AMBERfest 2025: Empowerment Through Connection & Creativity

• Are you looking to be part of a community that empowers Asian women to thrive and succeed?
• Do you want to engage in meaningful conversations around wellness, parenting, finance, and careers?
• Are you ready to connect, learn, and collaborate with others who share your passion for growth and progress?

Join us at AMBERfest 2025, our first in-person event where the AMBER community come together for the first time and connect over inspiring talks, workshops, storytelling and networking sessions. It is a day where we come together and discuss priorities and think creatively to tackle inequalities. We also make time to have some fun and laughter throughout the day with an aim to leave the day feeling empowered to cause ripple effects within our networks.

What to Expect:

10:30 AM - Registration & networking
Start your day by meeting and getting to know your fellow attendees. 

11:00 AM - Welcome from the AMBER Team: launch & vision
AMBER’s founders will share the inspiring aims and aspirations of the community, and why supporting Asian women is more important now than ever.

11:15 AM - Pillars panel discussions . Hear from exceptional speakers making waves across AMBER’s four pillars: Wellness, Parenting, Careers, Finance. This will be followed by a panel discussion which will allow for a deeper dive into how these areas shape the Asian women’s experience. Speakers include:

Suneta Bagri, director of and co-founder of . Be inspired by Suneta’s career journey from teacher to a highly experienced school leader, educational consultant and an a multi-award winning coach with a deep commitment to supporting the growth and well-being of educators. Read more about what Suneta will cover in her talk here.

Manjit Sidhu, . Manjit is the founder of Family and Systemic Therapy, a specialist service supporting individuals, couples, and families in creating stronger, more fulfilling relationships. With over 20 years of experience across CAMHS, NHS forensic mental health, and private practice, she offers culturally informed therapy grounded in understanding generational patterns and family dynamics. Read more about what Manjit will cover in her talk here.

More speakers to be announced very soon . . .

1:00 PM - Lunch
2:00 PM - Pillar workshops
You will be split into smaller groups and rotate along the workshops representing our pillars. The workshops will give you the opportunity to engage in dynamic and meaningful discussions in smaller groups. You will also have opportunity to share your thoughts on what you would like from the AMBER community going forward.

Wellness workshop: Managing stress and practicing grounding techniques.

This interactive workshop will explore the importance of recognising your personal stress triggers and understanding how they impact your day-to-day life. Participants will gain valuable insights into stress management techniques, and, time permitting, the session will conclude with the practice of a grounding technique to help bring calm and focus during challenging moments. This session will be facilitated by Surinder Kaur, a dedicated mental health professional with over three decades of experience in the NHS. Surinder has been a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) for more than 15 years. Having recently completed the Feeling Safe Programme at Oxford University, Surinder is now working toward her EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) accreditation, further expanding her therapeutic skillset. Read more about this workshop and Surinder here.

Parenting workshop: Parenting with purpose: Understanding Family Dynamics and Building Connection.

Led by Manjit, an experienced family and systemic therapist, this session will provide tools and insights to navigate intergenerational conflicts, enhance communication, and build a strong foundation for your children’s emotional well-being. Whether you’re a parent struggling with vulnerability, communication challenges, or cultural identity, this workshop will offer valuable guidance and a safe space to reflect and grow. Join us to gain fresh perspectives and practical strategies for parenting with purpose and connection. Read Manjit’s bio here.

Careers workshop: Sharing career stories and building connections.

At AMBER, we believe that everyone has a unique story to tell—and that these stories hold the power to inspire, connect, and teach us all. This workshop is an open forum for attendees to share their career journeys with the rest of the group. Whether your path has been winding or straightforward, filled with challenges or triumphs, your experiences are valuable and worth sharing. Through storytelling and listening, we aim to build connections, foster empathy, and discover lessons that can guide us in our own professional growth. Join us for this enriching session, where your voice matters, your story is celebrated, and we all learn together. We can’t wait to hear your career journey!

Financial workshop: Understanding your financial needs and goals.  

At AMBER, we believe that taking the first step toward financial empowerment starts with stopping to reflect on where you are now. This workshop is designed to help you identify your current financial situation, uncover what you know and don’t know, and begin setting clear goals for the future. The session also provides a valuable opportunity to share insights and contribute to shaping AMBER’s future financial initiatives by highlighting the community’s needs.

4:00 PM - The power of mentorship.
Join us for an inspiring session led by Andi Sull, exploring how mentorship and sponsorship can empower Asian women in the workplace. Discover the transformative power of mentoring, from building confidence to advancing leadership opportunities for underrepresented women.

AMBER is dedicated to creating a supportive mentoring community where women share experiences and uplift each other. We’re also excited to announce our keynote speaker for this session soon—stay tuned!

4:20 PM - Final words & next steps from AMBER team
As we wrap up, we’ll reflect on the day’s conversations and set the course for future actions and collaborations.

4:30 PM - Close
Let’s continue to grow and empower one another!

Why Attend?
AMBERfest is your chance to connect with a community of inspiring women who are passionate about wellness, parenting, careers, and finance. Whether you are looking for advice, inspiration, or simply a space to share your story, AMBERfest is here to help you thrive.

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