The International Women’s Group (IWG) held its first virtual meeting for the group’s members on Sunday, November 15, 2020. The meeting was hosted by Mrs. Krysia Derecki, the wife of the Australian Ambassador.
The president of IWG, Mrs. Ambreen Mustafaa, wife of the Pakistani Ambassador gave a warm welcome to the participants; commemorated the late Kuwait ruler and congratulated the new Amir HH Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah. In memoriam, a video was shown highlighting HH Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah’s great international influence and achievements as a leader and a humanitarian.
Mrs. Emilia Barr, International Consultant Psychotherapist & Coach, gave an enlightening and interactive presentation entitled: ‘Navigating balance and wellbeing on living with uncertainties and stress during Covid -19 times’. A question and answer session was held after the presentation where Mrs. Barr’s professional advice regarding how to deal with the inevitable psychological pressures caused by the pandemic and the need to achieve balance and implement lifestyle changes, was highly appreciated by the IWG members.
The meeting ended with a raffle with beautiful gifts, and a video of the many activities, events and field trips IWG has organized over the past years. It was a great and safe opportunity to meet and renew bonds in these times of social distancing.
