Our Community We are a true sisterhood representing collective values and interests. We serve both the IWF member community and the external community where we live and work, with a shared goal of giving back, including advancing the next generation of young women leaders. View our 2024 Annual Report.
We are always interested in organizing community impact events! | IWF Northern California is an affiliate of the International Women’s Forum (IWF), an invitation-only, member organization comprised of more than 8,000 diverse and accomplished women from 35 countries across 77 local forums. View the IWF Brochure and latest IWF news. Visiting IWF Members Are you an IWF member visiting the San Francisco Bay Area? Please complete this short form to connect with local IWF NorCal members while you are in town. |
NEWS see more > We are pleased to present IWF NorCal's 2024 Annual Report. It exemplifies our key tenets of Leadership, Inclusion, Community, Friendship, and Inspiration. Member News
Recent Events
May 24, IWF members spent the day together in Seattle for a specially curated day of events to build on the relationships and connections between members of the eight Forums in the Western Region: British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, Northern California, Southern California, Idaho, Utah, and Hawaii. 2025 IWF World Leadership Conference May 21 - 23, IWF NorCal members had a content and culture packed three days at the IWF World Leadership Conference in Seattle. It was an incredible way to experience the IWF community and its global impact.
May 15, IWF NorCal board members hosted an informal pop up for members at Uno Dos Tacos in San Francisco, welcoming current, new and prospective members. Peninsula Supper Club May 14, IWF NorCal members enjoyed a get together of the Peninsula Supper Club and celebration of AAPI Heritage Month over a delicious Japanese meal at Yakitori Kokko's in San Mateo.
May 13, IWF NorCal members Kathy Anderson, Ann Blackburn and Linda McKenzie George led a session for members to gear up for the upcoming IWF World Leadership Conference in Seattle. With helpful tips on how to prepare to maximize your experience and Seattle travel advice, it was an informative conversation. Members may watch the recording here. NEW Members see more>
Community Engagement Opportunities Meet the members of our Community Committee. Members are invited to share your expertise and experiences via the IWF NorCal Speakers Bureau, which was launched in February 2024. Learn more and join the speakers bureau here. | Bridging the Future Program
PROGRAMS see all > Exclusive access; shared experiences; IWF NorCal Member Orientation Access Event: Give One Dollar A Day Peninsula Book Club Signature Event: New Connections Luncheon Pop Up! A Chinatown Adventure San Francisco Pride Parade and Celebration East Bay Book Club Summer Camp San Francisco Book Club Peninsula Book Club Marin/North Bay Book Club Workshop: Get Rewired for Your Next Act East Bay Supper Club Pop Up! Sing-Along and Potluck Golden State Valkyries vs. Atlanta Dream Oregon Shakespeare Festival Videos from past webinars available here. RESOURCES > Stay informed President's Message Spring 2025...and other messages from the President are available here. |