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    An empowering collaboration designed to support & advance the personal & professional development of women across Wales.

    Women’s Academy Wales is Wales’ women’s empowerment ecosystem, where women grow with confidence, capability, and community, and are celebrated for their achievements through a purpose-driven awards platform.

    More than a network, we are a community where women connect meaningfully, develop real skills, and are championed every step of the way. Through structured learning, mentorship, and the Women’s Awards Wales, we provide spaces where women don’t just succeed individually, they rise together.

    Our members benefit from:

    • Connection that leads somewhere – build genuine relationships across industries and stages of life.
    • A safe but powerful space to grow – inclusivity, support, and confidence-building without intimidation.
    • Real personal and professional development – workshops, masterclasses, and leadership pathways.
    • Visibility and recognition – celebrate achievements and amplify your impact through our awards platform.
    • A culture of championing, not competing – lift others as you grow, creating collective momentum.

    At Women’s Academy Wales, you’re not just joining a network—you’re becoming part of a movement. A space where success is shared, voices are elevated, and women rise together.

    Events, programmes, workshops, 121, team days, mentoring & more.

    The Academy is our one stop shop for all things empowerment, starting with the foundation of wellbeing, moving onto boosting confidence & presence and finishing with empowerment & bespoke career planning.

    The Rise Retreat

    Vale Resort

    Friday 25th September at 09:00-17:00

    A whole day dedicated to YOU, we'll come together to connect, reflect, learn and commit to our growth in all areas of our lives.

    We have exclusive access to 'The Orangerie at The Vale Hotel' such a beautiful setting for a day of reflection, reignition and rising!

    What you'll receive:

    • A full day of realisation, inspiration, motivation & connection, we'll be looking at how far we've come, where we are & where we want to be
    • Themed workshops on women's wellness & presenting authentically with purpose and passion, a bespoke legacy and career plan
    • Training from qualified experts in our fields
      • Andrea Byrne (National Anchor & award winning journalist & author)
      • Emma Jay (Maternal mental health & wellness coach, TedX speaker & author)
      • Beth Reynolds (Baldwin) (Award winning trainer & career coach, Pride of Britain charity campaigner)
    • Connection with yourself & likeminded women, we pride ourselves on the diversity of our community, across sectors, sharing access far and wide to inspiring women in many fields.
    • Refreshments and a delicious lunch.
    • Professional headshots images from the fabulous Gemma Griffiths
    • A glass of fizz & a goody bag full of treats and offers to finish the day

    We're happy to answer any questions or queries, please call/ email one of us. This is different to any other retreat, we focus on YOU, you leave inspired, motivated and ready to RISE!

    Book Now! Frequently Asked Questions

    Booking - £165 early bird Members price, valid until 31st July when the price is £185. We have 40 spaces available, get in quick as this event sells out fast!

    *Any issues booking through the link or to request an invoice please reply and I'll send you bank details.

    We're so excited to spend the day with you & share our every growing ecosystem of support with you.

    Annual Membership

    Join us on our mission to connect, collaborate, champion, cheerlead and strive for change!

    WAW members receive:

    • Earlybird access to all events
    • Four online masterclasses per year (one every 90 days)
      • January: Goal Setting
      • April: Mindset
      • July: Your Mindset & Pivoting
      • October: Reflect & Reset
    • Sponsorship opportunities to share with our community
    • Opportunity to join our Resident Expert Panel (REP) in your field of expertise - showcasing your work to our community in one of our events / masterclasses where relevant.

    The introductory investment for your annual subscription is £49!

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    News

    What is the Megan Starr Foundation?

    Nicola Harteveld was one of our finalists for Women’s Awards Wales on 3rd March. Through her incredible work, Nicola founded the Megan’s Starr Foundation in 2017, after the loss of her daughter to both verbal and online bullying at just 14. (Read More)

    WAW’s April Masterclass: Mindset, Challenge & Transition

    At Women’s Academy Wales, we are passionate about creating spaces where women can grow, connect, and step confidently into their next chapter. Our community is built on empowerment, collaboration, and the belief that when women support one another, meaningful change happens. (Read More)

    A Night At The Senedd

    It’s finally time to reflect on the incredible success of our very first Women’s Awards Wales. Held on the 3rd March in the ever impressive Senedd, women across wales came together to celebrate, highlight and uplift personal and professional achievements. (Read More)

    International Women’s Day 2026 - what are WAW up to this week?

    On the 8th March 2026 it’s International Women’s Day and Women’s Academy Wales are attending and supporting a multitude of events taking place to commemorate the week. International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate women’s achievements globally, to recognise growth, face ongoing challenges and renew our commitment to gender equality. (Read More)

    Women’s Academy Wales’ First Open Mic Event

    On Thursday 29th January, we held our very first Open Mic Night for the Women’s Academy Wales hosting ten key speakers sharing their stories of hardship, resilience and courage. (Read More)

    We’re a No. 1 Amazon Bestseller!

    Our poem Together We Rise has been published alongside 110 incredible women’s voices in the powerful anthology Rhythm: Poetry for Your Soul.... (Read More)

    Over £2000 Raised in 2025!

    At Women's Academy Wales, we are incredibly proud to support a wide range of charitable organisations.

    Across our 2025 events, we have successfully raised over £2000 to support charities including believe, BulliesOut and bigmoose.

    Connections, collaboration and a new community at our Reignite Retreat!

    We are still coming down from the buzz at our inaugural Women’s Academy Wales ‘Reignite Retreat’ at the gorgeous Canada Lodge and Lake! The biggest thank you to all the delegates - our WAW women were fantastic... (Read More)

    Reignite Day Retreats provide the space and time to feel supported in refocusing your ambitions, realigning your values and looking ahead with clarity to find where you want to be.

    Give yourself the time to reconnect with your possibilities in a luxury environment with like-minded people where you can discover a new way forward.

    Whether you’re wanting to reboot your career, change direction professionally, start a business or tackle burnout, Reignite Retreats can give you a starter kit for reinvention in a supportive and trusting space.

    Our Team

    Emma Jay

    Emma Jay - Life Shaper

    Mental & physical wellbeing coach. Working 121 & with businesses to build solid foundations in wellbeing to ensure they thrive in both life & career.

    Expertise
    • Wellbeing Coach
    • Mental & Physical Fitness
    • Maternal Wellbeing
    • Team Workshops
    • Organisational Wellbeing

    Andrea Byrne

    Andrea Byrne - Confidence Creator

    TV & radio presenter for 20 years with ITV & the BBC. I build your confidence & presence, helping you to communicate with influence and impact.

    Expertise
    • Confidence Coach
    • Media Coach
    • Presentation Training
    • Confidence Workshops
    • Communication Workshops

    Beth Reynolds

    Beth Reynolds – Career Coach

    An award-winning trainer, specialising in career growth & personal empowerment through coaching, training & workshops. Removing the barriers to the next step.

    Expertise
    • 121 Career Empowerment
    • Leadership Coaching
    • Leadership Profiling
    • Career Training Programmes
    • Career Workshops

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