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The Education Fund of the Women’s Forum provides financial awards for women in New York City, over 25, pursuing their first college degrees. Each year we distribute $200,000 dollars to deserving women to assist them in completing their education and career goals.
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The Women's Forum Corporate Board Initiative advocates for raising the number of women on corporate boards, by providing programming to prepare female executives for board service and a database accessible to any search firm, of CEO sponsored, board ready women.
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The Women’s Forum of New York is the founding forum that has grown into a global network of women leaders. Members enjoy reciprocal membership under the umbrella of the International Women’s Forum which is comprised of 76 Global Forums with over 8,000 members.
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Since its creation in 1987, the Education Fund has raised over $2 million, enabling women whose lives have been disrupted by extreme adversity to return to school and complete their education.
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The Corporate Board Initiative addresses gender parity in the boardroom, by highlighting those who have led by example, and providing a database of CEO Nominated, Board-Ready Women.
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Forum Programs share the unique insights, access and experience of our members. By leveraging our connections, we create a diverse mix of in-depth programs that educate, empower, enlighten and entertain.
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Ellen K. Pikitch, Professor & Executive Director, Institute for Ocean Conservation Science, received the 2024 Lowell Thomas Award. Presented by The Explorers Club, "this annual award is given thematically to a group of outstanding explorers to recognize excellence in domains or fields of exploration." Pikitch was nominated for this honor by explorer Sylvia Earle.
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Our #WBW interview series was born out of the same principle that is at the heart of the Women’s Forum – uplifting women. Our #WBW interviews allow women to discuss their professional journeys and provide great advice to other women looking to advance their careers and embark on the path to entrepreneurship. We have had the pleasure of interviewing Forum members- Sarah Kauss, Patrice Tanaka, Deirdre Quinn, Mijong Lee, Sarah McNally, Gina Gibney, Tracy McKibben, Rohini Dey, Lori Tauber Marcus, Susan McPherson, Gloria Feldt, Ilene Wachs, Cheryl Wills, Lin Coughlin, Lauren C. Anderson, Anne Ackerley, Leslie Abbey and Liz Neumark.
Visit the link below to view our latest Women in Business Wednesday interview with Forum member Nadine B. Hack, CEO, beCause Global Consulting & 1st woman Executive-in-Residence IMD Business School.
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The Women’s Forum of New York is a network of women leaders representing the highest levels of professional achievement across all sectors, industries, and spheres of influence in New York City.
