Buzz Women

As the year begins, we’re pausing to reflect on the quiet moments — the ones where change begins to take shape. 2025 marks the start of something fresh, inspired by where we’ve been and the journey ahead. It’s more than just a new year; it’s a step forward, grounded in purpose and possibility. Something exciting is on the horizon, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Here’s to growth, transformation, and the paths we’ll create together. Happy New Year from all of us at Buzz Women. 🐝✨

What does it take to transform an idea into a movement? For Buzz Women, it’s been about enabling women to lead change in their own lives and communities, one ripple at a time. 🌍 From reaching 31 women in 2012 to 20,000 women in 2017 to setting our sights on 10 million, our journey has been fueled by the courage of women to reimagine systems and the power of collective action. 💬 Discover how community anchors are at the heart of our growth, proving that quality of impact grows when ownership is shared. This is more than a story of scale—it’s a story of women shaping their own futures.

A new chapter begins! We're excited to continue our journey from our new office—same vision, new space. 💼✨ #BuzzWomen #NewBeginnings

"I realized I could do more than just my job; I can make a real difference in my community." Nagaveni, a Panchayat worker from Chokkapura, transformed her life after joining the Spoorthi Fellowship and Buzz Green programs. From starting a kitchen garden that saves her family money to organizing community meetings and earning a promotion as a village social auditor, she’s proving how small steps can lead to big changes. 💬 Want to know how she’s inspiring her village to go green? Read her full story on our blog! Link to story: https://lnkd.in/gWRCpVMB #BuzzWomen #LeadershipInAction #GreenerFuture #WomenWhoLead #GrassrootsChange

In November, Buzz Netherlands Ambassadors visited India, marking a pivotal moment for Buzz Women. The purpose of their visit went beyond discussions—it was about strengthening connections, exchanging perspectives, and laying the groundwork for growth. For the Ambassadors, this was a chance to immerse themselves in the heart of Buzz Women’s largest operations. Experiencing the movement firsthand allowed them to better share its story, mobilize their networks, and open doors to funding and partnerships. For the India team, this was an opportunity to reflect and evolve. We’re at a stage where growth demands thoughtful leadership, and this visit was a moment to involve our managers in shaping Buzz’s future. As Uthara shared during one session: “It’s about slowing down to go faster.” Together, we explored three key areas—economic resilience, social equity, and climate action—while drawing on the expertise of the Ambassadors to rethink organizational challenges. This week wasn’t just about conversations; it was about co-creating solutions and building leadership that can guide us forward. Because change always begins with listening, learning, and coming together. 🌍✨ #BuzzWomen #GlobalCollaboration #SharedVision #LeadershipInAction #EconomicSocialClimate Uthara Narayanan Dave Jongeneelen Venkatesha GS Lekha J Suresha B

Last Tuesday, we hosted a memorable Fundraising Dinner at our Dutch office in Austerlitz. It was an evening filled with new connections, inspiration, and the energy of the Buzz Women movement. Our goal was to share the Buzz Women story and build partnerships with people who align with our mission to empower women worldwide and the response was amazing: from funding to expertise to networks, it’s incredible to see how a shared vision can turn strangers into partners in just one evening.🧡 A HUGE thank you to Better Meetings B.V. Meetings, our longtime partner, for sponsoring the delicious food and beautiful venue. Their unwavering support from day one has been crucial in helping us do what we do every day: enabling women to transform their lives and drive change in their communities and beyond.🌍 📆 Save the date! We’re hosting another one of these inspiring dinners on December 10th. Want to be part of the movement? Send us a message—we’d love to have you at the table! #buzzwomen #fundraisingdiner Dave Jongeneelen Marielle Sijgers Nicole van Thoor David de Buck Rinze Verbeek Inge Lamé Thekla Westra Corinne Heijn Shari Veldhuizen

'Rural women won’t volunteer'—a belief we’ve seen challenged time and again through the incredible stories of the Buzz Women community. This article explores how women like Narayanamma and Lakshmi have not only stepped up but have taken ownership of their communities’ progress, showing that grassroots leadership and volunteering are deeply connected to shared purpose and collective strength. Dive into the nuances of what motivates rural women to lead, to persist, and to create ripples of change in ways that go far beyond conventional ideas of volunteering. #BuzzWomen #CommunityLeadership #GrassrootsChange #WomenLead #Volunteerism #SocialImpact #RippleEffect #SelfShakti #Leadership #ChangeMakers  #ruralwomenleaders #womenempowerment #leadership #change

What if a small shift in mindset could spark a wave of change? These stories show how tiny, everyday actions can transform lives. Each of these women started with small steps—like saving a little each month, daring to speak up, or setting new goals. At Buzz Women, we believe these tiny shifts in curiosity, self-belief, and daily actions create powerful waves of transformation. Together, we’re building a world where women can reshape their futures, uplift their communities, and make change that lasts. One thought, one step, one day at a time. 🌊

✨ New Episode Alert! # Empowering Women with Uthara Narayanan In our latest episode of Women on a Mission, we sit down with Uthara Narayanan, the powerhouse behind Buzz Women, to discuss her mission of empowering women globally. From financial literacy to leadership development, Uthara’s work is reshaping the way women see their roles in society. If you're ready to be inspired by someone who truly believes that women hold the power to transform the world, this episode is for you! 🌍💪 🎧 Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts!  Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gXetrA8E Apple podcasts: https://lnkd.in/g27UYxxE Website: https://lnkd.in/gQ77DHzb #WomenOnAMission #Empowerment #SocialChange #BuzzWomen #EY #Knab 💬 "Every woman has the power to craft her own life and make a difference. You have to believe in yourself. Even if the world doesn’t believe in you.” 🙏 With many thanks to the hosts: Nadine Klokke, Beate van Dongen Crombags, and Dave Jongeneelen from Knab, EY, and Buzz Women, respectively..

Rajeshwari has shown us that she hones many identities - she’s an entrepreneur, a photographer, a homemaker and an individual who dreams! Want to know how she got there? Well, click the link below: https://lnkd.in/gYQNurUi