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Intellectual Property as a Catalyst for Women in Emerging Markets
Women's IP News explores how intellectual property empowers women in emerging markets by protecting innovation, strengthening brand identities through trademarks and geographical indications, and driving sustainable economic growth through IP education and ownership.

Kushraj Singh Jaoli
May 151 min read


Women’s IP World Annual 2026 : Celebrating The Women Shaping the future of IP
Explore the Women’s IP World Annual 2026, celebrating influential women shaping the future of intellectual property through leadership, innovation, mentorship, and global impact. Featuring expert insights, international perspectives, and the Top 100 Influential Women Leaders in IP Law 2026 ranking.

Disha Panchal
May 152 min read


WIPO Women and IP Symposium: Efforts towards Institutional Action
Women's IP News covers the WIPO Women and IP Symposium 2026, highlighting global efforts to increase women's participation in innovation, patenting, AI, and intellectual property through inclusive policies and institutional action.

Kushraj Singh Jaoli
May 131 min read


The Policy Blindspots: Impact Women Farmers
Women's IP News examines how intellectual property policies and seed patent regimes impact women farmers, highlighting challenges to traditional knowledge, biodiversity preservation, and agricultural sustainability in developing economies.

Kushraj Singh Jaoli
May 111 min read


A Podcast Just for Us by Michele S. Katz
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Michele Katz reflects on the evolution of the Women’s IP World Podcast, highlighting its mission to amplify diverse voices and inspire women across the global IP community.

Hetanshi Gohil
Dec 1, 20252 min read


A Word from Our 2025 Rankings Co-Sponsor by Dr Joshita Khemani Davar
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Dr Joshita Khemani Davar reflects on the importance of the magazine’s rankings and their role in empowering women leaders and advancing diversity within the global IP sector.

Hetanshi Gohil
Nov 20, 20252 min read


Advice for Women Looking to Develop a Legal Career in 2025 by Zafira Hudani
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Zafira Hudani shares practical advice for women pursuing careers in law, emphasising preparation, continuous learning, action, and awareness as the keys to long-term success.

Hetanshi Gohil
Nov 17, 20253 min read


Navigating the IP Landscape with PatWorld: How We’re Changing Patent Searching Education by Sue Leslie
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Sue Leslie of PatWorld explores how the company’s new Introduction to Patent Searching course uses innovation, collaboration, and AI-driven learning to make IP education accessible to professionals worldwide.

Hetanshi Gohil
Nov 12, 20252 min read


Fast or Slow? Accelerated and Deferred Examination in Chinese Patent Examination Procedures by Tina Nan
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Tina Nan of Cohorizon IP Attorneys, China, discusses how accelerated and deferred patent examinations under CNIPA are reshaping IP strategy, balancing speed, flexibility, and innovation.

Hetanshi Gohil
Nov 10, 20252 min read


Navigating the Future: The Impact of AI on Patent Examination in India by Dr Joshita Khemani Davar
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Dr. Joshita Khemani Davar of L.S. Davar & Co. explores how AI is transforming patent examination in India, balancing innovation, efficiency, and human oversight in the era of digital IP.

Hetanshi Gohil
Nov 6, 20252 min read


An Overview of the Online Safety Act of Sri Lanka by Anomi Wanigasekera and Sabeera Shariff
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Anomi Wanigasekera and Sabeera Shariff of Julius & Creasy discuss Sri Lanka’s new Online Safety Act, exploring how it addresses misinformation, cyberbullying, and digital safety while balancing freedom of expression.

Hetanshi Gohil
Oct 31, 20252 min read


Unlocking the Power of IP Analytics for Strategic Decision-Making by Dr Shweta Singh
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Dr. Shweta Singh of Ennoble IP explores how IP analytics transforms data into strategy, driving innovation, competitiveness, and growth for corporations, start-ups, and universities.

Hetanshi Gohil
Oct 15, 20252 min read


The Mystery, Power, Purpose, and Ownership of Talent & Knowledge by Mary Concilia Anchang
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Mary Concilia Anchang of Onambele, Anchang & Associates explores why Africa’s future depends on intellectual property ownership, cultural heritage protection, and stronger creative industries.

Hetanshi Gohil
Oct 7, 20252 min read


The Women's IP World Ranking 2026
Join the Women’s IP World Annual Ranking 2026: Top 100 Influential Women Leaders in IP Law. Celebrating leadership, innovation, and global influence, this initiative honours the women driving the future of intellectual property law and innovation worldwide.

Hetanshi Gohil
Oct 3, 20252 min read


Foreclosure by Tolerance in the Intellectual Property Law by Bejuka Mildred Alugu
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Bejuka Mildred Alugu of BEJUKA-Elebe IP Sarl & Associates explores foreclosure by tolerance in OAPI, highlighting how inaction by IP holders can undermine enforcement and lead to forfeiture of rights.

Hetanshi Gohil
Sep 18, 20252 min read


Enforcing Unregistered Trademarks and Related Trade Dress in Ghana: The ACHOURA Story by Sarah Norkor Anku
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Sarah Norkor Anku of SN Anku IP Law Firm reveals how the ACHOURA case demonstrates the complexities of enforcing unregistered trademarks and trade dress in Ghana and beyond.

Hetanshi Gohil
Sep 9, 20252 min read


Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Turkish Trademark Law: Challenges and Opportunities by Aslı Çetin
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Aslı Çetin of ORBIS IP & LAW explores the challenges and opportunities in Turkish trademark law, from combating counterfeiting to navigating new administrative procedures.

Hetanshi Gohil
Sep 1, 20252 min read


A Brief Look at Switzerland, a Pioneer in Innovation by Claudia Kaya
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Claudia Kaya of Dormaan IP highlights Switzerland’s innovation leadership, the rise of social entrepreneurship, and why start-ups must protect intellectual property to secure long-term success.

Hetanshi Gohil
Aug 21, 20252 min read


Ukraine’s Unique Experience in Protecting and Enforcing Intellectual Property Rights during Wartime by Antonina Pakharenko-Anderson
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Antonina Pakharenko-Anderson of Pakharenko and Partners details how Ukraine’s IP community has sustained trademark protection, embraced digital processes, and aligned with EU standards amid wartime challenges.

Hetanshi Gohil
Aug 14, 20252 min read


How Attorneys in Smaller Countries Can Encourage Small Business Owners to Protect Their Trademarks by Elleson Fraenk
In the Women’s IP World Annual 2025, Elleson Fraenk of Vision Legalis Advocaten, Suriname, outlines practical strategies for attorneys in smaller economies to encourage trademark protection among small business owners and strengthen local entrepreneurship.

Hetanshi Gohil
Aug 8, 20252 min read
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