The Global Women Leadership Summit 2026 (GWLS26) proudly returns for its eighth consecutive year as one of the worldโs most influential platforms convening visionary women, thought leaders, pioneers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and global change agents committed to shaping the future of transformational leadership and inspiring generational impact and global change.
Taking place 6thโ7th November 2026 at the stateโofโtheโart Liverpool Hope University, Hope Park, L16 9JD, the summit will once again position Liverpool as a global hub for purposeโdriven leadership, innovation, and crossโborder collaboration. Daily sessions will run from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, followed by the prestigious Visionary Woman Awards Dinner on Saturday, 7th November, 7:00 PM โ 11:30 PM, where exceptional women whose leadership demonstrates sustained generational contribution and global relevance will be formally honoured.
This yearโs theme, โThe Visionary Woman: Leading with Authority, Inspiring Generational Impact & Global Transformation,โ honours the transformational power of visionary women who lead with clarity, conviction, and purpose. It underscores how vision-driven leadership not only illuminates the path forward but also cultivates unshakeable confidence, ignites generational and cultural change, and produces tangible results that strengthen families, elevate organisations, and transform nations.
GWLS26 will feature highโlevel keynote addresses, plenary sessions, strategic panel dialogues, masterclasses, and leadership clinics designed to equip women across governance, enterprise, academia, finance, innovation, faith, and public leadership. Delegates will engage with cuttingโedge frameworks that translate vision into measurable, sustainable, generational and global impact. The summit will also advance best practices in transformational leadership, economic empowerment, mentorship, and international collaboration.
HIGHLIGHTS OF GLOBAL WOMEN LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2025: DAY 1
HIGHLIGHTS OF GLOBAL WOMEN LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2025: DAY 2
A Call to Visionaries Across the Globe
As a global platform, GWLS26 now issues an official call for visionary leaders, speakers, workshop facilitators, exhibitors, sponsors, strategic partners, and volunteers who align with the summitโs mandate. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a highโlevel international gathering that prioritises and accelerates womenโs empowerment, leadership, and global influence.
Partner organisations will gain strategic visibility, direct engagement with decisionโmakers, and alignment with a global network advancing authorityโdriven leadership and sustainable transformation.
Dr Sylvia Forchap-Likambi, Founder and Summit Host, had this to say:
โI am immensely honoured and prIvileged to once again lead one of the most diverse and transformational gatherings of visionโ and purposeโdriven women leaders and pioneers from across the globe, whose unwavering conviction and courage are transforming families, institutions, communities, and nations. Their shared vision continues to create generational impact and build sustainable global change and connections โ demonstrating the extraordinary power of women who lead with clarity, purpose, and divine authority.โ
She added:
โVision is the womb of conviction. When a woman sees with clarity, she leads with purpose, governs with discipline, and exercises authority with integrity. Vision gives birth to influence that empowers and strengthens families, builds enduring institutions, and advances nations.โ โ Dr Sylvia ForchapโLikambi, Founder & Global Chair, Global Visionary Women Network
GWLS26 AGENDA
GLOBAL WOMEN LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2026 (GWLS26)
5โ9 November 2026 | Liverpool, United Kingdom
The Global Women Leadership Summit 2026 proudly returns for its eighth consecutive year as one of the world’s most influential platforms dedicated to advancing women’s leadership, empowerment, innovation, entrepreneurship, and global collaboration.
Bringing together visionary women, thought leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, academics, innovators, and change-makers from across the United Kingdom and around the world, GWLS26 offers five transformative days of learning, networking, collaboration, celebration, and strategic engagement.
Join us in the iconic city of Liverpool for an unforgettable leadership experience designed to inspire action, foster partnerships, and create lasting global impact.
DAY ONE
Thursday 5 November 2026
Global Welcome Reception & Networking Evening
๐ Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU)
๐ 6:00 PM โ 9:00 PM
Hosted in partnership with Liverpool John Moores University, the summit officially begins with an exclusive welcome reception bringing together delegates, speakers, dignitaries, sponsors, partners, academics, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and leaders from across the UK and around the world.
This prestigious evening provides the perfect setting to establish meaningful connections, exchange ideas, and begin building relationships that will extend far beyond the summit itself.
DAY TWO
Friday 6 November 2026
Global Women Leadership Summit 2026 โ Day One
๐ Liverpool Hope University
๐ค 9:30 AM โ 6:00 PM
Theme Focus:
Leading with Authority: Vision, Influence & Transformational Leadership
The summit opens with a dynamic programme of keynote addresses, plenary sessions, strategic leadership dialogues, panel discussions, masterclasses, workshops, and professional development clinics.
Delegates will gain practical insights, leadership tools, and innovative strategies designed to strengthen their influence, elevate their impact, and equip them to lead with greater confidence and authority.
DAY THREE
Saturday 7 November 2026
Global Women Leadership Summit 2026 โ Day Two
๐ Liverpool Hope University
๐ค 9:30 AM โ 6:00 PM
Theme Focus:
Inspiring Generational Impact & Global Transformation
Day Two explores how visionary leadership creates sustainable change, empowers future generations, and drives transformation across communities, organisations, and nations.
Through inspiring keynotes, leadership masterclasses, panel discussions, mentorship conversations, and the Young Leaders Forum, delegates will discover how to transform vision into legacy and influence into lasting impact.
SATURDAY EVENING
Visionary Woman Awards Dinner
๐ Liverpool, United Kingdom
๐ 7:00 PM โ 11:45 PM
The summit culminates in the prestigious Visionary Woman Awards Dinner, celebrating extraordinary women whose leadership, innovation, service, and influence are creating meaningful and lasting change around the world.
This elegant evening of recognition, inspiration, celebration, and networking is one of the highlights of the GWLS26 experience.
DAY FOUR
Sunday 8 November 2026
Exclusive Mastermind Networking Breakfast
With Dr Sylvia Forchap-Likambi
๐ Novotel Liverpool Paddington Village
๐ 10:00 AM โ 1:00 PM
Join Dr Sylvia Forchap-Likambi, Founder and Global Chair of the Global Visionary Women Network, for an intimate and highly interactive networking breakfast.
Designed for international delegates, speakers, entrepreneurs, partners, policymakers, sponsors, and emerging leaders, this exclusive gathering provides opportunities for strategic networking, collaboration, leadership conversations, business development, and personal growth.
A unique opportunity to connect, learn, and engage in deeper conversations with fellow leaders in a more relaxed and informal setting.
DAY FIVE
Monday 9 November 2026
Global Leadership, Innovation & Partnership Forum
In Partnership with Liverpool John Moores University and Liverpool City Council
๐ Liverpool, United Kingdom
๐ 10:00 AM โ 1:00 PM
As the concluding engagement of GWLS26, this high-level forum brings together international delegates, university leaders, policymakers, civic representatives, entrepreneurs, innovators, and strategic partners for meaningful dialogue and collaboration.
Focused on leadership, innovation, education, international partnerships, entrepreneurship, civic engagement, and economic development, the forum provides a powerful platform for knowledge exchange, partnership building, and future collaboration.
The forum concludes the summit with a renewed commitment to advancing transformational leadership, innovation, and sustainable global impact.
WHY ATTEND GWLS26?
โ Learn from internationally renowned leaders and experts
โ Access transformational leadership insights and practical strategies
โ Build meaningful relationships with influential women from around the world
โ Participate in leadership masterclasses, workshops, and networking opportunities
โ Explore collaboration, partnership, and business opportunities
โ Celebrate excellence at the Visionary Woman Awards Dinner
โ Become part of a powerful global network committed to leadership, impact, and transformation
REGISTER TODAY TO JOIN US!
Benefits of Participating in GWLS26
For Delegates
- Access to high-level keynote addresses and strategic leadership dialogues
- Exposure to cutting-edge frameworks for vision-driven and transformational leadership
- Practical blueprints for translating vision into measurable generational and global impact
- Structured networking with policymakers, executives, entrepreneurs, and global pioneers
- Opportunities for cross-border collaboration and international partnerships
- Mentorship insights and intergenerational leadership development strategies
- Recognition through Certificates of Attendance and Participation
- Exclusive access to the Visionary Woman Awards Dinner
For Speakers & Thought Leaders
- Platform visibility before an international audience of decision-makers
- Opportunity to share tested principles, leadership frameworks, and research
- Strategic positioning within a respected global leadership summit
- Media exposure and expanded professional credibility
- Engagement with aligned leaders across sectors and nations
SPEAKER’S EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM
For Sponsors & Corporate Partners
- Strategic brand visibility within a distinguished international summit
- Direct engagement with influential women leaders and institutional stakeholders
- Award presentation opportunities at the Visionary Woman Awards Dinner
- Alignment with a respected global platform advancing authority-driven leadership
- Access to a diverse network of entrepreneurs, policymakers, academics, and executives
- Long-term partnership positioning within a growing global ecosystem
For Exhibitors
- Direct access to a high-level, purpose-driven international audience
- Opportunity to showcase products, services, research, or innovations
- Brand positioning within a transformational leadership environment
- Meaningful engagement with potential collaborators and clients
For Volunteers
- Leadership exposure within a high-level international event
- Practical experience in event coordination and global engagement
- Networking with senior leaders and global participants
- Recognition for service within a landmark global gathering and certificate
Certificates of Attendance and Participation will be issued upon request.
Register to attend the Awards Dinner
For media enquiries, sponsorship, speaking opportunities, exhibition space, partnership enquiries, membership, or registration details, please contact:
Global Visionary Women Network (GVWN)
Website: www.globalvisionarywomen.org
Email: event@globalvisionarywomen.org
Membership Registration: www.globalvisionarywomen.org/member
Tel: +44 (0) 7539216072
