Lights on Women

**About** In 2017, the Lights on Women initiative emerged as a spontaneous editorial endeavour within the Florence School of Regulation (FSR) aimed at illuminating the remarkable identities and career paths of women professionals in the energy sector, championing gender equality, advocating for equal opportunities across genders and rigorously scrutinising our activities through a gender-focused lens. Over time, this initiative transformed into a structured and all-encompassing venture, infusing its principles into every facet of FSR’s work, from training and events to knowledge-making. **Vision** Lights on Women Envisions a World Where Gender Equality Illuminates the Energy, Climate and Sustainability Sectors. **Mission** Guided by the principles of inclusivity and equal opportunity, the Lights on Women initiative is on a mission to challenge industry norms and address the pressing need for gender equality and representation in the energy, climate and sustainability sectors. We empower women by championing gender equality, increasing the visibility of female professionals, celebrating their achievements, promoting equal opportunities and advocating for change. We support our mission through advocacy, education and scholarships, special events and awards, and a dynamic talents and opportunities matchmaking platform Energybase. **Project Goals** - To organise and streamline our Lights on Women and FSR activities (events, training, blog and campaigns) in pursuit of advancing gender fairness and equality objectives;? - To maintain and improve a platform that champions women and establishes a safe space for discussion and growth;? - To share new career advancement opportunities through calls for instructors and vacancies and to be mindful of offering equal opportunities as an employer;?? - To implement actions that actively improve and sustain gender equality and diversity at our institute (in panels, executive education and research);? - To educate, train, mentor and upskill female professionals to break down barriers in the energy sector;? - To partner up with and learn from initiatives that have consistent goals and vision to ours; - To provide mentorship and guidance to empower women in promoting and achieving gender equality.