GW Women in Business
George Washington University
About GW Women in Business
GW Women in Business represents a powerful community of undergraduate women at George Washington University in Washington, DC, united by a shared commitment to supporting one another's professional and personal growth. Since its founding in 2006, the organization has cultivated a culture centered on four core values: Community, Confidence, Empowerment, and Leadership. These principles guide every aspect of the organization's mission to provide undergraduate women of all majors and career interests with the necessary resources to excel in the workforce.
At its heart, GW Women in Business is about women helping women. The organization was born from the vision of four GW seniors who recognized the need for a supportive network where undergraduate women could learn from one another and prepare for professional success. This philosophy continues to drive the organization's work today, with members and alumni maintaining an inherent responsibility to give back and pull other women up as they climb.
The organization fosters genuine connections through its emphasis on community-building and relationship development. Members benefit from a network of empowering women who serve as mentors, peers, and advocates throughout their time at George Washington University and beyond. The organization's programming reflects a deep understanding that professional success is built not just on individual achievement, but on the strength of supportive relationships and collaborative growth.
GW Women in Business has inspired lasting impact beyond the university itself. Alumni have gone on to create United Women in Business, an organization serving professional women through educational programming, professional development events, and special membership opportunities. This legacy demonstrates how the values cultivated within GWWIB extend into members' careers, creating ripple effects of empowerment and support throughout the business community in Washington, DC and beyond.