Business &
Professional Women
Europe

At BPW Europe, we are more than a network—we are a movement driving progress for women across economic, professional, and public life. With over 18,000 members across 30+ countries, we connect, support, and elevate women at every stage of their journey—championing leadership, influencing policy, and creating real opportunities for growth and impact.

Regional Networks

Within the European region, we host several sub-regions in DACH, Mediterranean, Adriatic and Danube region.

Working Groups

BPW Europe hosts six working groups that represent interdisciplinary project teams that provide guidance and services such as Leadership Trainings and Webinars.

Regional Events

Every year, we meet at the so-called Presidents Meeting and Young BPW Symposium and every 3 years, we meet for the biggest event: the Regional Conference of BPW Europe.

Policies and Lobbying

BPW members play an active role in advocating equal opportunities for women by assuming Board mandates at the European Women’s Lobby.

Empowering financial independence
of each women in Europe.

Rooted in a global legacy that began in 1930 under the vision of Lena Madesin Phillips, and holding consultative status with the United Nations and the Council of Europe, BPW Europe stands at the forefront of advancing gender equality through action, collaboration, and influence.

This is where voices are amplified. This is where leaders are shaped. This is where change begins.

  • 1930

    Foundation

    Rooted in a global legacy that began in 1930 under the vision of Lena Madesin Phillips.

    Our History
    Our History
  • 30 +

    Countries

    Accross more than 30 countries; we connect, support, and elevate women at every stage of their journey.

    Working Groups
    Working Groups
  • 18 k+

    Members

    With over 18,000 members; we connect, support, and elevate women at every stage of their journey.

    Cooperations
    Cooperations

Cooperations of BPW Europe

European Women’s Lobby

BPW Europe is represented in the Board of Administration of the European Women’s Lobby.

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Council of Europe

The Council of Europe is an international intergovernmental organisation which is located in Strasbourg, France and has currently 45 democratic states as its members.

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UN United Nations

BPW International has permanent representatives at the United Nations and its agencies in New York, Geneva, Paris and Vienna.

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Women Watch

Women Watch is an inter-agency website and a good practice example of United Nations coordination and collaboration.

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Upcoming & Past Events

8th Mediterranean Symposium

Save the date for the upcoming 8th Mediterranean Symposium being held between the 20th and 21st November, 2026 in Nicosia Cyprus. Stay tuned for further information coming soon.
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