BPW Europe

BPW International was founded in 1930 in Geneva by Lena Madesin Philips. It has grown to an international network of 25.000 members in more than 107 countries.

We have 5 regions to manage this large organization: North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa and Asia Pacific.

Europe is the strongest region with more than 18.000 members in nearly 31 countries.

Our aim: Equal opportunities and status for women in the economic, civil and political life. A BPW Member:

  • takes professional responsability on all levels in economy, politics and society
  • thinks and acts locally, nationally and internationally
  • practices networking, mentoring and lobbying
  • enjoys lifelong learning
  • works with United Nations agencies and other international organizations
  • develops friendship
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Upcoming European Events

4th Mediterranean Symposium November 2021

The 4th BPW Mediterranean Symposium takes place 19-21 November in Nicosia, Cyprus.
Theme: WOMEN: DRIVERS OF A RESILIENT TOMORROW
Click here for the Programme
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND BOOK YOUR HOTEL ROOM! 
 
The 4th BPW Mediterranean Symposium is scheduled to take place in Nicosia, Cyprus, on 20 November 2021 at 9am local time (GMT+2 i.e. 8am Brussels time) will be in a hybrid form event for our overseas sisters. This gives our sisters around the globe, who are unable to attend in person, the opportunity to participate online in this established event.  
Link to register for online participation:  https://forms.ccci.org.cy/bpw_symposium2021/
 
See you in Nicosia, Cyprus! Or Online!

17th BPW Europe Conference, May 27-29 2022, Reykjavik Iceland

BPW Iceland welcomes you to the 17th European Conference in Reykjavík in May 27- 29 2022. The congress venue is Hilton Reykjavík Nordica, located in central Reykjavík overlooking Mount Esja, the city’s main landmark that dominates Reykjavík’s City skyline and provides a stunning backdrop to the capital area. READ THE ECC TRAVEL REPORT WITH MORE DETAILS TO THE CONFERENCE.

The theme of the congress is “Equality”. Partaking in a BPW Conference is a unique opportunity to experience how the strength of the BPW network supports women in their career and personal development. Visit the official conference website here.