Honoring Czech Women on International Women’s Day

#LifeInCzechia As International Women’s Day is coming, we honor a few of these inspiring Czech women and their impactful legacies. It’s important to remember the remarkable women who have paved the way for gender equality and made significant contributions to society, politics, and culture. Czech history is rich with examples of women whose courage, determination, and pioneering spirit have left a lasting impact on both their country and the world.

Gender Pay Gap in Czechia One of the Highest in EU

Women in the Czech Republic earn on average 18,9 % less than men. Based on this, the Czech Republic belongs to the worst countries in the EU in this matter. The conference Equal Pay Day (EPD), taking place from March 26 to April 1, 2021, is trying to fight this serious issue. 

Czechia Fights Against Inequality Between Women and Men’s Wages

Inequality of men and women is a topic that should be discussed by all. Unfortunately, not all the people are familiar with the severity of this issue. Thousands of organizations and campaigns all across the planet are trying to introduce the public to the importance of this topic. In the Czech Republic, one of these organizations is, Business & Professional Women CR z.s (BPWCR). This year, BPWCR is organizing the 12th annual Equal Pay Day conference in March, with the name “Count with us” to fight this serious problem.

Women’s Voices in Rowing – Newly Published Book of Inspirational Interviews

Are you a passionate reader? We have a tip for a newly launched book Women’s Voices in Rowing written by a former Czech athlete! In this book, voices of world-renowned female rowers emerge to fight for diversity and sportsmanship. The book responds to the Olympic Games in Tokyo 2020 that will be the most gender-balanced Olympic Games in history – with an expected 48.8 percent of women’s participation in all sports.

The First Czech Mentoring Marathon by BPWCR Starts in November

Are you a woman who is interested in mentoring programs? Do you like working on your professional and personal development? Then the First Czech Mentoring Marathon online event held by Business & Professional Women CR is right for you! It’s an opportunity to learn from more than 60 experienced and successful women across professional fields!

Femme Palette – the Art of Empowering Women through Mentorship, an Interview with Founders

Femme Palette is driven by professional women who want to get inspired and learn new things by interacting with other people. This initiative is very diverse and dynamic by implying the participation of women from different countries, of different cultures, professions, and backgrounds.