She Talks Asia, in partnership with the British Embassy and the Quezon City government, spoke to the Quezon City University student leaders and campus journalists on how we could encourage and support greater female participation in storytelling, media, and public policy. She Talks Founders Lynn Pinugu, Iza Calzado, and Bianca Gonzalez were joined on stage by Amb. Laure Beaufils, STA 2024 Co-chair Karen Davila, and Mayor Joy Belmonte. Each of them gave their unique take on how we can continue to challenge stereotypes about women, amplify diverse perspectives, and advocate for policies that better reflect the needs of all.

The goal is not to impress, but to express that you can do the job—this is what Janice believes and practices in her career. From improving processes and systems to improving herself and how she handles situations, Janice gives it her best with the support of those around her. And she encourages us to leave a legacy of doing our best in the work we do, too. . . . This She Talks Asia video is the 3rd in a series of 4, created in partnership with IKEA, highlighting the power of female voices in the workplace. #SheTalksAsia #IKEAPhilippines#womenempowerment#STAMotivationMondays#MotivationMondays

Having the initiative to step up and ask, to learn new things, and to find little moments of joy in our day makes a big difference in helping us thrive in the work that we do. This is Cath, a woman who believes that you can learn to do anything, just begin by trying⚡ . . . This video is part of a She Talks Asia series with IKEA, highlighting the power of female voices in the workplace. #SheTalksAsia #IKEAPhilippines #womenempowerment #STAMotivationMondays#MotivationMondays

It’s tough being a woman in a male-dominated field, but if you keep working hard with your eagerness for growth guiding you, you can thrive in your chosen career. This is PB, and she believes that if she can do it, you can do it too. This video is the first of 4 in this She Talks Asia series with IKEA highlighting the power of female voices in the workplace. #SheTalksAsia #IKEAPhilippines #womenempowerment #STAMotivationMondays #MotivationMondays

We are not the victim of our circumstances. Every choice we make is a chance to take one step closer to the kind of life we want. At 11 years old, Larra survived a fire which left her with third degree burns all over her body. Now in her early 20s, Larra uses her platform to share her journey of overcoming this challenge- “a phoenix who rose from life’s fires.” She Talks Grace of She Talks Asia Podcast, now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google podcasts. https://open.spotify.com/episode/5dE6Z6Z691wm0amsotk3tZ?si=d6876499f87f4dae

In this episode, the five female founders—Lynn Pinugu, Sarah Meier Heredia, Victoria Herrera, Iza Calzado and Bianca Gonzalez—get very personal and update each other about life, where they’re at, and how She Talks Asia has shaped the women they are today. (Timeline note: This episode was recorded a few months back.) #STAPodcast