 Part of the award-winning Women Change Makers Exhibition 🏆 Recipient of the GlobalWIIN Special Recognition Award 2024 In this compelling episode of the Women Change Makers podcast, we engagewith Victoria Gugenheim, a renowned artist whose work transcendstraditional boundaries to champion inclusivity and human rights. Recognized forher innovative body art, Victoria utilizes her craft as a medium for socialcommentary and empowerment. gugenheim.co.uk [https://www.gugenheim.co.uk/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Victoria shares her journey of using art to create safe spaces and amplify marginalizedvoices. Her collaborations with organizations such as the Council of Ex-Muslimsof Britain and the International Secular Humanist Conference highlight hercommitment to fostering dialogue and understanding through creative expression. gugenheim.co.uk [https://www.gugenheim.co.uk/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] This episode is part of the Women Change Makers Exhibition, a groundbreakingmultimedia project by photo-artist Clare Newton, celebrating trailblazing womenthrough large-format photography and personal audio stories. 🗺️Explore our UK tour and discover more at: www.womenchangemakers.co.uk [https://www.womenchangemakers.co.uk] #VictoriaGugenheim#ArtAsActivism #LGBTQAdvocate #InclusiveArt #WomenChangeMakers #ClareNewton#EmpowerThroughArt #PodcastEpisode #GlobalWIINAward

Dame Fiona Woolf – Breaking Barriers in the City

Dame Fiona Woolf proved that even the oldest traditions can be transformed. In this episode of The Ambitious Women Guide, we meet Dame Fiona Woolf, DBE, DL—only the second woman in over 800 years to serve as Lord Mayor of London (2013–2014). A highly respected lawyer and the first female partner at CMS Cameron McKenna in 1981, she has shaped her career with sharp focus and quiet confidence. Her year as Lord Mayor was defined by practical action: championing inclusion in City leadership through her "Power of Diversity" programme and opening doors for future generations. With a personal motto of "Get Lucky and Say Yes," Dame Fiona reflects on how being open to unexpected opportunities has shaped her path. This conversation is part of The Ambitious Women Guide, the oral histories strand of the award-winning Women Change Makers Exhibition—a multimedia project by photo-artist Clare Newton, featuring large-format portraits and personal stories from women who've left a lasting impact in their fields. 🌟Recipient of the GlobalWIIN Special Recognition Award 2024 #FionaWoolf#LordMayorLondon #WomenInLaw #CityLeadership #WomenChangeMakers #ClareNewton#GlobalWIIN #GetLuckySayYes #TheAmbitiousWomenGuide #OralHistories

Mining Equality: Barbara Dischinger's Quest for Inclusivity in the Extractive Industry

Featuring Barbara Dischinger – Founder ofInternational Women in Mining (IWiM) In this empowering episode of the Women Change Makers podcast, we speak with Barbara Dischinger, a trailblazer in promoting gender diversity within the mining sector. Barbara founded Women in Mining UK in 2006 and subsequently established International Women in Mining (IWiM) in 2007,creating a global platform advocating for the advancement and promotion of women in the mining industry. With a background in executive search and a passion for diversity and inclusion, Barbara discusses the challenges women face in the traditionally male-dominated mining industry and the strides being made towards inclusivity. Her work with IWiM has been instrumental in connecting women across the globe, fostering mentorship, and driving systemic change within the sector. Ambitious Women's Guide is the oral histories part of the Women Change Makers Exhibition, a groundbreaking multimedia project by photo-artist Clare Newton, celebrating trailblazing women through large-format photography and personal audio stories. 🗺️Explore our UK tour and discover more at: www.womenchangemakers.co.uk [https://www.womenchangemakers.co.uk] Barbara Dischinger, International Women in Mining, gender diversity in mining, women in extractive industries, Women Change Makers podcast, Clare Newton exhibition, GlobalWIIN Award 2024 #BarbaraDischinger#WomenInMining #GenderDiversity #MiningIndustry #WomenChangeMakers #ClareNewton#EmpowerWomen #PodcastEpisode #GlobalWIINAward

Injecting Hope: Professor Chloe Orkin MBE on Revolutionising HIV Therapy

Professor Chloe Orkin MBE – HIV Specialist and Medical Activist In this enlightening episode of the Women Change Makers podcast, we speak with Professor Chloe Orkin MBE, a leading figure in HIV medicine and a passionate advocate for health equity. As a Professor of HIV Medicine at Queen Mary University of London and Consultant Physician at Barts Health NHS Trust, Professor Orkin has led over 60 clinical trials, contributing to the licensing of 22 antiviral drugs. Notably, she was the global lead author for the FLAIR study, evaluating the first-ever long-acting injectable treatment for HIV.   Professor Orkin shares her journey from Johannesburg to the forefront of HIV research in the UK, highlighting her commitment to addressing health disparities and advocating for underrepresented groups. Her work extends beyond the lab, as she actively challenges gender and sexuality-based discrimination in medicine.   This episode is part of the Women Change Makers Exhibition, a groundbreaking multimedia project by photo-artist Clare Newton, celebrating trailblazing women through large-format photography and personal audio stories. 🌟 Ambitious Women's Guide is the Oral histories Part of the award-winning Women Change Makers Exhibition🏆 Recipient of the GlobalWIIN Special Recognition Award 2024 🗺️Explore our UK tour and discover more at: www.womenchangemakers.co.uk [https://www.womenchangemakers.co.uk] 🔍 SEO Keywords: Professor Chloe Orkin MBE, HIV therapy innovation, long-acting injectable HIV treatment, health equity in medicine, Women Change Makers podcast, Clare Newton exhibition, GlobalWIIN Award 2024 #ChloeOrkin#HIVInnovation #HealthEquity #WomenInMedicine #WomenChangeMakers #ClareNewton#EmpowerWomen #PodcastEpisode #GlobalWIINAward

Eleanor Mills – Redefining Midlife with the Queenager Movement

Eleanor Mills - discusses where wisdom blooms and life begins In this episode of The Ambitious Women Guide, we explore the work of Eleanor Mills, a seasoned journalist and former editorial director of The Sunday Times. After her own midlife career transition, Mills founded Noon.org.uk, an online platform dedicated to supporting women in midlife. She also coined the term "Queenager" to describe women embracing this stage of life with confidence and purpose. Mills' podcast, The Queenager, delves into topics ranging from career changes to societal perceptions of aging, aiming to reshape the narrative around women over 50. Her work highlights the challenges and opportunities that come with this life stage, encouraging women to pursue new ventures and redefine success on their own terms. This episode is part of The Ambitious Women Guide, the oral histories segment of the award-winning Women Change Makers Exhibition—a multimedia project by photo-artist Clare Newton, featuring large-format portraits and personal stories from women who've made significant impacts in their fields. 🌟Recipient of the GlobalWIIN Special Recognition Award 2024 #EleanorMills#Queenager #MidlifeWomen #WomenInMedia #WomenChangeMakers #ClareNewton#GlobalWIIN #TheAmbitiousWomenGuide #OralHistories