Women in Leadership

Women in Leadership, Mentorship and Advocacy (WILMA) Committee 

The function of this committee shall be to:
1) Promote gender equality and women’s participation in all aspects of a member’s employment and Local/Association life.
2) Study, investigate and make recommendations to the Executive Committee on matters affecting women in/into leadership within public education and Edmonton.
3) Explore opportunities for mentorship.
4) Review relevant Association policy and submit recommendations to the Local’s ARA Steering Committee.
5) Plan, organize and facilitate activities or events promoting women in positions of leadership.
6) Create subcommittees as needed for the purpose of carrying out its mandate.

The Chair of the committee for 2024-2026 is Melissa Morton.

Events   

Women in Leadership Mentorship Mixer - December 5, 2024

Looking to connect with a mentor? Are you looking to make connections with a potential mentor this year? Join us on December 5th for the opportunity to mix and mingle with various women leaders in our Division. Mentors include principals, assistant principals, consultants, ATA representatives, and experienced teachers in all Divisions including CTS. We look forward to connecting with you! Sign up through Eventbrite HERE.

Observe a Colleague

Looking to connect with a mentor?  Remember that you can access the Observe a Colleague program. Click HERE to access the guidelines and application form. Remember: if you are applying to use a day under the program the Local office must receive your request two weeks in advance of the date of observation.