The Women Rising Program

Unleash the Power of Your Female Talent.

Join 890+ leading organisations in the proven women's leadership program that empowers women to succeed.

The Women Rising Program

Unleash the Power of Your Female Talent.

Join 890+ leading organisations in the proven women's leadership program that empowers women to succeed.

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Hear Success Stories From Business Leaders & Program Participants

Mike Morgan, Senior Vice President and Managing Director APAC at Insight speaks about the impact that our programs have had in their organisation. Mike shares how their game-changing transformation came from including team members across the whole organisation in the Women Rising development journey.

Michelle Markham, ANZ K12 Education Director, Kushani Sriwardene, Channel Sales Manager and Gina Willard, Head of Enterprise Channel Sales for Microsoft also share their transformative experiences.

Empower Women, Empower Your Business

Despite progress in recent years, women still face significant challenges in the workplace. The fact is, women are still not equal at work. It's time for a breakthrough to create a more inclusive and diverse workplace that benefits everyone.

For women to reach their full potential, and for your business to thrive, it's time to invest in a women's leadership program that works. The business case is clear and compelling, with proven benefits for companies that prioritise diversity and inclusion. Don't wait another 135 years for gender equality - join the movement for change with Women Rising.

Improved Retention

Research shows that nearly 80% of women who participate in a women's leadership program feel more committed to their organisation, and nearly 70% are more likely to stay with their current employer.

Increased Profitability

Companies with more women in leadership roles have higher stock price returns, and companies in the top quartile for gender diversity on their executive teams were 25% more likely to have above-average profitability.

Better recruitment

Companies that value and invest in diversity and inclusion are more attractive to top talent, including women. By having more women in leadership and teams, companies can attract a more diverse and talented workforce.

Higher engagement

Women in leadership roles tend to have higher levels of employee engagement and job satisfaction from their team members and better performance, according to a study by Gallup.

Transforming Women's Careers:
Women Rising in Action

Women Rising is a proven virtual women's leadership program and coaching journey that has transformed the careers of over 10,500+ women and hundreds of male allies from 895 companies in 76 countries over the past 4 years.

Our unique evidence-based model empowers women with the cutting-edge training, coaching and community they need to unlock their full potential. Our proven approach delivers transformational outcomes for the participants, as well as results for your business such as building robust talent pipelines, boosting retention and promotion rates, and achieving gender diversity goals.

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Improved Confidence

Lack of confidence, a strong inner critic and imposter syndrome are major blockers for women in their careers. 97% of women in the program report increased confidence in their skills and abilities, allowing them to take on more challenges and opportunities.

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Accelerated Career Progression

Women Rising provides the tools and support needed to break through barriers and achieve accelerated career progression. 96% of participants report having new tools to progress their careers and report more promotions, expanded roles, and increased opportunities for growth and advancement.

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Improved Resilience & Wellbeing

Women Rising helps participants prioritise their mental and physical health by providing the tools and support needed to manage stress, avoid burnout and enhance wellbeing. Over 92% of graduates are more intentional about their wellbeing, leading to happier, healthier, and more productive lives and careers.

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Greater Career Clarity

Women often struggle to gain clarity on their career goals and aspirations, which can hinder their growth and progress. Over 93% of graduates report having greater career clarity on their vision and purpose, allowing them to set clear goals and take actionable steps towards career and life goals.

Five

Enhanced Employer Loyalty

High turnover rates can be costly for businesses, and retaining top talent is a critical priority. Women in the program report a stronger intention to stay with their employer, leading to greater employee retention and reduced turnover costs.

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Leading with Authenticity

Women Rising helps participants develop their unique leadership style, leading to greater impact and influence. 98% of graduates report being a more authentic leader, resulting in stronger relationships, increased trust, and greater effectiveness in their leadership roles.

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Building Stronger Networks

Women Rising creates a powerful network of women leaders of all levels who support and advocate for one another, creating a ripple effect of positive change. Over 98% of graduates recommend the program to their peers, resulting in a stronger, more supportive community of women in their organisations and beyond.

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Improved Attraction & Retention

Women want to work for companies that value diversity and inclusion, and that offer career development opportunities. Women Rising helps companies attract and retain top talent by demonstrating a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, and by providing a pathway for women to grow and thrive within the organisation.

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Enhanced Leadership Skills

Women Rising provides women with the tools, coaching and resources needed to develop essential leadership skills. From communicating with power and executive presence to managing conflict and derailment factors, 94% of women report they are a stronger leader from doing the program.

Join 890+ Organisations Leading Change for Women at Work

Award-winning women’s leadership development program trusted globally for one reason: because it works.

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It’s More Than a Program - It’s a Movement

We’ve impacted more than 10,500 women in hundreds of companies in the past 4 years…..and we are just getting started. We call it a women's leadership program, but really, it’s a movement.

Women, Allies, Organizations, Countries

Our Unique Learning Model

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CURRICULUM

Evidence based learning journey with lifetime access to all materials.

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COMMUNITY

Lesson forums for learning and connection.

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COACHING

Expert guidance in live group coaching sessions throughout the program.

The Women Rising Program Includes:

Evidence based curriculum

4 month program with 8 structured modules delivered in our online learning platform. Tested model, proven outcomes.

Live group coaching sessions

Group coaching sessions throughout the program to answer questions and provide support.

Interactive Lesson Forums

Our lesson forums provide additional mentoring, learning and connection between program participants.

Guided, Actionable Learning

We help ensure that the learning is easy to apply and embed through coaching playsheets, tips and written guides.

Self Assessment Survey

Pre and post program self-assessment surveys to measure personal and professional growth.

Virtual, Flexible training

Bite size lessons in video format and a private audio app. Learn anywhere, anytime on the device of your choice.

Bonus
resources

Access to bonus additional resources for deeper learning in all 8 modules throughout the program.

Lifetime Access to all Materials

Each program comes with lifetime access, giving ample time to learn, apply lessons, and revisit as often as needed.

Aligned Male Allies Program

Parallel 8-week program for men to get training and coaching to enhance their male allyship and scale their sponsorship.

Thousands of Women: Proven Outcomes

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97%

I have tools to take more confident action

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98%

I feel like a
more authentic leader

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96%

I have new tools to progress my career

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93%

I have clarity on my vision and purpose

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92%

I'm more intentional about my wellbeing

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I would highly recommend this program

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Explore your true purpose, what brings meaning to your work and how to craft a vision for your life.

  • Bring a deeper level of clarity to what you want most from your life and career.
  • Learn how to create more meaning from your current role to enhance your satisfaction and happiness.
  • Understand how the why of what you do matters more than anything else when it comes to productivity and performance at work.
  • Craft a holistic picture of your life vision and purpose, with actionable tools to bring it into reality.

Over 93% of program participants report having greater clarity on their life vision and purpose, and more than 90% say they have a clearer understanding of their goals.

Who is the Program For?

Designed for women.
Inclusive for all.

The Women Rising program is open to all women globally from any company, industry, role or experience level. Individual women from any profession or career stage are also encouraged to join. The uniquely designed curriculum, community and coaching, supports women wherever they're at in their life, career stage and leadership path.

The Male Allies program is open to all men who want to enhance their leadership, scale their sponsorship and be a more effective ally to women, including male leaders who have women in the Women Rising program.

Non-binary or gender diverse people are welcome to join either program.

Our Unique Model of Change

With Women Rising, women unlock their full potential and achieve remarkable results for themselves and their organisations. And as the only global women's leadership program that has a parallel program for male allies, we’ve been told that Women Rising is as close to a silver bullet as you will find to drive real outcomes for women, their allies, and your business.

This program is designed to benefit women in all roles, levels, countries, and years of experience. To maximise your results, we also recommend that you invite men in your teams to participate in the Male Allies program alongside your female employees.

Join the hundreds of leading organisations that are experiencing the transformative power of Women Rising.

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WOMEN RISING PROGRAM

The 4-month virtual program experience. Everything is included, and all women are welcome.

The Women Rising program empowers all women with an evidence-based curriculum, virtual community and expert coaching. Women receive lifetime access to all program materials. Open to all women, all roles, levels and industries.

MALE ALLIES PROGRAM

This 8-week Male Allies program runs in parallel with the Women Rising program. Open to all men seeking to be better allies.

The Male Allies program supports men who want to enhance their leadership, scale their sponsorship and be a more effective ally to women, including male leaders who have women in the Women Rising program.

Men as Allies: Working Together for Gender Equality

Women continue to face significant barriers at work. Creating a more inclusive and diverse workplace requires a concerted effort from everyone. Men have a critical role to play in breaking down the barriers and promoting gender balance. And they need proven methods to help them succeed.

Gender equality
benefits everyone

Gender equality benefits everyone as diverse teams are better at problem-solving and decision-making. Companies with gender diversity are also 21% more likely to experience above-average profitability.

Men still hold most
leadership positions

Men still hold most leadership positions as women make up just 38% of managers and 22% of C-suite executives. Therefore, male allies have a significant role to play in creating a more inclusive workplace.

Male allies can use their
privilege to effect change

Male allies can use their privilege to effect change by speaking up in support of female colleagues, advocating for policies that promote gender equality and supporting women's advancement.

Male allies can challenge
gender stereotypes

Gender stereotypes are pervasive and can have a real impact on women's career opportunities. Male allies can challenge these stereotypes and help create a more level playing field for everyone.

The Male Allies Program

An 8 week parallel program giving men the knowledge, insights and coaching to be better supported on their male allies journey.

Male Allies Journey

"All men in leadership positions should undertake this program."

Jose González Cabello, Accenture

Male Allies

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MALE ALLIES PROGRAM

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Organisations can also email hello@womenrisingco.com to register.
Group discounts apply for 10 or more people in one transaction. Please email for more information.

If you're an individual woman not registering as part of an organisation, we welcome you to join us.
We also offer flexible payment plans for individuals enrolling themselves in the program.

*Above payment plus GST in Australia.

Register Now

AUGUST 2026 PROGRAM

WOMEN RISING PROGRAM

MALE ALLIES PROGRAM

WOMEN RISING PROGRAM

MALE ALLIES PROGRAM

Organisations can also email hello@womenrisingco.com to register.
Group discounts apply for 10 or more people in one transaction. Please email for more information.
Exclusive pricing 50% off the bespoke corporate rate for the Women Rising Program.

If you're an individual woman not registering as part of an organisation, we welcome you to join us.
We also offer flexible payment plans for individuals enrolling themselves in the program.

*Above payment plus GST in Australia.

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These women have transformed their lives and careers.

Listen to and read 400+ incredible reviews from Women Rising program participants.

Group Registration Benefits

When your organisation enrolls 10 or more participants, we provide full support to ensure a seamless and effortless experience. Our end-to-end management allows the program to run like an internal training initiative, enabling your team to learn and grow together while also connecting with thousands of other women.

With everything taken care of for you, your employees can focus on what matters most - developing their leadership, confidence, and career potential in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Dedicated Program
Manager

From registration and onboarding to program completion, your organisation will have a dedicated program manager to ensure a smooth and seamless experience. They will provide ongoing support, handle logistics, and address any needs, allowing your team to stay focused on learning and growth.

Enhanced Learning with Optional Internal Cohort Circles

Strengthen team connections and maximise program impact with Internal Cohort Circles. You'll receive a step-by-step guide to facilitate structured discussions, encourage knowledge-sharing, and spark meaningful conversations. This approach reinforces key learnings, fosters collaboration, and drives deeper engagement across your organisation.

Meet Your Training and Development Goals

The Women Rising program is designed to align seamlessly with your organisation’s training and leadership development objectives, delivering measurable outcomes and long-term benefits. By integrating this program into your learning framework, you empower your team with the skills, confidence, and leadership capabilities needed to drive business success.

Scale Your Training Outcomes with Ease

Deliver the Women Rising program seamlessly across your entire organisation—across teams, continents, and time zones—with the ease of an internal training initiative. We handle the logistics, ensuring a consistent, high-quality experience without adding to your workload, so you can focus on driving business impact and employee growth.

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Meet Your Guide: Women Rising Founder & CEO

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Woman of the Year and Mentor of the Year 2023

B&T Women Leading Tech Awards

  • World-renowned expert on women’s empowerment, leadership and wellbeing
  • Best selling author of four books
  • Award-winning 20 year corporate career in Fortune 100 companies
  • Expert academic credentials in positive psychology, wellbeing, gender studies, leadership and coaching
  • Decades of practical experience in gender diversity, leadership development and women’s leadership
  • Engaged by companies + leaders globally from the US to China, Australia to the Middle East
  • Coach, mentor and guide to tens of thousands of women globally
  • Featured in hundreds of media outlets globally including Forbes, Fortune, Fast Company and Elle.
  • Sought after executive coach, speaker and trusted advisor
  • Trained in yoga, meditation and holistic philosophies
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Program Key Dates

WOMEN RISING PROGRAM AUGUST 2026
Registrations open May 2026 to 21 August 2026
Program commencement 31 August 2026
Program closes 18 December 2026
Graduation deadline 12 February 2027

What Companies Are Saying

The Women Rising Program has been thought-provoking, eye-opening and life-changing. The breadth of topics, the structure of the program, and the lifetime access to materials means I can’t wait to go back again and again to see how my thinking has evolved and how I’m changing for the better.

Julia Lu
Head of Strategy & Venture Design, AGL

The Women Rising program is one of the most powerful and effective development programs I have ever participated in.

Danielle Buchner
Platform Solution Partner Team Lead, Interactive

Every module is like peeling the onion skin off the true you and is an amazing experience!

Rachel Ho
Head of Mid Market, Oracle Corporation Singapore

This is a completely supportive, educational and enlightening program that helped me re-evaluate how I can deal with my strongest critic - myself. I feel enabled and empowered to be the best version of myself, and build and strengthen relationships at all levels.

Karen Harrison
Customer Experience Manager, Datacom

The program is suitable for women at any stage of their career, and has given me so much to work with for my professional and personal development. I’ve built confidence, become more self aware, and have also thought about how I’m going to use what I’ve learnt to develop the next generation of leaders within my organisation.

Julianne Tancevski
Head of Data and Analytics, BlueScope

I have loved the Women Rising program. The most profound thing for me was realising that the leading change module is about leading the gender equality and diversity movement. It really is a revolution that we have a powerful role in, and it’s up to each of us. How empowering and inspiring.

Amal Nasralla
Head of Consulting, Fujitsu

The program gave me clarity of what I had been subconsciously dealing with throughout my management career. I now understand that what we as women work harder for is a part of societal norms and it’s okay to take a breath, relax in my own skin and know I am enough!

Rebecca Lee
BDM, Theta

This program has something for everyone. It touches on every aspect of leadership and career development I could think of and more. Whatever stage you are at in your career, there is something for you.

Alison Whitehead
Client Executive - Education Sector, Microsoft

I feel like I was driving in the dark and suddenly the headlights have been turned on. I can now see the direction I’m going and I have a plan to get there. I highly recommend this course.

Michelle Fernandez
Ethical Sourcing Manager, Blackmores

I can confidently say I have a very full toolbox that will be of significant use as I navigate my career and personal life. Megan and her team have curated an exceptionally well run program. This is an incredible program.

Sophie Mawley
Product Consultant, Datacom

This program is a must for all female leaders looking to get more clarity about themselves, who they are and what they want, to be able to show up more authentically and lead with confidence.

Nicole Alley
VP Sector Lead Energy, Utilities, Recources, Capegemini

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions?

Book a call with our Client Director

If you have any further questions about how our programs can support your organisation’s goals, unleash the power of your female talent and unlock true male allyship, please book a call with our Client Director, Melissa Branley.

Melissa Branley