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Real Women, Real Stories: Money Circles

10/03/2025 - From 19h30 - Public


Imagine; you're at The Nine in Brussels surrounded by a group of bold, inspiring women. There’s no judgment— just a circle of women sharing their lives. And the topic at hand? Money.

Yes, money—because it’s something we all think about, but never talk about.

Enter Real Women, Real Stories.

This is NOT a panel. There is no one here to lecture you. This is about real conversations between real women. After all, we always feel better after we talk.

There’s no “one-size-fits-all” when it comes to money, and our three speakers prove it.

Each woman will tell her own personal story—her struggles, her triumphs, and how she’s navigating her financial life.

Whether it’s dealing with student loans, buying her first apartment, or figuring out how to make her salary stretch while climbing the career ladder.

And as you listen you'll realize just how much we’re all in this together.

We want to create a safe, welcoming space where women can feel empowered by one another’s stories. Think of it as a mini TED Talk, but much more interactive. And, because it’s all about sharing and connecting, we’ll kick things off with a glass of wine to get comfortable and start the conversation in a relaxed environment.

Then, after hearing from our speakers, there’ll be time for sharing from the audience, making sure everyone feels heard.

Meet The Initiators:

Antoaneta Roussi is a journalist specializing in security at Politico. She has moderated events on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference and the Paris Peace Forum. Previously, she was a freelance journalist in East Africa.

Federica Di Sario is a journalist specializing in energy and climate change. She has been a climate reporter at Politico for more than two years, covering climate and industrial policies. She has moderated events such as the Brussels Economic Forum and the European Gender Equality Institute’s annual report launch. Previously, she was the EU energy and climate correspondent at Carbon Pulse and a market reporter at ICIS.

Teresa Arístegui is a Spanish lawyer currently working for the European Commission. With a strong commitment to gender equality, she has been actively involved in promoting gender balance throughout her academic and professional journey.
 
Passionate about empowering women in finance and leadership, the three friends joined forces to launch Money Circles to help women navigate finance with confidence.

Why This Event?

Women often feel the weight of financial pressures differently than men, whether it’s due to unequal pay, financial illiteracy, societal expectations, or simply not having a space to talk openly about money.

This event gives them the opportunity to listen, learn, and share their own experiences in a safe, non-judgmental environment. Think of it as group therapy but empowering women to take charge of their financial futures.

The Bigger Picture:

What makes Real Women, Real Stories different is that it’s not just about listening to stories – it’s about learning how to change your financial narrative.

After this event, we’ll bring in a financial expert for the second edition to dive deeper into each of the women’s challenges, offering tailored advice and practical tips on how they could have handled their situations differently.

The goal isn’t to provide financial solutions, but to open the door to real, actionable conversations about money and growth.

Who’s It For?

This is for women who want to talk about money without feeling judged. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a new mom, or just starting out in your career – if you’ve ever struggled with your finances or simply wanted to hear from others in a similar situation, this event is for you.

Join us for a powerful conversation, a glass of wine, and the chance to be inspired by realwomen sharing their real stories. We can’t wait to see you there!

Timing & Organisation:

18h - Doors open at 18h for a complimentary drink in the bar
19h30 - Stories start in an intimate group setting
21h - More time to connect and drink afterwards

Click here to register to this event

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