IWFSA is the SA chapter of the International Women’s Forum (“IWF”), a global network of over 8,400 members across 77 Forums in 35 countries. Our core objectives are to nurture and develop a pipeline of the next generation of women leaders through targeted Leadership Development programmes, mentoring and coaching.

Founded in the United States 1974 , the IWF facilitates networking among women of achievement and promotes opportunities for women in leadership with forums throughout North America, South America, Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Through international programmes, conferences, galas, symposia, communications, publications and special functions, members can meet, experience and exchange ideas and goals – some of which influence industry, shape economies, and define government policies worldwide.

The International Women’s Forum of South Africa (IWFSA) was established in 2001, when its patron, Mrs Zanele Mbeki, together with a group of distinguished women leaders, founded the South African chapter of the International Women’s Forum. IWFSA currently has 106 members drawn from government, business, the sciences, the arts and numerous other areas.

The IWFSA members, who are at the top of their fields of endeavour and who have nationally and internationally identifiable track records, enjoy unique networking opportunities with access to both local and global influence of high performing, like minded and accomplished women. It is a great opportunity to foster meaningful relationships and connect in a safe space through workshops, meetings, forum events and conferences.