Women Make The World Go Round

Christine Amour-Levar

10-Jul-18 11:00

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Of French, Swiss and Filipino descent, Christine Amour-Levar is a wonder woman. She’s a social entrepreneur, environmental advocate, marketing consultant and author who passionately believes in women's leadership and empowerment. Her latest initiative #HERplanetearth, a global women’s advocacy movement promotes gender equality and the integrity of the environment. On the show today, Christine talks to us about her adventure to the Arctic and causes that are closest to her heart.

Produced by: Freda Liu

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Categories: Technology, Medical Innovation and Technology, Tech, Personal Development, Entrepreneurship

Tags: Christine Amour Levar, social entrepreneur, social enterprise, womenâ€™s empowerment, HERplanetearth, gender equality, environment, HerVantage,

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