It really is a privilege for me
to be president of BPW Galway. This is a role I take great pride in and I endeavour
to bring my best for BPW Galway. I feel honoured to
once again represent such a dedicated and respected group of women, where
our members are the most valuable asset.
Each member is
appreciated and is needed as we put our hands together and dedicate
ourselves to accomplishing as much as we can for the betterment of our
club and community.
I
believe that we as women need to use our experience and knowledge to promote
the worth of women. We need to use our strengths to move forward. As we climb
the ladder we need to reach down and give the woman next to us a hand up. We
need to embrace our moto which is to “share, educate and have a voice”. We can
achieve all of this and more if we work together as a team.
Together we can make a difference.
Business and Professional Women Galway is a unique
organisation whose vision is to achieve a just and equal status for women in
all levels and areas of society. We wish to develop the professional and
leadership potential of women in our local community. BPW Galway provides a
safe environment where women can come together to share our knowledge, support
and advocate for each other, and discover our true leadership potential.
We champion women’s issues and causes making a positive difference.
Whether you are seeking friendship, professional development,
a position on a Board, a mentor, networking, or an advocate for equality – you
can find it here.
One of my goals for 2018 is to
bring more of a business focus to the club. While the club continues to go from
strength to strength I shall be looking to develop a new member programme to
encourage some of our lapsed members to re-join us and encourage new members to
join us. During the year we shall be continuing the preparation for European
Conference 2019 to be held here in Galway.
If anyone has any suggestions
regarding any events and anything that they feel will move the club forward I
would be more than delighted to receive them.
Dates
for your diary for 2018 are listed on the Programme of Events which is
available here on the website, and for information about joining BPW Galway
please email vmaccounts@eircom.net
I am really looking forward to my
time as president for 2018 and I hope that I can continue to represent the club
as competently and skilfully as it has been represented by those who have gone
before me.
Go raibh maith agaibh go léir.
Valerie Murphy
President BPW Galway
