Local Mrs SA 2023 semi-finalist inspired at workshop
'We often hear inspiring stories of former participants who have gone on to earn new job opportunities, start their own businesses, and make a real impact in their communities.'
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Resident and Mrs South Africa 2023 semi-finalist Monique Losper was part of a list of women that attended an empowerment workshop and annual women’s breakfast hosted by Mrs South Africa 2023.
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This was on March 25 and March 26 respectively at the Emperors Palace where over 820 women were in attendance.
The intensive one-day workshop featured a line-up of exceptional guest speakers and industry experts who shared their insights into online content creation, social media management, media and public relations, sponsorship acquisition and management, and emotional intelligence.
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Joani Johnson, CEO of Mrs South Africa said the event was also aimed at empowering women beyond the pageant itself.
“Mrs South Africa’s commitment to empowering women goes beyond the pageant itself. We pride ourselves on offering our semi-finalists the chance to receive mentorship, expert guidance, and advice from experienced industry leaders through our MBA of life, giving participants the tools, they need to thrive, no matter which path they find themselves on.
“Overall, skills workshops are a vital component of the Mrs South Africa program, offering valuable learning experiences and acting as a platform for growth, skills development, and inspiration. With this training behind them, we often hear inspiring stories of former participants who have gone on to earn new job opportunities, start their own businesses, and make a real impact in their communities,” said Johnson.
She added that expert speakers explored a range of topics offering sage advice and tricks of the trade.