New event to empower young women

A NEW event will aim to empower and inspire the next generation of young women across the Northern Rivers.

The Erelah event is the first of its kind in the region and has been set up by Lennox Head resident Tahnee English.

It will be held at the Ballina Surf Club on Saturday, February 22 and is aimed at young women between the age of 16 and 21.

There will be guest speakers from business and industry leaders to help connect the group.

“It’s an information event with local speakers who are amazing women in their field,” Ms English said.

“They will share their experiences in life and hopefully inspire independence in young women.”

Ms English, 24, has worked locally in hospitality and marketing since she was a teenager.

She hopes to take the Erelah movement on the road and set it up as an online platform to reach girls around the country.

The Ballina event will be a chance for the girls to mingle and compare dreams and ideas to help shape their future.

“I know it can be a hard age where young women are trying to find their place in the world,” Ms English said.

“I want to create a safe space where they can find inspiration through each other.

“This is just the beginning; I want to take it to other parts of Australia while I’m travelling for six months.

“It’s something I’m really passionate about and the plan is to do a lot more here locally, too.”

The event is free and will run for two hours from 9am.

Bookings and inquiries can be made by email at [email protected].