GRIFFITH students have been inspired by two MIA women to use their voice to advocate for change.
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Leeton's Kate O'Callaghan and Madi Coelli were the guest speakers at a recent International Women's Day event at Murrumbidgee Regional High School (MRHS).
Mrs O'Callaghan gave the students an insight into being a woman in an overwhelmingly male industry.
She discussed developing the confidence to compete in the workforce and told the students about her career from its beginnings in agricultural science through to her ascent into the boardroom.
"I don't believe International Women's Day is all about chest beating and demanding a better deal," Mrs O'Callaghan told the group.
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"I believe it's a day for women to reflect on the fact that they are leaders, they have skills, they are competent in their own right and they should celebrate that."
It was a positive morning for the students, who were inspired by Mrs O'Callaghan's story.
"I found the talks inspirational," said year 12 student Durva.
"Kate took an unconventional path to become a CEO and utilised the skills she developed from every job she had."
Developing skills sets is important as research shows women will experience at least seven career changes in their future.
Ms Coelli's presentation was also popular on the day as she put emphasis on the importance of advocating for women in leadership, as well as discussing self-care and solidarity for professional women.
"There's not enough emphasis put on women in leadership," she said on the day. "Women make up only 6.3 per cent of world leaders, so we need to start encouraging more up and coming young female leaders."
To further support this idea, MRHS has appointed two new advisers to assist Female students, along with the careers team to work with local industry to guide the students.
There will follow up the days with site visits of the Whitton Malt House, as well as other industries to encourage girls to reach their potential.
The school also set up a display in the library for inspirational women's stories.
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