The International Women’s Forum of Colorado unites women leaders of Colorado who represent the highest levels of professional accomplishments and leadership. IWF Colorado is part of the larger global organization of the International’s Women’s Forum whose membership includes more than 8,400 preeminent women leaders in 77 Forums in 35 countries around the world.

IWF Colorado members are recognized throughout Colorado as key influencers, innovators, policy makers, thought leaders, and icons across industries, sectors, states, and countries. Through their association, members support and empower women in Colorado and beyond, engaging through social networking, professional development, educational exchange, and forging lasting friendships.

IWF Colorado is dedicated to building a vibrant, equitable, diverse and inclusive Colorado community of distinguished women through global conferences, local programs and special events. The Association strives to attract and promote highly successful women in Colorado from diverse fields. We express our purpose by following these values:

• Leadership: Inspiring others to act together to accomplish important goals wherein the power of many is augments the effort of one.
• Diversity: Understanding, appreciating, embracing, and championing individuals and their differences to demonstrate that every person matters.
• Integrity: Acting with honesty and ethics in alignment with personal and group values.
• Mentoring and Cultivating: Guiding and supporting, other women so that they too can have lasting impact from their contributions to society and beyond.

IWF Colorado was chartered in 1976 as the second forum to be established by the International Women’s Forum.  The International Women’s Forum now connects more than 8,000 preeminent women leaders in 77 Forums in 35 countries around the world.

IWF Colorado is proud to celebrate our 50th year in 2026—a remarkable milestone of empowering women leaders and fostering connection, growth, and impact. We are honored to mark 50 years of advancing women’s leadership and building a vibrant, supportive community in Colorado and beyond.