Darine

#1 My Story

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This is a picture of me the day I landed in Canada.

I rememberĀ it like it was yesterday.Ā I didnā€™t know where to get started but I was ready to work hard to build my Canadian dream.Ā 

I quickly realized that if I wanted to beĀ successful, I had to network andĀ promote myself.

A couple of years later - as a result of building my network and growing my online presence - I was hired by one of the advisors to Barack Obama. During the time being, I advise high profiles on developing impactful strategic initiatives and enhance their public image.

Shortly after, I founded The Smart Woman Consulting, where I support hundreds of women cultivate their leadership influence and spearhead efforts for increased inclusivity within various organizations, including parliamentary institutions.Ā 

#2

Ventures

Darine BenAmara is known for her expertise in Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+), promoting gender-sensitive policies and open parliaments. She's committed to making policy-making and organizational development more inclusive, shaping a fairer and more transparent future in governance.

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Darine launches Canada's premier eco-luxury brand, with the goal to revolutionize luxury skincare by creating high-performance formulas blending the incredible benefits of the Baobab fruit, known as one of the most nutritious ingredients on the planet, with the finest African botanicals.

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#3

The Podcast

Darine is the host of Canada's TOP leadership podcast ā€˜STANDOUT From The Crowdā€™ - an unfiltered journey into the fascinating stories and untold dimensions of Canadaā€™s most influential people, experts and thinkers.Ā 

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#4 Bio

Darine BenAmara isĀ theĀ Founder and Lead Consultant at The Smart Woman Consulting, renowned for her expertise in Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+), leading the charge for gender equality and gender-sensitive parliaments.

With over 10 years of experience and a global footprint spanning across 10 countries in Africa, the Caribbean, and North America, Darine's work transcends borders, fostering environments where individuals can thrive.Ā Plus, she's fluent in both French and English.

Recognized by the White House as one of the "100 Global Leaders & Entrepreneurs," Darine has been instrumental in facilitating women's access to leadership roles.Ā 

Darine's multifaceted contributions continue to shape a more inclusive, equitable, and transparent future in governance and beyond.

In 2024, Darine launched AFROA Beauty, Canada's leading eco-luxury skincare brand, revolutionizing the concept of luxury by prioritizing sustainability, empowering women from local communities, embracing natural ingredients, and offering holistic solutions.