WE Lead Food

“Creating a true community of practice where women dedicated to improving the agrifood system at home and across Europe is key to achieving real change. Programmes like WE Lead Food are vital to creating those connections and opportunities for learning in nurturing spaces while dynamizing knowledge exchange amongst junior, mid-career and senior level professionals.”

“The food system is a complex sector in a world which is increasingly volatile and changing, which can be draining. Networks and connecting with like-minded people are key to keep energy levels up to create the change and impact needed! WE Lead Food and similar initiatives are crucial in this as they connect fantastic women from all over the world and create a sense of connection, of urgency and of can-do attitude that is rarely found, done in a way that speaks to our strengths and natural ways of working.”

“Such initiatives are important because joining a network where women no longer think they are obliged to prove that they can, they are beyond proving (to society, to their boss or even to themselves) and go straight to reflecting and working on solutions, gives hope. What is particularly noteworthy here is that these are mainly community and future-oriented solutions. Our planet needs more women leaders.”

“Tetiana had been entertaining the thought of launching a foodtech startup for a while, and connecting over exercises and discussions at WE Lead Food, Tetiana and Dasha (also a WE Lead Food Alumna) decided to explore the opportunity to work on a venture together.”

“... Taking the WE Lead Food program and be part of the EIT Food network made me focus on what really makes me happy: developing my skills, sharing my goals, learning from others, and work in co-creation...”

“The WE Lead Food programme has really made me rethink the vision and the purpose of my business.We want to find investors in order to expand our activities. But there’s more to it than just business growth - I want my company to be more relevant in our communities by providing education on healthy food, hiring talented people, and implementing sustainable practices, reducing our carbon footprint wherever possible.”

“...Highly recommended for any woman seeking to excel in the world of entrepreneurship and leadership!”

“Many women do not realize how brave they are. Fear of making decisions and all other barriers are culturally imposed on us. Initiatives such as WE Lead Food allow us to overcome these barriers and eliminate them. In addition, they allow for building a network of cooperation between women from the agri-food industry. They also give you a space to share your experience with others and draw on the experiences of others, which is very inspiring and extremely necessary.”

“The meeting confirmed my belief that women are absolutely ready to fight for themselves and claim their place – not on the basis of competition or competition with men, but on the basis of partnership to work together for sustainable development.”

“I didn't think that women had such strength. Participation in the meeting made me realize how much potential this group has, how much inspiration can be drawn from the experiences of others and how great ideas women have. I wish the participants not to lack determination to implement their ideas.”

“I leave the workshop inspired to look at my projects from a slightly higher perspective and to work even more for sustainable development.”

“I believe that the WE Lead Food workshop was a very valuable event for agrifood specialists. They allowed us to learn about the stories of women who dared to take a step further in their careers and follow their intuition, which resulted in innovative projects. In addition, it was a great opportunity for networking and exchange of experiences. Such workshops are a chance to motivate and inspire each other to act together.”

“I leave the meeting with a sense of belonging to a community that supports and inspires each other. The training also made me aware of where I can get help and support and how I can improve my competences.”