The Philippines Australian–New Zealand Chamber of Commerce (ANZCHAM) and Aristocrat Gaming proudly hosted over 300 guests on 3 March to celebrate International Women’s Day, recognising women’s accomplishments, promoting gender equality, and strengthening regional partnerships.
This year’s International Women’s Day theme “Give to Gain’ was the inspiration behind the event, showcasing that supporting women through mentoring, resources, advocacy and time, multiplies opportunities for everyone. The event focused on a series of speakers and panels that showed when we invest in women’s advancement, society, communities and workplaces thrive.
International Women’s Day continues to be an important opportunity in the Philippines and around the world to drive proactive conversation and provide a platform for continued dialogue.
Commenting on the initiative, ANZCHAM’s President Benjamin Romualdez said, “Women play vital roles in community leadership, business and public service, so conversations like these are crucial to advancing representation. I’m proud that our event not only celebrated the achievements of women, but also strengthened our shared commitment within the region, to increasing visibility, expanding opportunities, and ensuring that women’s perspectives are embedded in decision‑making at every level.”
Aristocrat Gaming is a proud advocate to increase the representation of women in business and society, and this year were proud to partner with ANZCHAM to create an essential platform for amplifying the voices and experiences of women.
“At Aristocrat Gaming, advancing the representation of women across all levels remains a strategic priority for us and we believe that having a vibrant mix of perspectives at the table strengthens our performance culture and helps create a sense of belonging for all,” said Lloyd Robson, SVP at Aristocrat Gaming.
“As the principal event partner, we are incredibly proud to be among community, customers and team members who believe that supporting and strengthening the role that women play in our community can drive industries further,” Robson added.
New Zealand and Australia have long been steadfast champions of women’s empowerment, and their presence underscored a shared commitment to creating a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable future for women and girls in the Philippines, across Asia, and around the world.
Adding to the high-caliber of industry attendees, Her Excellency Dr. Catherine McIntosh, New Zealand Ambassador to the Philippines, and His Excellency Mr. Marc Innes-Brown, Australian Ambassador to the Philippines, both attended and reconfirmed their commitment to driving progress.
