Women International Leaders
Our Mission
Women International Leaders invest in underserved women globally who take the lead in becoming self-sufficient, elevating their families and communities.
WIL Membership
Members support a wide variety of projects that raise women’s economic and social status and promote their independence and community leadership.
Upcoming Events
See Events page for details and photos of past events.
Upcoming 2021 Programs
Registration is required for all programs. There is no charge for most programs. Zoom information will be sent to registrants. Guests are welcome.
Virtual Travel Programs
WIL members and their guests meet virtually to discuss international films and books about women - from a cultural perspective.
Travel Book Club Discussion
This program has been postponed. A new date will be announced soon.
Canal Zone Daughter
Have you visited the Panama Canal? ... join a WIL Book Club virtual travel experience
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International travel - TBA
COVID Grants
WIL provided Namaste Direct a $5,000 grant to support Namaste's Basic Income Supplement Program. The program provided funds over a three month period to approximately 20 current indigenous borrowers in Guatemala whose incomes were negatively impacted by the pandemic.
Street Child
WIL funded a grant to support a three-month social enterprise program in Sierra Leone that produced and sold face masks to prevent and ameliorate the impact of COVID-19 in 19 communities.
In 2020, WIL provided one-time grants to two of our partner organizations to fund special initiatives to address the COVID pandemic.
What We Do
WIL funds Village Banks around the world, helping thousands of women become self-sustaining.
WIL awards grants to reputable nonprofit organizations for projects that support the health, education, and leadership of women & girls.
WIL members learn from expert speakers who work directly with women living in the most under-resourced communities.
WIL sponsors unique international and local adventures, enhancing members' understanding of current and historical women’s issues.
WIL members volunteer their expertise, sharing wisdom, time and talents for the benefit of women locally and globally.
Get Involved
Membership is open to those who are interested in learning about, advocating for and contributing to women’s empowerment globally.
Corporate Sponsors
