• “Women

    “Women matter to Iowa!”

    Diane Ramsey, IWLC Executive Director

    “The just-released SHE MATTERS report documents women’s impact on the Iowa economy, but also reveals serious challenges. Read the report and help IWLC improve the status of Iowa’s women and girls!”

  • Rewarded beyond measure

    "Rewarded beyond measure"

    Shanti Roundtree

    "Picture it: Iowa City, 2009. A local company announces it is closing its doors and 60 solid publishing careers will be cut short, including mine..."

  • Inspired to run

    "Inspired to run"

    Liz Mathis

    "Through the years I had attended gatherings where women would say, ‘You know, there should be more women in politics...'"

Upcoming Events

Business Record Presents Building for Brillance Developing Female Leaders

May 24, 2012

Whether you are a female new to management or a seasoned professional, or if you are a male manager charged with developing leadership talent within your workplace, understanding the unique gifts with which women can lead gives you a distinct advantage.

IWLC News


Womens Leadership Event

Why Iowa women matter: Changing lives

"SHE MATTERS" results indicate a need for support for women and girls in Iowa.   Learn more...

Womens Leadership Event

Nonprofit Status Furthers IWLC Goals

Diane Ramsey, IWLC Executive Director, reports that the organization received its official IRS exemption letter in late April 2012.   Learn more...

Womens Leadership Event

Tell us what you think!

Thank you for attending IWLC's "The State of Change 2012" leadership event on April 25. Will you give us an extra five minutes to provide some feedback, so we can continue to improve future events? Your input will make a difference!  Learn more...



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