Mentorship & Sponsorship as Catalysts for Personal and Professional Growth
Description
The presentation will explore the vital roles of mentoring and sponsorship in the professional development of women in neurology.
Women of the ANA: Conquering New Frontiers: Overcoming Challenges and Stepping Up to Promote Personal and Professional Growth*
Date: September 14, 2025
Time: 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
Track: Additional Lunch Workshop
Session Description
This session will explore the key strategies for navigating global career opportunities, overcoming challenges related to cultural differences and developing meaningful collaborations. We will talk about seeking industry and academic networking opportunities in working towards this goal. We will discuss programs, initiatives that promote female participation and leadership at the local, community and the global platform.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this session, attendees should be able to:
- Discuss time management and strategies for work-life balance focusing on fitness and health.
- Develop meaningful collaborations by providing neurologic care locally, including community outreach to resource limited settings.
- Discuss programs and initiatives that promote female participation and leadership at the local, community, and the global platform.
Speakers
World View: Career Advancement from a Local to a Global Platform
Description
This presentation will discuss developing meaningful collaborations and programs for lower/middle income countries, as well as promoting female participation and leadership locally and globally.