Breaking barriers and claiming space: Career insights and advice from Filipino women leaders in health

Reneepearl Kim Sales; Lynnell Alexie Ong; Pura Angela Co; Katherine Ann V. Reyes; Martha dela Paz; Lindsay  Orsolino

Breaking barriers and claiming space: Career insights and advice from Filipino women leaders in health

Reneepearl Kim Sales^*, Lynnell Alexie Ong, Pura Angela Co, Katherine Ann V. Reyes, Martha dela Paz, Lindsay Orsolino

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Abstract

This virtual forum showcased successful women leaders in the Philippine health sector who shared their journeys and advice with early-career professionals. The speakers emphasized the significance of mentorship, claiming space, and taking risks. They also highlighted the need for support systems to encourage non-traditional career paths in the health sector for women. The discussion acknowledged the challenges faced by the LGBTQIA+ community in accessing appropriate healthcare and the importance of generating evidence and dialogue to address their unique health needs. Across these contexts, common themes emerged in the importance of mentorship for women leaders in overcoming societal biases and stereotypes.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	33-36
Number of pages	4
Journal	Philippine Journal for Health Research and Development
Volume	27
Issue number	4
Publication status	Published - 29 Dec 2023
Externally published	Yes

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