SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

SPONSORSORSHIP AND PARTNERSHIP PACKAGES

SPONSORSHIP v PARTNERSHIP

At Women in the Shade, we offer a range of sponsorship and partnership opportunities which can also be tailored to meet your needs. Sponsors and Partners are integral to our success, helping us keep delegate fees as accessible as possible while ensuring a high-impact experience for all attendees.

Why Partner with WITS?

High Visibility: WITS provides significant exposure for Sponsors and Partners through our events, online platforms, and conference materials.
Mutual Benefit: Our partnership packages are designed to deliver value to your organisation while supporting WITS activities year-round.
Support Diversity & Inclusion: By collaborating with WITS, you’ll gain access to our expertise and lived experiences to enhance your diversity, equality, and inclusion strategies.
Demonstrate Commitment: Supporting WITS showcases your dedication to corporate and social responsibility, while actively contributing to meaningful change for Black women in professional spaces.

Join us in making a lasting impact. Together, we can empower, elevate, and transform lives.

VENUE SPONSOR: £10,000

Position your brand as a leader in supporting inclusivity and empowerment by sponsoring the venue for the Women in the Shade Conference 2025.

As a Venue Sponsor, you will receive:

Brand visibility: Prominent display of your logo on the WITS website.
Delegate access: Four complimentary passes to attend the conference.
Engagement opportunities: The option to feature as a speaker and a panel member during the event.
Conference materials: Your logo included in the delegate conference pack.
Social media promotion: Acknowledgement across our social media platforms.
Event recognition: Venue Sponsor acknowledgment during the conference welcome address.
Advertising opportunities:
- A full-page advert in the conference programme.
- A dedicated page in the post-conference report.

REFRESHMENT SPONSOR: £8,000

Support the Women in the Shade Conference 2025 by sponsoring the event's refreshments and gain valuable exposure for your brand.

As a Refreshment Sponsor, you will receive:

Brand visibility: Your logo featured on the WITS website.
Delegate access: Three complimentary passes to attend the conference.
Engagement opportunity: The option to have a representative participate as a panel member.
Conference materials: Your logo included in the delegate conference pack.
Social media promotion: Acknowledgement across our social media platforms.
Event recognition: Sponsor acknowledgment during the conference welcome address.
Advertising opportunities:
- A half-page advert in the conference programme.
- A half-page feature in the post-conference report.

DELEGATES PACK SPONSOR: £5,000

Make an impact at the Women in the Shade Conference 2025 by sponsoring the official delegate pack, ensuring your brand stands out to all attendees.

As a Delegate Pack Sponsor, you will receive:

Brand visibility: Your logo prominently featured on the WITS website.
Delegate access: Two complimentary passes to attend the conference.
Engagement opportunity: The option to have a representative participate as a panel member.
Exclusive branding: Your logo showcased on the official delegate conference pack.
Social media promotion: Acknowledgement across our social media platforms.
Event recognition: Sponsor acknowledgment during the conference welcome address.
Advertising opportunities:
- A half-page advert in the conference programme.
- A half-page feature in the post-conference report.

CONFERENCE REPORT SPONSOR: £3,000

Align your brand with the legacy of the Women in the Shade Conference 2025 by sponsoring the official conference report, a key takeaway for all attendees.

As a Conference Report Sponsor, you will receive:

Online presence: Your branding featured on the WITS website.
Delegate access: Two complimentary conference passes.
Exclusive branding: Your logo included on the delegate conference pack.
Social media recognition: Acknowledgement across our social media platforms.
Event recognition: Sponsor acknowledgment during the conference welcome address.
Advertising opportunities:
- A half-page advert in the conference programme.
- A half-page feature in the conference report.

CONFERENCE EXHIBITOR: £650

Showcase your brand at the Women in the Shade Conference 2025 and engage directly with attendees.

As a Conference Exhibitor, you will receive:

Online presence: Branding featured on the WITS website.
Delegate access: One complimentary conference pass.
Exclusive branding: Your logo included on the delegate conference pack.
Advertising opportunity: A half-page advert in the conference programme.
Exhibition space: A designated 1m exhibitor stand, complete with a table and chair.

GOLD PARTNERSHIP: £12,000

Join us as a Gold Partner and make a lasting impact over a 36-month partnership while empowering Black women in their professional journeys.

Your Gold Partnership includes:

Premium Visibility:
- Prominent positioning of your logo on the WITS website homepage for 36 months.
- Hyperlink to your website, driving traffic and visibility for your brand.
- Logo placement in the WITS conference programme and report.
Interactive Engagement:
- Opportunity to deliver a one-hour online workshop or webinar every quarter for 36 months.
- Access to two hours of coaching or consultancy support per month.
Empowerment Initiatives:
- Financial support for a groundbreaking research project addressing key challenges faced by Black women.
- Support for WITS Empowerment Circle activities, which:
  - Provide a safe and supportive environment to help Black women confront and overcome barriers in their professional lives.
  - Foster community and solidarity through shared experiences and mutual understanding.

SILVER PARTNERSHIP: £8,000

Empower change and amplify your impact with a Silver Partnership over 24 months.

Your Silver Partnership includes:

Brand Visibility:
- Key positioning of your logo on the WITS website homepage for 24 months.
- Hyperlink to your website for enhanced exposure and engagement.
- Logo placement in the WITS conference programme and report.
Interactive Engagement:
- Opportunity to deliver a one-hour online workshop or webinar every quarter for 24 months.
- Access to one hour of coaching or consultancy support per month.
Empowerment Support:
- Financial support for a pivotal research project focused on advancing the professional experiences of Black women.
- Support for WITS Empowerment Circle activities, which:
  - Create a safe and confidential space for Black women to address and overcome professional challenges.
  - Foster community and solidarity through shared experiences and mutual understanding.

BRONZE PARTNERSHIP: £4,000

Step into impactful collaboration with a Bronze Partnership over 12 months.

Your Bronze Partnership includes:

Brand Visibility:
- Key positioning of your logo on the WITS website homepage for 12 months.
- Hyperlink to your website for enhanced visibility and connection.
- Logo placement in the WITS conference programme and report.
Interactive Engagement:
- Opportunity to deliver a one-hour online workshop or webinar every quarter for 12 months.
Empowerment Support:
- Financial support for WITS Empowerment Circle activities, which:
  - Provide a safe, confidential, and supportive environment to help Black women confront and overcome professional barriers.
  - Build a sense of community and solidarity through shared experiences and mutual understanding.

FRIENDS OF WOMEN IN THE SHADE

Join us by becoming a Friend of Women in the Shade, and stand as a supporter and advocate for our mission.

With a donation of £250 or more, you will not only support the ongoing work of our organisation but also provide the opportunity for a young Black woman (aged 16-25) from the community to attend the Women in the Shade Conference 2025.

With your consent, we will gratefully acknowledge your contribution in the conference programme and the post-conference report.

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