Collective Insights
Collective Insights captures the voices and ideas driving change in mining, led by the collective influence of Femina.
Written reflections from Femina Founder and CEO Beth Borody explore connection, ownership, and the evolving experience of women in mining.
Hosted by Peggy Bell, The Changing Face of Mining series features the voices of women leading transformation across the industry.
Together, these insights capture the movement redefining what it means to lead, invest, and build community through Femina.
Embracing My Roots: The Journey of Black Hair and Self-Discovery
Embracing My Roots: The Journey of Black Hair and Self-Discovery
From the crowns of Nefertiti to the braids of Beyoncé, Black hair has been the epicentre of identity, resistance, and beauty throughout history. This intricate relationship Black women have with their hair isn’t just superficial—it’s a reflection of culture, societal pressures, and personal journeys.
Building Your Individual Operational Manual
In today's fast-paced and ever-changing work environment, it has become increasingly important to stand out and showcase your unique skill set and work style. This is where an individual operational manual, or user manual, comes in handy. It is a document that outlines how you work, when you work, and why you work. It can help potential employers, teams, and partners get a clear understanding of who you are and what you bring to the table. Recently, our members had a conversation about the importance of creating an individual operational manual and shared some valuable insights on how to go about it.
The Power of Personal Development in Professional Growth
Professional development is an essential aspect of career progression. From attending webinars to luncheons, we continuously seek opportunities to enhance our skills and knowledge in our workplace. However, at Femina Collective, we believe that personal growth and development are equally crucial in accelerating professional growth. Investing in ourselves helps us build a foundation of confidence, empowerment, and self-awareness, which can benefit us in both our personal and professional lives. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of personal development in professional growth.
Why does talking about Women’s experience in mining hit a nerve?
Recently we shared an article by McKinsey that spoke about why women were leaving the mining industry. We have shared this article a few times, and each time we do we get a big response from both women and men, both sharing support and annoyance at the article. As we watch people comment, repost, and like and can’t help but wonder ‘why does this topic cause such a reaction?
Insights from Industry Allies: Men's Feedback on Femina Collective
Insights from Industry Allies: Men's Feedback on Femina Collective. In this blog post, we invite you to hear directly from these supportive men as they share their thoughts and reflections on the transformative role Femina Collective plays in promoting gender equality and empowering women. Their feedback shows our commitment to empowering and uplifting women in this traditionally male-dominated field.
The Magic of Our First Femina Collective Retreat
We live in a fast-paced world where the demands of everyday life can be overwhelming. As women, we often find ourselves caught up in our professional lives, and we forget to connect with our greater selves and with other women. That's why I decided to host the first women’s retreat, where we could do just that.