Women in Protective Services (WiPS)

about wips

Women in Protective Services (WIPS) is a worldwide community for women serving in policing, defence, fire and rescue, emergency medical services, security, border control, and custodial services, a place where women can share their stories, support each other and inspire the next generation of leaders in protective services worldwide.

Created and founded by IPSA CEO, Satia Rai, WIPS mission is to connect and empower women in protective services through community, shared experiences, and support, envisioning a world where women in every protective role are seen, heard and empowered to lead, inspire, and thrive.

Leadership across apac and the global stage

Day 1 from 11am - 12pm

Location: Main Stage @ Networking Lounge

This 60-minute session brings together four distinguished women leaders from policing, fire and rescue, defence, and private/cyber security to discuss leadership under pressure, institutional reform, and the future of protective services across APAC and globally. The format balances structured moderator-led segments with room for real operational stories, ending in open audience Q&A.

talking Segments

  • Leadership Journeys in Protective Services
  • Crisis Leadership & Decision-Making
  • Institutional Culture & Gender Inclusion 
  • Regional Cooperation Across APAC 
  • The Future of Protective Services Leadership 

Who should attend?    

  • Senior leadership from police, fire, military, and civil defence agencies.
  • Government policymakers and ministries related to home affairs, defence, and public safety.
  • Representatives from APAC regional security bodies and multilateral organisations.
  • Private sector leaders in critical infrastructure, cybersecurity, and risk management.
  • Academia and research institutions focused on security studies, gender studies, and leadership.
  • NGOs and advocacy groups supporting gender equality and workforce inclusion.
  • Emerging leaders and mid-career professionals in protective services.

empowering & taking the lead in the apac region

day 2 from 3pm - 4pm

Location: Main Stage @ Networking Lounge

A 60-minute session for leaders and rising professionals across maritime, ports, shipping, transportation, real estate, and insurance, focused on how women are shaping — and will continue to shape — protective, risk, and resilience leadership in these interconnected industries.

talking Segments

  • Career Pathways into Protective & Risk Leadership
  • Building the Next-Generation Talent Pipeline
  • Emerging & Future Risks Across the Value Chain
  • Cross-Industry Collaboration & Information Sharing
  • Leadership for Tomorrow

Who should attend?    

  • Senior leaders in maritime, port, and shipping operations.
  • Transportation and logistics executives.
  • Real estate risk, security, and facilities management leaders.
  • Insurance and underwriting professionals (marine, transport, property).
  • Corporate risk, security, and resilience officers across these industries.
  • Emerging and mid-career professionals in maritime, ports, shipping, transportation, real estate, and insurance.
  • Policymakers and regulators in trade, transport, and infrastructure.

About ipsa

The International Professional Security Association (IPSA) is the largest membership association for individuals and companies working in the security and fire sector.

The Association was founded in 1958 to ensure professionalism in the management of security operations. As an established and recognised worldwide professional organisation it provides - in accordance with growing demand - a specialised and unrivalled service to industry and commerce.

IPSA offers membership to those employed in the security sector and to those companies who supply services or materials used in connection with Security and Fire activities.

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