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Female Truck Driver Survey

We’re gathering insights from female professional drivers in the chemical and logistics sectors to better understand their experiences, challenges, and aspirations.

Your input will help shape recommendations for employers and policymakers to create a more inclusive and supportive work environment.

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Read our very first expert paper

At Women in Logistics, we believe achieving a better male-female balance is essential for business competitiveness and sustainable success.

Our very first expert paper evaluates how purposeful leadership can drive that goal. Because, real change starts at the top. By actively shaping culture, setting the tone, and leading by example, leaders hold the keys to unlocking true diversity, innovation, sustainability and performance.

Discover the top-down opportunities, including the hurdles to take. Want to know more about the glass ceiling, broken rung, and glass cliff? Download our expert paper, get inspired and share it (with your CEO).

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Relive Delectable Dining & Diversity Discours' lunch

H.Essers hosted the ‘Delectable Dining & Diversity Discours’ lunch debate as part of the Women in Logistics series.

This event focused on the “top-down” dimension of the WIL Consortium plan, emphasizing the role of leadership in driving meaningful change.
We explored the critical roles that leaders must play in closing the gender gap in our industry, discussing topics like leadership purpose, cultural transformation, and role modeling.

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Responsible care award

We are proud to share that Dow has been recognized by Cefic with a commendation at the 2024 European Responsible Care Awards for co-founding Women in Logistics!

WIL was honored in the Improving European Competitiveness category for its commitment to closing the gender gap in the chemical logistics industry through our unique partnership.

This recognition is for all the incredible people and organizations who are involved and believe in WIL’s mission. Your dedication and support drive our initiative forward!

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The future of Women in Logistics (WIL) is taking shape!

At our recent board meeting at Dow’s Terneuzen office, we validated the transition towards becoming a fully recognized non-profit association.
This evolution gives us a stronger foundation, providing the legal structure needed to amplify our impact.

With this transition, WIL becomes more than a passionate movement—we’re building a legacy of empowerment and collaboration in the logistics industry.

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European Advocate for Change Award

Thrilled to announce that Women in Logistics has been recognized with the 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 from WEConnect International! This award is a testament to the dedication of everyone involved.

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Kick off event Women in Logistics

Exciting moment from the kick-off event for Women in Logistics in Antwerp, organized by Dow!
We are proud to share this group picture of the esteemed board members of our consortium.

Dow brought together influential figures from the European chemical industry to emphasize the importance and urgency of Women in Logistics and to encourage them to join us in driving change!

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