1. 1 THE ASSOCIATION FOR WOMEN'S CAREER DEVELOPMENT IN HUNGARY (AWCDH) FOUNDED IN 2003 THE FOUNDERS OF THE ASSOCIATION identified the need for a non-governmental organization to help promote women’s equality by working with and fostering the cooperation between organizations dealing with women’s issues, by taking an active role in the formulation of a common platform and helping to promote equal opportunities for women active in all major sectors of life.

2. 2 WHY IS „WOMEN'S CAREER” A SPECIAL SUBJECT? In a woman’s life there are certain periods, cycles, and changes that are particular to her womanhood. It is therefore imperative that women of different ages and different social situations should be provided with sufficient information to meet their special needs and circumstances. Only in this way can they make informed choices and pursue careers most suited to their talent.

3. 3 OUR GOALS to advance the dialogue between legislation, government, the profit and non-profit spheres, higher education, and all potential stakeholders of AWCDH in order to meet economic, social, cultural and educational challenges. Our objectives have been defined in the combined spirit of national development goals, the laws on equality, EU directives, the corresponding UN Strategies and Recommendations, and European Employment Strategy, Promotion of Euro-Atlantic integration.

4. 4 WE ADOPT all positive foreign best practices within a Hungarian framework WE ARE GOING TO PRESENT exemplary Hungarian practices abroad by utilizing our network within the European Union and the United Nations WE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY to cooperate in the work of UN/ECOSOC as the first Hungarian NGO with “Special consultative status with UN-ECOSOC”, gained in 2009. This circumstance makes our cooperation in the field of European relations and global issues like gender equality, women’s rights and women’s employment more effective.

5. 5 THINK TANK The dedicated members of AWCDH, well trained professionals in his or her field, are putting their knowledge and expertise in the service of the goals set by the Association. A Forum of knowledge transfer with the participation of organizations interested in an increase in employment and the realization of gender equality (EU, government, economic and non-profit sector, scientific sphere, media) as a basis for an increase in women’s employment and a more characteristic representation of gender equality, thus contributing to the expansion of the labor market, its greater effectiveness, and the strengthening of economic competitiveness. The AWCDH formulates and publicizes its views regarding women’s employment on Hungarian, EU and UN levels.

6. 6 OUR STRATEGIC PROJECTS Foundation of the following Awards “Best Workplace for Women Award” since 2007 – yearly “Award for Women’s Equality” since 2007 – yearly “Local Governments for Equality Award” – 2005 Organization of the following Conferences (2009-2011) ”Women at home, in the workplace and beyond – Central European Alliance for Women’s Empowerment” international conference – 2011 „Women’s Careers above 40 and 50” international conference – 2010 “March for the Disabled Women” conference series since 2006 – yearly “A Trio For Gender Equality 2010-2011” international conference in the Hungarian Parliament – 2010 “Partnering for a Better World” - Work and Partnering: the UN – ECOSOC and accredited NGOs” Conference – 2009 “Women’s Career for a Lifetime” international conference in the Hungarian Parliament – 2009

7. 7 Organization of the following Conferences (2004-2008) „Employment – Equality – Competitiveness” international conference in the Hungarian Parliament and multimedia DVD– 2008 “Women and Career in the 21 st Century” university road show in cooperation with Procter&Gamble – 2007-2009 “Hungarian Women for a Better World” conference in the Hungarian Parliament and portal – 2007 “Women in Political Decision Making” book and conference in the Hungarian Parliament – 2006 “Mayors for Equal Opportunities” conference – 2005 “Women’s Role in Regional Development and Public Life” conference – 2004

8. 8 EXPERT ACTIVITIES AND PRESENTATIONS (Andrea Ferenczi president) On 25 November 2011 - presentation about „Women’s Career for a Lifetime” at the Gerontological Days in Nyiregyhaza, International Conference titled „The Art of Ageing” Since 2010 - Member of the Employment and Active Ageing Expert Group of AGE Platform Europe Since 2008 Advisor to the Committee on Employment and Labour of the Hungarian Parliament in the field of “women and equal opportunities” Member of the Executive Diversity Council of Diversity Spectrum Corporation Board member of the Older Women’s Network, Europe Between 2006-2010 - invited consultant to the “Women in Economic Decision-Making” Work Group of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour. Presentations on UN and EU conferences 2009 - presentation about the situation in Hungary and across Eastern Europe regarding trafficking in women, children, & specifically in girls at the Conference on Human Trafficking organized by the Anglican UN Office in Hong Kong 2007 - presentations at several Hungarian and International Conferences in the fields of Diversity and Women’s Equality including the World Diversity Leadership Summit, New York, and the European Commission’s Social Integration Conference in Brussels.

9. 9 BEST WORKPLACE FOR WOMEN AWARD Founded in 2007 in honor of the “Equal Opportunities for All – European Year” Our goal: to point beyond the need for equal employment opportunities to the economic advantages of making more and more women part of the work force. The Competition is open to Companies operating in Hungary who fall into one of two categories: 20 - 250 employees over 250 employees Aspects of Evaluation: fair working arrangements; career opportunities, promotion; opportunities to preserve health and well-being, skill development opportunities, reconciliation of work, private and family life.

10. 10 DATABASE REGARDING WOMEN’S EMPLOYMENT Since 2007 we have carried out surveys in connection with our “Best Workplace for Women” Award among employers and employees. Our special database regarding women’s employment and women’s well-being is available as a representative sample based on the opinion of about 15 thousands questionnaires. WE ARE GOING TO FURTHER DEVELOP OUR “BEST WORKPLACE AWARD” WITH PARTICULAR EMPHASIS ON Introduction of Hungarian “best practices” on Hungarian and international platforms Representation of the interest of special women’s groups as employees such as: integration of fresh graduates into the labour market, inclusion and/or continued employment of women returning from maternity leave, support of the careers of women above 50, improving employment chances of women with disabilities. Women’s employment in the ICT sector.

11. 11 „ WOMEN AND CAREER IN THE 21 ST CENTURY” ROAD SHOW 2007-2008 AT HUNGARIAN UNIVERSITIES IN COOPERATION WITH PROCTER&GAMBLE BUDAPEST (CORVINUS), DEBRECEN, PÉCS, SZEGED Career consultation, reconciliation of private and professional life Goals: Supporting the objectives of „2007-Equal Opportunities for All European Year” in the EU Drew attention to the challenges and requirements fresh graduates have to face in order to harmonize work/career and private life successfully Information on the experience of P&G and available jobs at Procter&Gamble The invited guests, women in leading positions in business, politics, public administration and non-profit organizations, give their own examples, based on their own experiences and through this encourage young women (and men) to go for a successful career and private life.

12. 12 OUR SERVICES Diversity management and diversity audit Special trainings: Diversity Work / life balance Women in leadership Effective leadership tools for male leaders in managing women employees On-line trainings Organization of conferences and workshops Publishing training materials and books Hungarian and International Expert, Trainer and Speaker database Research and surveys regarding diversity and women’s employment Operation and Development of Internet networking HR and PR services

13. 13 OUR ORGANIZATION 90 members (yearly max. 5 candidates are awarded membership) 7 board members Articles Association: www.womenscareer.org Representation in all regions of Hungary International representations: EU, UN USA, Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands, UK, Germany, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Israel. Chapters: Local governments and Regional Development, Youths, Aging, Disabled, Education, Corporate, Media, Sport, Culture, Health, Tourism, International Relations. Tom Lantos Memorial Committee

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15. 15 GET IN TOUCH WITH: Ms. Andrea Ferenczi founder and president The Association for Women’s Career in Hungary Ugron Gábor u. 28 H-1118 Budapest Hungary Phone: +361 319 5245 Fax: +361 319 2017 E-mail: awcdh@t-online.huawcdh@t-online.hu WEBSITES:

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