Join us for a powerful panel discussion celebrating female entrepreneurship and leadership on International Women’s Day, as we explore the theme "March Forward".
This event, in partnership with City of Parramatta, aims to empower women and highlight the inspiring journeys of women leaders who have broken barriers in business and life.
Women—especially in Western Sydney—juggle multiple roles. Our panelists will share their personal stories of resilience, ambition, struggles and success across various aspects of their lives. Together, they will discuss the unique challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in Western Sydney, the importance of community support, practical tips for balancing work and life, and, most importantly, the power of self-acceptance and marching forward.
This panel discussion is for everyone looking for genuine connection and inspiration on a Saturday afternoon.
We hope this event will provide valuable insights on how we can all march forward towards a more inclusive and empowering future for women in business while fostering a strong, supportive network in Western Sydney.
Meet Our Panelists:
🧚♀️ Danielle Haj-Moussa – Investor at Main Sequence
Danielle is an investor at Main Sequence Ventures, a $1B deep-tech fund backing companies that tackle global challenges—from decarbonisation and AI to advanced manufacturing. With a background in law and mechatronics engineering, she brings deep technical expertise to her investment approach. Danielle is passionate about translating cutting-edge research into real-world impact and is a strong advocate for diversity in deep tech and venture capital. She also co-founded Tech for Social Good, a nonprofit empowering the next generation of impact-driven tech leaders.
👩💼 Tasnia Alam Hannan – Lecturer at UNSW & Co-founder of Arise Foundation
Tasnia Alam Hannan is a passionate educator, policy expert, and social entrepreneur committed to creating sustainable social change. As the Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Arise Foundation, she leads impactful programs focused on empowering at-risk and disadvantaged women, particularly those recovering from domestic and financial abuse.Tasnia also lectures at the UNSW Centre for Social Impact, where she teaches courses on social impact investing, social entrepreneurship, and impact measurement. With a background in public policy, she has held key roles at NSW Treasury, influencing policies on economic justice, sustainability, and social infrastructure.
💃 Christina Chun – COO of Social Enterprise Australia
Christina is dedicated to combating inequity by optimising innovative solutions and leveraging data and strategic partnerships for growth. With expertise spanning both the corporate and startup sectors, she has founded social enterprises recognised by Westpac’s Top 200 Businesses of Tomorrow and Marie Claire’s Glass Ceiling Awards. A champion of systems change, Christina challenges traditional models and fosters community-led approaches based on first principles, inspiring others to think boldly and embrace new ways of working.
Moderated by:
🎤 Shuoyan Zhu – Program Manager at UNSW Founders
Shuoyan is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs in Western and South Western Sydney. As a migrant woman who has experienced the entrepreneurial journey herself, she is a passionate advocate for women, particularly those from CALD backgrounds, in entrepreneurship. A proud Parramatta local, Shuoyan is also the co-founder of Immersive Academy and President of the Parramatta Multicultural Community Association, both of which play a vital role in serving and supporting the Western Sydney community.
Date & Time: Sat 15 March, 12.30pm - 1.30pm
Location: Parramatta Town Hall
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from these trailblazing women and learn how they continue to March Forward in their journeys.
