About us

The Professional Women of Colour (ProWoc) Network is a non-profit organisation that offers career and personal development opportunities for women of colour seeking to increase their visibility and impact in Denmark. Our aim is to help women connect, grow, and evolve in their professional pursuits.

Mission & Vision

Our mission is to build a strong network of professional women of colour in Denmark

  • whose members are focused on professional and personal growth
  • that enhances professional opportunities for women of colour
  • that empowers professional women of colour
  • that promotes positive images of women of colour

ProWoc and UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)

ProWoc’s mission, strategic aspirations and daily work contribute to selected UN Sustainable Development Goals. We strive towards gender equality and empowerment of females in the workplace and, in general, work towards reducing inequalities in income as well as those based on race, sex, ethnicity, origin, age, religion, disability, economic or other status. We subscribe to the principles of full and productive employment and decent work for all and our programing addresses the need for a healthy psychological well-being. We believe in allyship and collaboration and partner with all who support and work towards sustainable equity in the world.

3. Good health and well-being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

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5. Gender equality

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

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8. Decent work and economic growth

Promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all

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10. Reduce inequalities

Reduce inequality within and among countries

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17. Partnerships for the goals

Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development

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Our Focus Areas are:

1. Career Development

Developing and extending programmes, workshops, and tutorials from the subject matter experts on how professional women can develop their careers to meet their professional goals. We have a holistic approach and our programs range from crafting the right kind of CV to developing an overall professional presence and enhanced mental wellbeing. The workshops are tailored to the needs of the members of ProWoc.

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2. Mentoring & Coaching

Developing a cohesive programme that matches mentors, who are experts in their fields; with relevant mentees, who seek advice in developing new skills, career advancement, job search, or starting their own business. We also offer coaching to supplement our mentoring program.

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3. Social events

Developing events and programmes that are aimed at fostering relationships that go beyond work hours, and building a sense of camaraderie and friendship is the key focus.

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4. Network Membership

Focus is on growing a diverse and inclusive membership allowing individual members to maximize their connections and build relationships. We commit to providing our members with the best service and ensure that their voices are heard.

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5. Sponsorship and Liaison

Forging collaborative relationships with corporate entities and other relevant organizations in the public sphere. Liaising with key external stakeholders and allies to improve diversity and inclusion as well as to ensure relevant and programming for our members.

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6. Communications and Visibility

Providing information, updates, and developing platforms and channels to reach, inform and collect information about developments, events and workshops while positioning ProWoc for increased visibility is the key focus here.

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Network Membership

Want to become a Member?

ProWoc provides a shared platform for WoC to connect, grow, evolve, and affect change in the world around them.

Member profiles

Our members include ambitious and dynamic women who have reached, or are on the path towards, senior-level positions within their chosen profession. To create your member profile click the link below to log into our Members only network.

Questions?

We welcome your interest and questions. Please contact us directly and we will be happy to answer and tell you more about ProWoc.