As a FIWE member, you belong to a respected and influential organization that advocates for women’s economic empowerment in India and globally. You join a network of successful women leaders and change-makers in their business and social spheres. Here are some of the advantages of being a member and some of the impactful programs we have launched in recent years:
Member Visibility: FIWE’s marketing material reaches thousands of people and corporations worldwide. The FIWE website features you in the Member Resource Directory.
Member Connections: You can network with our FIWE members and our 40 Association Members representing over 15000 women across India. Whether traveling for business or leisure, you can find FIWE members who will welcome you to their localities and offer you business and community contacts. You can also access these contacts from your office to help you with your professional and personal needs.
Global Cities Program: The new FIWE Global Cities program organizes events in prestigious locations with high-profile speakers to connect members in the region and attract those who are traveling for business. We are planning events in Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, and Chennai for 2021.
FIWE Entrepreneurship Program: This program aims to improve the lives of FIWE’s entrepreneurs by increasing their business connections, opportunities, and success. The 12th Global Conference is an ongoing opportunity for action in 2012.
FIWE Microenterprise Development Program: This innovative program provides access to credit for women in poverty and has a plan to set up Village Community Banks in Rajasthan.
FIWE Women on Boards Program: FIWE is a nationally recognized advocate for promoting women onto boards, and helps keep you up-to-date on the latest best practices from around the world. FIWE launched a board resource model that numerous other networks have embraced.
FIWE Daughters Program: This program has helped prepare girls (ages 10-16) for financial independence through a proprietary mentoring program that includes one-on-one sessions, seminars, workshops, and special events.
Renowned Speakers: Our recent events have included speakers and Chair of the Council of Women World Leaders; and significant business leaders.
Committee: FIWE welcomes all members to get involved in committees that support our initiatives and may lead to Board appointments.
FIWE Global Forums: Connect to the rest of the world at discounted FIWE member rates. The Global Forum is a place to network with accomplished women from around the world and hear their presentations on a range of topics that affect you and all women including: women in business including leadership in the boardroom; entrepreneurship and technology Issues; The world of media ; international leadership; and political involvement.
Awards and Recognition: In 1995, FIWE launched its PRIYADARSHINI AWARDS in many cases they will be unsung heroes that may be known regionally but are not big names nationally. FIWE members and member associations will be encouraged to nominate potential candidates.
FIWE e – Connections: This e-newsletter provides regular, lively communications to members and keeps you abreast of issues affecting women worldwide.
News Section of the Website: Allows you to promote your accomplishments to other members and visitors. We also welcome general news and event calendars from member associations.
