The future is female for sure, but right now, the revolution is female. Women's networks are growing exponentially. We are witnessing an unprecedented women’s engagement in changing the world in every aspect, from building a more inclusive society to tackling climate change and environmental challenges and supporting women in stepping in their full power. This is an exciting time. We badly need to leave behind an old patriarchal system and embrace a powerful gender-balanced society.
1 – Ellevate Network [business]
Ellevate Network is a membership-based business network to provide professional women the community they need to take the next step in their careers — whatever that means to each of them.
Ellevate Network is one of the most diverse women network out there. They walk the talk and are highly committed to building a diverse and inclusive space for everyone. Membership starts at $100, but they also offer scholarships. This women's network is a B-corp and WBENC.
Services
- Online Women Summit
- Events
- Involved support for their members
- Resources: podcast, books, videos
2 – Global Invest Her [funding]
The Global Community for Women Entrepreneurs Who Want to Get Funded. Founded by Anna Ravanona. Global InvestHer is on a clear mission to get 1 Million Women Entrepreneurs Funded by 2030.
Services
- directory of women-led companies
- tons of valuable resources on funding
- access to a valuable global community
- Podcast
3: We The Change [social change]
More than a women network, We The Change is a group of empowered women* creating a radically inclusive and richly regenerative global economy.g More than 650 women have signed the chart to build a more equitable and justice world. Most of the women in the group are B-corp certified.
- b-corp certified women communities
- access to a valuable global community
- empathy focused
4: I am Phoenix Project [mental health]
This women network was founded by Melissa Barker, a survivor herself. It started to help survivors of trauma offer a dynamic community that offers connection, compassion, and resources to help women thrive. Their mission is to ensure that each and every person feels seen, heard, and empowered to continue their own healing and growth, to rise to the amazing future that awaits them.
- focus on mental health and healing from trauma, domestic violence, and sex trafficking
- gorgeous website
- empathy focused
- free
5: Elpha [business; tech]
Elpha is where women in tech talk candidly online. Learn from experts, find support, discover resources and opportunities, and make friends.
- highly responding community
- diverse topics
- free
6: I Fund Women [crowdfunding]
IFundWomen is the go-to marketplace for women-owned businesses and the people who want to fund them. Great place to start to get tons of information on growing a business and get your first crowdfunding campaign going. Their mission is to equip women with the confidence, knowledge, and funding they need to bring their visions to life. They also provide grants on behalf of some of their partners.
7 WeCANinternational [environment]
The Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) International is a solutions-based organization established to engage women worldwide in policy advocacy, on-the-ground projects, direct action, training, and movement building for global climate justice.
8 – How Women Lead
How Women Lead is a champion for promoting the voices of all women and propelling their leadership forward. We bring together influential women in an inclusive and highly supportive community to provide a platform for thought leadership, collaborate, and share resources and stories.
9 Social InnovateHER
Social InnovateHER is focused on making space for women to first show up for themselves and then show up to make moves by creating meaningful, sustainable societal change. Although we center women, we are inclusive of people with diverse identities and backgrounds.
Women Network: Key takeaways
There is a network for everyone, and if there is not one for what you’re looking for. It is a great opportunity to start yours!
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