Consuls share experiences of diplomacy

Influential role players in business and political landscape gathered at the sixth annual Women’s Day Summit held by the Georgia Women’s Chamber of Commerce to celebrate International Women’s Day.

The consul generals of Ireland, Israel and India formed the panel for discussion as they shared their experiences as ‘Women in Diplomacy’. Deputy President of SACCUS, Ms Magda Odendaal says the organisation stands with women across the globe to promote equality in entrepreneurship, leadership, and the workplace.

Israeli Consul General Anat Sultan-Dagon and Magda Odendaal

Ireland Consul General and Magda Odendaal

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