{
  "id": 670926,
  "title": "Indonesian Women Forge Leadership Skills in 'CEO for a Day' Program",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/indonesian-women-forge-leadership-skills-in-ceo-for-a-day-program",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-12T14:20:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tempo.co English",
    "slug": "tempo-co-english",
    "url": "https://en.tempo.co/read/2117357/indonesian-women-forge-leadership-skills-in-ceo-for-a-day-program"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sixteen young women from throughout Indonesia gathered with female CEOs, senior business executives, government officials, and United Nations agency heads at the conclusion of the CEO for a Day Indonesia: Women Shaping Tomorrow program. Jointly organized by the United Nations in Indonesia, the AmCham Indonesia Women Network, and the UN Global Compact Network Indonesia, this initiative aimed to empower young women through mentorship and leadership opportunities. The event took place on International Youth Day and highlighted the importance of nurturing female leadership to advance the Sustainable Development Goals.\n\nGita Sabharwal, UN Resident Coordinator in Indonesia, emphasized the role of women leaders in driving inclusion, equality, and sustainable development during her opening remarks. She noted that bringing together generations of women leaders could help shape a more equitable future for Indonesia.\n\nThe participants were carefully chosen based on their leadership potential, motivation, and dedication to making a positive impact. They were paired with experienced women leaders from various sectors for a day of shadowing and learning. One participant, 24-year-old Dhea Umi Amalia, stressed that background should not limit one's potential. She encouraged first-generation women to dream big, seek mentors, and invest in their personal growth.\n\nDonna Priadi, Managing Director of AmCham Indonesia, explained that the program provided young women with a realistic view of leadership. It highlighted the challenges, decision-making, and responsibilities that come with leadership roles. Priadi stressed that leadership cannot be learned solely through books; it requires real-world experience, curiosity, and the courage to ask questions.\n\nThe closing ceremony featured participant reflections, a leadership talk show, a recognition ceremony, and an interactive session where participants could ask questions directly to the women leaders. Y. W. Junardy, President of the UN Global Compact Network Indonesia, highlighted the private sector's role in supporting the next generation of women leaders. He stressed that gender equality must be more than mere commitment; companies must create inclusive workplaces, strengthen women's leadership pipelines, offer meaningful mentorship, and ensure equal opportunities for advancement.\n\nCEO for a Day Indonesia launched in June 2026, targeting young women aged 18-25 who had made significant contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals. Through this initiative, organizers aimed to inspire more organizations to invest in youth leadership and help achieve gender equality at all levels of leadership and decision-making.",
  "summary": "Sixteen young women from across Indonesia participated in the CEO for a Day Indonesia: Women Shaping Tomorrow program, a youth shadowing and mentorship initiative jointly organized by the United Nations in Indonesia, AmCham Indonesia Women Network, and the UN Global Compact Network Indonesia. Held to commemorate International Youth Day, the Leadership Forum celebrated the achievements of the participants while reaffirming the shared commitment to empower young women through leadership, mentorship, and meaningful opportunities to grow. The program, which selected participants based on their leadership potential, motivation, and commitment, provided the 16 participants with first-hand insight into leadership, organizational culture, career development, and decision-making.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}