5. Our objectives Carry out research and diagnoses, and design proposals for action and public and corporate policies aimed at eliminating discrimination against women and diminishing social, cultural, economic and legal barriers that impede the integration of women under equal conditions in the labor and public spheres. Support the development of women in the labor market, and their economic independence and entrepreneurial initiatives through training, mentoring and development programs. Strengthen women´s leadership and participation in public institutions, professional associations and private enterprises. Promote social capital by identifying, supporting and ensuring a higher visibility of women’s organizations that promote social capital as a development resource for their communities. Establish permanent activities such as consultancies, workshops and programs aimed at promoting work-life integration in today’s organizations, strengthening women’s leadership and promoting training and personal and professional development for women workers.
6. Areas of Development Research Business and Entrepreneurship Center Leadership Center Social Capital Public Issues
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9. Social Capital With the aim of integrating women from different socioeconomic realities we facilitate the use of resources that ComunidadMujer offers such as seminars, workshops and talks by experts. We also publicly announce all efforts carried out by women to help their community members combat poverty. Independent Workers and Women Fishers, Algae and Shellfish Gatherers Union, Pichilemu. Winners of third prize, CM Award 2009.
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13. Mentoring program “ Being a mentor is a great opportunity to give back what I have learnt over the years”. Juan Pedro Pinochet, Executive Director, Un Techo Para Chile: Mentor “ This program has given me the tools to make my dreams come true”. Mª Paz Briseño, Artist and Businesswoman: Mentee “ I have met admirable women who can take that brave leap towards improving what they are”. Andrea Rotman, Marketing Manager, LAN: Mentor “ This is such a positive experience that I don´t know who gets more out of it: mentor or mentee”. Alejandro Ferreiro, Lawyer, Ex Minister of Economy: Mentor “ I learnt that the strength to develop my projects is within me”. Carolina Hiriart, Architect: Mentee “ It is a marvelous experience that involves accompanying others towards new horizons”. Germaine Fresard, Commercial Manager, Clínica Las Condes: Mentor
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16. Public-private dialogue We create proposals for actions and public policies aimed at eliminating discrimination against women and diminishing social, cultural, economical and legal barriers that limit the inclusion of women under equal conditions in the labor and public spheres. Public Issues