Accelerate Action This Women’s History Month.
Women are leaving the workforce at record rates—and it’s time to turn the tide.
At Empowered EDI, we’ve surveyed over 5,600 women in Canadian workplaces to understand what’s driving this alarming trend. Here’s what we found:
ONLY
54%
feel their perspectives are included in decision-making.
21%
have felt silenced or dismissed at work.
JUST
70%
believe their job performance is evaluated fairly.
The pandemic erased 35 years of women’s economic gains in just two months.
IT’S TIME TO REBUILD—AND GO FURTHER.
This Women’s History Month, bring our powerful keynote to your organization. It’s designed to inspire action, address systemic barriers, and create workplaces where women and non-binary people can thrive.
Accelerate Action: Keynote Overview.
Drawing on extensive research and 15+ years of experience helping organizations advance gender equality, Michelle shares the steps we can all take to create more inclusive workplaces.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
Understand what will drive women to leave workplaces in 2025.
Identify the barriers that limit women’s advancement and retention.
Learn practical strategies to eliminate bias in everyday decisions.
Leave inspired to champion gender equality in a positive, inclusive way.
DETAILS:
Delivery: Virtual or in-person
Duration: 50-minute keynote + 10-minute Q&A
Cost: $7K Virtual | $10K In-person (sliding scale options available for non-profit and charitable organizations)
Availability: Only 15 sessions are available—spots are filling fast!
About Michelle Grocholsky
Michelle Grocholsky is an award-winning equity strategist, TEDx speaker, and recipient of Canada’s Most Powerful Women and Top 40 Under 40 awards. With over 15 years of experience in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), Michelle has worked with hundreds of organizations to create workplaces where everyone can thrive.
Known for her practical, accessible approach, Michelle has a proven track record of inspiring leaders and winning over even the toughest skeptics. She holds a Master’s in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the University of Waterloo, is a Board and Faculty Member of York University's Osgoode Certificate Program in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace, and is a certified coach with the International Coaching Federation.
As featured on CTV’s Your Morning and awarded for her contributions to advancing gender equality, Michelle brings an engaging and actionable perspective to every talk.
Take Action Now. Inspire Change.
Bring this impactful keynote to your organization and help accelerate progress toward gender equality this Women’s History Month.
What clients say about Michelle & Empowered EDI
“Their ability to foster engagement, create safe, judgment-free spaces, and encourage honest participation has been remarkable. Through their facilitation sessions, they ensured that everyone felt heard and valued, making the process both collaborative and empowering.”
—Ted Troughton, Managing Director, The Salvation Army Thrift Store, National Recycling Operations
“If you are looking for the best in class knowledge as it relates to EDI, this is the company that you need to work with. Unlike the big firms, they are more committed to the needs of their clients and will always deliver results that are personalized to your organization.”
—Sharlinee Maharaj, VP People & Culture, Altitude Sports
“Michelle’s openness, charisma, and ability to inspire and build trust are hallmarks of what makes her a great leader in this space.”
—John Stevens, CEO, Ontario Veterinary Medical Association
“Firstly I have to say yesterday's event was exceptional. Truly enjoyable, insightful and refreshing. You have an advocate for your company in me.”
—Lafarge Canada employee
