Her Tribe

By Kelly-Marie Baker

Behind every great woman, there are many other great women! Female empowerment is a movement. Movements don’t happen with just one person, and the same goes for the majority of achievements. At Pamodzi, we recognise that when a woman is celebrated for her outstanding service, business prowess, inspiring bravery, or general fabulousness, she has a tribe behind her. A mighty group of humans who continuously offer support and encouragement and propel her to greatness. 

The women of her tribe might not even be with her this present day. They can be a combination of voices throughout her life offering guidance and encouragement. Voices that she still hears today, each one most likely assigned to the situation that calls for that specific wisdom.

Her tribe have lifted her up when she’s down, advised when she’s lost and listened when she’s desperate. They know her worth, sometimes more than she does. They can envision her goal even when she’s lost sight. And they can give her the words she needs at that very moment to kick her butt back onto action!

Tribe Members Each tribe member has a role to ensure our lady’s success:

• The Listener – Normally the first point of call for a chance to vocalise thoughts in a safe and non-judgmental environment. The listener is a kind and supportive soul.
• The Advisor – This wise female has the knowledge and experience to offer useful ideas and approaches. She does not force these on our lady, she just offers alternative thinking that can be adapted to suit our lady’s style.
• The Motivator – This tribe member always has the right words to kick start a fresh new round of energy and motivation. Just what our lady needs to turn her thoughts into actions. 

I’m sure each woman reading this can relate to having these roles filled in their life by someone wonderful, and also actually being one of these for a fellow empowered queen. 

Whilst all the tribe members are offering their support and guidance, there’s the addition of our lady’s internal compass. These are those voices from her past and present. They could be from family members, podcasts, books or quotes she has read. Her special mind will bring the appropriate audio she needs to move forward with her life and goals.

Award Recipients The inspirational ladies that are nominated and, of course who receive an award at our Inspirational Women of Portsmouth Awards are representing her tribe of incredible women who are part of her journey. We recognise all who play a part of our award recipient’s life and hope that our celebration of them encourage more women to nurture each other to reach their goals and dreams in life. 
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Who inspires you? You can nominate the women that inspires you most  here