A transformational assembly of women leaders, visionaries, entrepreneurs, pioneers, and change-agents from across the globe.

GLOBAL WOMEN LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2026

The Global Women Leadership Summit 2026 (GWLS26) proudly returns for its eighth consecutive year as one of the world’s most influential platforms convening visionary women, thought leaders, pioneers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and global change agents committed to shaping the future of transformational leadership and inspiring generational impact and global change.

Taking place 6th–7th November 2026 at the state‑of‑the‑art Liverpool Hope University, Hope Park, L16 9JD, the summit will once again position Liverpool as a global hub for purpose‑driven leadership, innovation, and cross‑border collaboration. Daily sessions will run from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, followed by the prestigious Visionary Woman Awards Dinner on Saturday, 7th November, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM, where exceptional women whose leadership demonstrates sustained generational contribution and global relevance will be formally honoured.

This year’s theme, “The Visionary Woman: Leading with Authority, Inspiring Generational Impact & Global Transformation,” honours the transformational power of visionary women who lead with clarity, conviction, and purpose. It underscores how vision-driven leadership not only illuminates the path forward but also cultivates unshakeable confidence, ignites generational and cultural change, and produces tangible results that strengthen families, elevate organisations, and transform nations.

GWLS26 will feature high‑level keynote addresses, plenary sessions, strategic panel dialogues, masterclasses, and leadership clinics designed to equip women across governance, enterprise, academia, finance, innovation, faith, and public leadership. Delegates will engage with cutting‑edge frameworks that translate vision into measurable, sustainable, generational and global impact. The summit will also advance best practices in transformational leadership, economic empowerment, mentorship, and international collaboration.

Join the Largest Diverse Women's Leadership Summit.

Global Women Leadership Summit 2025 (GWLS25) returns for its seventh and most ambitious gathering yet. From 23rd to 25th October 2025, the iconic city of Liverpool will host a transformational assembly of women leaders, visionaries, entrepreneurs, pioneers, and change-agents from across the globe. This prestigious summit will unfold across multiple esteemed venues in Liverpool’s leading universities and will feature keynote speeches, plenary sessions, panel discussions, workshops, and masterclasses focused on purpose-driven leadership, sustainability, and global impact.

All proceeds from the summit will go towards Voice of Nations CIC’s Empowerment and Transformation Programmes, providing 100 young girls and women:

✅ Self-esteem, confidence, and leadership training

✅ One-to-one mentoring and coaching

✅ Cutting-edge personal development and transformation workshops and skills development

✅ Opportunities for women and young girls to thrive and excel in leadership positions

For every ticket purchased, you will be directly investing in the future of a woman or girl, helping them rewrite their stories and unlock their full potential-creating a lasting legacy and impact.

Featured Sessions

DAY 1: Thursday 23rd October 2025 from 5:30PM - 8:00PM– Opening Ceremony & Networking Dinner at The Sir Peter Rigby Centre For Enterprise, University of Liverpool, Brownlow Hill, L69 7ZX

Global Connections, Entrepreneurship Panel & Networking Dinner: A Night of Leadership, Inspiration, and Refreshments in Partnership with The Sir Peter Rigby Centre for Enterprise, University of Liverpool.

Panel Discussion: Purpose-Driven Disruption: Harnessing Entrepreneurship for Wealth Creation, Social Impact, and a Lasting Legacy

Day 2: Friday 24th October 2025 from 10:00AM - 6:00PM – The Power of Purposeful Leadership at Liverpool Hope University, Eden Building, Hope Park, L16 9JD

GWLS25 opens with distinguished keynotes and dynamic panels on purpose-driven leadership, legacy building, and integrity. Breakout masterclasses cover confidence, innovation, and storytelling for influence. Experts discuss effective communication, resilience, and sustainable business impact.

Engage with global trailblazers, explore leadership blueprints, and gain strategies to navigate change with vision and conviction. A transformative day of inspiration and empowerment.

Day 3: Saturday 25th October 2025 Day from 10:00AM - 6:00PM – The Power of Purposeful Leadership - Building a Lasting Legacy at the Liverpool Hope University, Eden Building, Hope Park, L16 9JD

The day begins with a Networking Breakfast & Speed Mentoring, followed by insightful Panels & Q&As on Resilient Leadership, Collaboration, and Legacy Beyond Leadership. Masterclasses cover Wealth Creation, Digital Transformation, and Sustaining Impact. The event concludes with Young Trailblazers’ Panel

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