Her Seat At The Table:
Towards Economic Emancipation For Black Girls & Women!
This event is part of our Her Seat at the Table series, under Future Black Female’s WAGE-sponsored Black Women’s Economic Security (BWES) Project. We are collaborating with Invest Ottawa as we work towards the economic empowerment of Black girls and women. As a champion of Future Black Female and a strong voice for women’s rights and advancement in Canada, we feel this occasion would not be the same without you. We have long desired to do more in Canada’s capital, which is really your terrain. Your presence would not only underscore the importance of governmental leadership in this space but also acknowledge and affirm the lived realities of many of the young women we serve.
The featured panel will focus on the persistent and intersecting barriers Black women face, including housing, youth unemployment, entrepreneurship challenges, and the need for collective action. These themes are strongly reflected in the findings from our BWES National Prosperity Survey, which informs the call for action in this vital conversation.
Date: September 26th, 2025
Venue: Bayview Yards, RBC Foundry, 7 Bayview Station Road, Ottawa, ON K1Y 2C5.
Time: 4pm - 8pm
What to Expect
Welcome by Ottawa’s New FBF Ambassador – meet FBF newest Champion in Ottawa advocating for Black girls and women.
Inspiring Keynote Address – from a leading voice in gender equity and economic empowerment.
Special Remarks from Two Federal Ministers – hear government perspectives and commitments.
Dynamic Panel Discussion – with experts, community leaders, and changemakers.
Audience Q&A – engage directly with speakers and share your ideas
Networking Reception – connect with leaders, partners, and allies over refreshments.
Event Schedule
4:00 – 4:45 PM – Registration, Networking & Refreshments
4:45 – 5:00 PM – Opening Remarks & Ambassador Welcome
5:00 – 5:20 PM – Keynote Address
5:20 – 5:30 PM – Ministerial Remarks
5:30 – 6:20 PM – Panel Discussion
6:20 – 6:25 PM – Short Break
6:25 – 7:05 PM – Audience Q&A
7:05 – 7:15 PM – Closing Call to Action
7:15 – 8:00 PM – Networking Reception
Who Should Attend
This event is for Black women, allies, community advocates, employers, policymakers, and anyone committed to advancing equity and economic justice.
Tickets
🎟️ Free Admission – Registration is required as space is limited.
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