Wadah Global Gathering 2017 Women: Torchbearers and Pillars of Hope About Wadah Foundation Wadah Titian Harapan Foundation or WADAH was established in 2008, to empower Indonesian women and their families to create long-term change in their lives. Given the dramatic increase in the Foundation’s scope, scale and experience, it soon became clear that WADAH harnessed a larger collective force: the community and its people. The Wadah Foundation utilizes a holistic blend of education, health, infrastructure, and community and economic development programs to empower and transform individuals and communities globally. Since its inception, WADAH has grown to support 42 communities throughout the Indonesian archipelago, as well as numerous organizations in its international network. It has likewise established WADAH offces in the Philippines, Malaysia, Nepal, and India. The creation of the Wadah International Committee in 2015, speaks to WADAH’s commitment to cultivating and nurturing relationships - expanding the Wadah Foundation’s global reach and network. Yayasan Wadah Titian Harapan Wadah Foundation MidPlaza 2 Level 2 Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 10-11 Jakarta 10220 Indonesia Phone : +6221 570 7789 Fax : +6221 570 7630 E-mail : [email protected] [email protected] Website : www.wadahfoundation.or.id www.wggathering.com WADAH GLOBAL GATHERING BACKGROUND The Wadah Global Gathering (WGG) is an initiative by the Wadah Foundation dedicated to celebrating women and men of impact from all over the world by sharing their inspirational stories. Over the years, the WGG has showcased amazing individuals of diverse ages and backgrounds--most of them invisible and unheralded--by presenting their powerful narratives, challenges, and plans of action; thus provoking a global conversation. WADAH GLOBAL GATHERING Jakarta | Manila | Bali | Yogyakarta 2009 2010 Jakarta, Indonesia Manila, Philippines The First International Gathering convened Wadah’s pioneering Global Best Practices in the areas of anti-human traffcking and heroes and homegrown champions who overcame tremendous poverty alleviation through education, community development, odds to empower communities at the grassroots level. The Gathering micro-fnance, and social enterprise were featured on the 2010 raised the visibility of the feld workers and gave them access to agenda. The Manila Gathering proved to be exhilarating as well as an international audience with whom they shared their tears, their eye-opening. Testaments from survivors, advocates, and change agents triumphs, and their strategies to advance progress for women and moved guests and participants to tears and onward to action. This Indonesian society. profound experience led Wadah to reach out to a global audience and to elicit global participation, thus the birth of Wadah Global Gathering. WADAH GLOBAL GATHERING Jakarta | Manila | Bali | Yogyakarta 2012 2015 Bali, Indonesia Yogyakarta, Indonesia More than 200 like-minded and kind-hearted individuals gathered At the second Wadah Global Gathering held in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, at the Ayana Resort and Hotel in Bali, Indonesia, in March of on March 18-20, 2015, selected youths from Afghanistan, Bhutan, 2012 to Stomp for Change. Over two and a half days, participants India, Indonesia, Nepal, and the Philippines shared the stage with followed the footsteps of heroes—including four CNN Heroes: four CNN Heroes of the Year and enthralled the audience with Efren Penaforida, Anuradha Koirala, Robin Lim, and Budi Suhardi; their graphic tales and heartfelt aspirations. Adopting the theme, champions, academicians, authors, philanthropists, social workers, “Education: Building Blocks of a Better Future,” the next generation volunteers—as they shared their stories and set the stage for a made a statement and unleashed their leadership potential. discussion of how empowerment of women can alleviate poverty, reduce illiteracy and arrest the traffcking of helpless and unsuspecting women and children into modern day slavery. 2017 Jakarta, Indonesia THE EVENT “Women: Torchbearers and Pillars of Hope” will take place in Jakarta, Indonesia, February 22-24, 2017. The third Wadah Global Gathering will shine a spotlight on women leaders who are working courageously and tirelessly to address the challenges confronting their societies, cultures and habitats. This Wadah Global Gathering will give voice to women from across the globe. Our audience of infuential, forward thinking humanitarians have the power to motivate not only people, but nations, to take action. AN INVITATION On February 22-24, 2017, we invite you to be our partner in creating change. By honoring the endeavors of our heroines with your support at the Wadah Global Gathering, you share in the telling of their story. Wadah believes that we are all vitally connected- -the land, the people, all living things--a holistic worldview that focuses on our intrinsic connections, as well as those of our ancestors. Take this opportunity to be a part of the unfolding history of these amazing women. While attending the Wadah Global Gathering you will be surrounded by impassioned individuals ranging from world leaders to contributors at the grassroot level --- “The Torchbearers and Pillars of Hope.” WADAH is honored to partner with CNN Heroes of the Year: Efren Penáforida (2009), Anuradha Koirala (2010), Robin Lim (2011) & Pushpa Basnet (2012). If you have ever wanted to make a difference in the lives of others, the Wadah Global Gathering is not to be missed. WOMEN FROM AFAR Far from the hustle and bustle of city life, these resilient women dwell and thrive in far-fung places, where the moon and the stars are their only light at night. They, too, have hopes and dreams for their families and burning desires to improve their communities. Acknowledg- ing that geography creates challenges that some would consider insurmountable, these creative thinkers fnd a way to work in harmony with their environment. They are women whose hard- ships and challenges are not barriers to success, they are the WOMEN FROM AFAR! HEALTH IS WEALTH Every life has value. Time and again, in the face of adversity, these women address the health and well- being of their communities. Whether caring for a newborn baby, or an aging family member, in all of life’s seasons, their currency is compassion, skill and fortitude. What they provide is more valuable than silver and gold, they provide health and HEALTH IS WEALTH. PASSION FOR LEARNING Dreams, wishes and aspirations are fulflled through education. Often, with scarce resources and little support, these women persevere with ferce determination and a loving heart to educate themselves and others. Our heroines dedicate their lives to the quest for knowledge for all - in hopes of making the world a better place. They take this compassion and turn it into PASSION FOR LEARNING. GENUINELY INGENIOUS For some women, education may be elusive and out of reach, but their creativity and wisdom are beyond our imagination. Building on the rich history of their cultures with an eye to the future, they turn adversity into achievement. Without the beneft of a formal business education, our entrepreneurs’ inventive solutions to life’s challenges prove that they are GENUINELY INGENIOUS! WOMAN POWER Like the energy from the sun, when harnessed, the power of women is limitless. Understanding the importance of addressing their specifc needs - the solutions are as unique as the people and their communities. Strength and sacrifce are needed on a daily basis as they take the long view in making that vision a reality. We will learn how these determined women use their power to educate, heal, imagine, create and nurture. They literally light up the world! It is clear that one of our greatest natural resources is WOMAN POWER! Programme Wadah Global Gathering 2017 Wednesday, February 22, 2017 Friday, February 24, 2017 17.00 • Registration Open Morning Session 19.00 • Registration Close 08.00 WIB • Doors Open 08.45 WIB • Keynote Speech (TBA) 09.00 WIB • Genuinely Ingenious Thursday, February 23, 2017 10.00 WIB • Q & A 10.30 WIB • Coffee Break Morning Session 10.45 WIB • Woman Power 08.00 WIB • Doors Open 11.00 WIB • Coffee Break 09.00 WIB • Opening Ceremonies 11.45 WIB • Q & A 10.00 WIB • Coffee Break 12.00 WIB • Lunch Break 10.45 WIB • Women From Afar 11.15 WIB • Q & A 12.00 WIB • Lunch Break Afternoon Session 13.30 WIB • Inspirational Talk 14.30 WIB • Coffee Break Afternoon Session 15.00 WIB • Intermission 13.30 WIB • Inspirational Talk 15.15 WIB • Sharing of Speakers & 14.00 WIB • Health Is Wealth Plenary Discussion 15.00 WIB • Q & A 16.30 WIB • Closing Ceremony 15.15 WIB • Coffee Break 19.00 WIB • Cultural Night 15.30 WIB • Passion for Learning 16.30 WIB • Q & A REGISTRATION To register, email us at: [email protected] or [email protected] See you there! Yayasan Wadah Titian Harapan Wadah Foundation MidPlaza 2 Level 2 Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 10-11 Jakarta 10220 Indonesia Phone : +6221 570 7789 Fax : +6221 570 7630 E-mail : [email protected] [email protected] Website : www.wadahfoundation.or.id www.wggathering.com.