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Women in Industry 

The 24th edition of the World Petroleum Congress held in Calgary, Alberta on September 17 – 21, 2023 will act as a bridge between the traditional energy sector and a more carbon-neutral industry over the next 25 five years. A key social responsibility pillar of the Congress continues to be the inclusion and promotion of Women in Industry.

The percentage of women working in the oil and gas industry remains unchanged at 22%, the same level reported in 2017. By actively ensuring Women in Industry have a role at the 24th World Petroleum Congress, we are doing our part to increase that number.

 

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When you attend the 24th World Petroleum Congress in 2023, you can expect:

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Breakfast

Women in Industry Breakfast (Open for Delegates Only)

Since 2008, each World Petroleum Congress has hosted a Women's Breakfast on the Sunday before the opening ceremony. The breakfast is a networking opportunity for delegates to make connections ahead of the congress. Delegates can expect to learn more about the barriers to gender diversity in business and within the energy sector as well as exchange ideas and strategies to drive advancement.

We are delighted to announce that this year, we will be including students from local organizations and STEM programs to join us at the Women’s Breakfast. This inclusive initiative aims to provide participants with valuable learning and mentorship opportunities. Our goal is to showcase the potential of a rewarding career in the energy industry while emphasizing the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Keynote Speakers: 

  • Kim McHugh
    Vice President Rockies Business Unit, Chevron 
    Chair, International Association of Oil and Gas Producers

Agenda:

  • 7:30 am - Onsite Congress Registration Opens (BADGE PICKUP ONLY)
  • 8:00 am - Coffee & Networking
  • 8:30 am - Buffet Breakfast
  • 9:00 am - Opening Remarks
  • 9:15 am - Keynote Address
  • 9:45 am - Closing Remarks
  • 10:00 am - End of Event

Please note: The Women's Breakfast is limited to registered 24th WPC delegates. Space is limited and available on a first come first serve basis. 

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Workshop

WinSETT Leadership Program Skill Booster - Self Promotion: Your Way

This 50-minute Skill Booster will be led by a professional WinSETT facilitator and include discussion, self-reflection, and experience-based learning.

Open to delegates and exhibition pass holders.
Advanced registration is required.  

 

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Panel Discussion

Women Leading the Way: Global Perspective on the Future of Energy

Speakers from other World Areas discussing the challenges and opportunities for energy around the world, and their unique perspectives on women's role in the future of Energy.

Panelists:

  • Momoyo Yuki, Head of Research and Analysis, Japan Petroleum Exploration Co.
  • Olga Fedorova, New Business Manager, CEPSA Spain.
  • Ana Paula Zettel, Upstream Partnerships & Processes Executive Manager, Petrobras Brazil.
  • Reem Al Ghanim, HR Leader, Saudi Aramco.

Moderator:

  • Ali Kilmer, formerly ARC Resources

Networking

Women in Industry Mixer

The Women in Industry Mixer is a networking event that offers an excellent opportunity to connect and build relationships with industry professionals.  Take advantage of some time to socialize while enjoying drinks and appetizers. It is the perfect setting to meet new people, share experiences, and exchange ideas with people from around the world.

Woman In the Industry Panel Discussion

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Panel Discussion

Women in the Field:  The Realities, Challenges and Opportunities of a career in the field

Women speaking to the realities of field work whether Fly-In / Fly-Out, Expat, Site or Offshore. Panelists will discuss concepts of safety, health, culture in the field while highlighting technical skill development and live operation decision making.

Panelists:

  • Sepideh Samiei, Manager, Production Engineering, CNRL Horizon 
  • Teresa Waddington, LNG Canada
  • Kirsten Smyth, Reliability Lead, Kearl, Imperial Oil
  • Sarah Ray, Offshore Wireline Engineer, Altus, a Baker Hughes Company in Norway

Moderator:

  • Katherine Sinex, WinSETT

Workshop

WinSETT Leadership Program Skill Booster –  Mentors and Sponsors

This 50-minute Skill Booster will be led by a professional WinSETT facilitator and include discussion, self-reflection, and experience-based learning.   Open to delegates and Exhibition pass holders. Advanced registration is required. 

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Session

Beyond Male Allies by Next Gen Men

The term “Male Allies” is frequently used when advancing gender equity in male-dominant workplaces like Energy, but does it actually capture what it is that we need from men? Hear how to move from benevolent sexism to buy-in to a form of allyship that is active, not passive – a commitment to transforming a system and incurring the necessary costs.

Learning Objectives:

Identify what is implied by the term "Male Allies", both good and unexamined

  • Recognize shortcomings in initiatives championing Male Allies
  • Select a pathway to inviting and engaging men as stakeholders for gender equity

Speaker:

Jake Stika
Co-Founder and Executive Director, Next Gen Men and Equity Leaders

As Next Gen Men’s Executive Director and co-founder, Stika is a passionate speaker and facilitator focused on gender-based issues related to the social and emotional development of young men, the health and well-being of men in communities, and gender equity in workplaces.

Stika was named one of Avenue Magazine’s Top 40 Under 40, as well as having earned recognition from Ashoka, the British Council, and the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. He has spoken at the United Nations as part of the Canadian Delegation, and participated in the UN Women Safe Cities Initiative Global Forum. He is also a proud advisor to the Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association, Canadian Women & Sport, as well as the Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter.

Report

Untapped Reserves 3.0 - A Joint Initiative between BCG and WPC Energy

Earlier this year Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and the World Petroleum Council (WPC Energy) launched the third edition of the Untapped Reserves survey which is the only recurring global study on DE&I in the Energy industry.

The survey provides an assessment of diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) within the sector and this third edition will build upon the findings and outcomes of the previous two reports, released in 2017 and 2021.  These reports’ findings were based on substantial proprietary research, with version 2.0 including feedback from more than 2,800 employees across 60 countries, along with more than 50 interviews with senior executives and other industry professionals. In addition, data was analysed from 50 international oil companies, national oil companies, and service providers with collective revenues of $2 trillion and representing about 14% of global employment in the oil and gas sector.

Untapped Reserves 3.0, will increase the industry reach of the project to include data from power, utilities and new energy companies and for the first time will pose detailed questions around other diversity dimensions e.g., race/ethnicity, disabilities, economic background, etc.  It will also examine the full impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on the industry’s DE&I progress.

A full report of the survey findings will be launched at the World Petroleum Congress in Calgary, Canada in September 2023.

Review the previous two Untapped Reserves reports here:

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Awards

WPC Excellence Awards on Gender and Inclusion

The WPC Excellence Awards recognizes companies, institutions, and/or any public or private organizations engaged in the oil and gas industry for promoting or operating with high excellence standards.

This year, a new award has been announced as part of the WPC Excellence Awards – the Gender and Inclusion in the Energy Sector Award! This Award is to recognize an organization that has gone above and beyond to role model effective diversity

The following criteria are taken into consideration by an independent panel when assessing the projects:

  • Effective policies, programmes and interventions in place to improve gender diversity, with measurable results
  • Innovative use of technology to remove barriers to gender representation across the business
  • Driving gender parity is a strategic business commitment supported across the board by senior management
  • Company culture that recognises D&I as a fundamental organisational value
  • Transparent D&I company targets

Lounge

Women in Industry Lounge

Join the Women in Industry Lounge at the SSR Pavilion to:

  • Engage and make connections with colleagues from around the world
  • Explore resources and organizations dedicated to supporting women in the energy industry and STEM related fields
  • Learn and discuss the findings of the third edition of the Untapped Reserves survey which is the only recurring global study on DE&I in the Energy industry – Conducted by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and the World Petroleum Council (WPC)
  • Upgrade your image and elevate your presence with our top-notch “Headshot” Photobooth, a powerful professional photo is key to making a lasting first impression in the digital world we live in -  proudly sponsored by the Women in Industry Committee.
  • Refresh and recharge with snacks and power connections for your devices

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