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Our mission is to build a bridge between socially responsible corporations and a global network of talented women with the vision, skills, and resources they need to transform their businesses, workplace, and communities. Join us on a journey of economic growth, global connection, and social impact.

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ABOUT

At Women Leading International, we believe in the power of diverse women, inclusive leadership and socially responsible business. Our tailored programs are designed to unlock the full potential of women worldwide, so that they can connect and drive sustainable growth and positive change.

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Companies need reliable suppliers, effective partners, and exceptional talent pools in each country where they work. Women around the world - including young and older women, indigenous women, and those living with disabilities - have the drive, innovative solutions, and perseverance needed to transform economies and communities. What women need are opportunities to strengthen and showcase their leadership skills, access capital and technology to jumpstart or expand their businesses, and secure sustainable jobs or contracts.

We help women and corporations build a bridge to one another. Our masterclasses, coaching and membership programs provide women with the tools and networks they need to launch their business or career and give back to their communities. Our consulting services help socially responsible and sustainable companies hire or partner with exceptional women changemakers.

Meet the Co-Founders

Elise Young and Andrea Bertone

We met 12 years ago at a coalition meeting on how to make global development work better for women and disenfranchised communities, and it was sisterhood at first sight. We've worked closely together across 3 organizations, 40 countries, and with hundreds of talented women and allies to do meaningful work that brings us joy. We've delivered hundreds of dynamic trainings on women's leadership, economic empowerment, gender equality, disability inclusion, and change management; organized 8 learning conferences across a dozen time zones; partnered with hundreds of changemakers across 6 continents; and marched together for global women's rights.