Women at Gilead

Empowering women to bring their full selves to work

Women at Gilead's Mission

Women at Gilead is an Employee Resource Group (ERG) for all employees with the mission of supporting Gilead in the recruitment, development, support and retention of women. The Women at Gilead ERG aims to: 

Ensure every woman feels valued and empowered
Provide ample professional development opportunities and ways to thrive in our organization
Build a culture of acceptance of diverse ideas and provide equal opportunities for training and developing employees.

Professional development, to me, is about continuously learning from others and intentionally creating space for people to grow with confidence. Through my experience working across teams and engaging with Women at Gilead, I’ve come to appreciate that meaningful development goes beyond opportunity alone. It requires shared purpose, inclusive dialogue, and a genuine commitment to understanding different perspectives. Working in an environment that values collaboration and curiosity has reinforced my belief that access to development is a powerful enabler of individual growth and organizational impact, and I strive to pay that forward by exploring ways to broaden development opportunities across the organization.

Cansu Ozdemir

Senior Manager, Global Regulatory Affairs
Women at Gilead, Professional Development Lead

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Community Outreach

In celebration of International Women’s Day, Women at Gilead led impactful global efforts through its “Global Give Back” initiative, having chapters volunteer, host donation drives and raise funds for local charities. This year, the campaign raised $30,000 for the Scholar Match student scholarship program.

Personal and Career Development

Women at Gilead supports employee growth through global mentoring programs, including 1:1 and reverse mentoring pilots that foster cross-cultural connection and mutual learning. Cross-ERG mentoring circles and speaker events have created space for shared experiences and professional inspiration. Additional initiatives, such as wellness-focused programming and resource hubs, further empower employees to navigate their personal and career journeys with confidence.

Allyship & Networking

To promote allyship across Gilead, Women at Gilead participates in events that encourage open dialogue and cross-ERG collaboration. Global chapters, including those in Korea and Singapore, hosted sessions exploring allyship through cultural lenses – emphasizing empathy, intentional action and mutual learning. A Pride Month panel in Stockley Park brought together ERG leaders to discuss intersectionality and inclusive workplace practices, followed by meaningful networking and engagement.