Leeds Wellington Place hosts seventh Women of the Future event

In celebration of International Women's Day (8th March), Wellington Place proudly hosted its seventh Women of the Future event, bringing students and professionals together to champion belonging, inclusion and positive engagement in education.

- Rebecca Lockwood Contributor

This year's event welcomed 60 young women from schools across Leeds

The Women of the Future initiative forms part of Inspired, a collaborative programme between Federated Hermes Real Estate and Ahead Partnership, specially designed to support young people by increasing access to relatable role models, raising aspirations and nurturing a sense of belonging in modern workplaces.

This year's event welcomed 60 young women from schools across Leeds, including Mount St Mary's Catholic High School, Dixons Unity Academy, Roundhay School and Temple Moor High School to explore their ambitions in a supportive and inclusive environment.

The event brought together students with female volunteers from a wide range of business from across the Wellington Place neighbourhood, offering a glimpse into real-world career journeys and an immersive experience into a modern workplace. Volunteers came from a wide range of companies including Lloyds Banking Group, Equifax and Redmayne Bentley.