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Our Community We are a true sisterhood representing collective values and interests. We serve both the IWF member community and the external community where we live and work, with a shared goal of giving back, including advancing the next generation of young women leaders. View our 2024 Annual Report.
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IWF Northern California is an affiliate of the International Women’s Forum (IWF), an invitation-only, member organization comprised of more than 8,400 diverse and accomplished women from 35 countries across 77 local forums. Learn more and see the latest IWF news.
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Members are invited to join the IWF NorCal Speakers Bureau as a way to give back to the community. Read 
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We are pleased to present IWF NorCal's 2024 Annual Report. It exemplifies our key tenets of Leadership, Inclusion, Community, Friendship, and Inspiration. Member News
Recent Events Charcuterie Board Workshop November 1, IWF NorCal member Annelise Bauer led a hands on workshop to build beautiful charcuterie boards, just in time for the holidays! Each participant brought items selected from a comprehensive shopping list, and were guided in selecting, pairing, and arranging their ingredients for a visually stunning and delicious board.
October 31, IWF NorCal members and their guests enjoyed a special "behind the scenes" tour of The Gladstone Institutes for a fascinating close-up view of groundbreaking science and medical innovation tackling the biggest problems in human health at this state-of-the-art independent biomedical research organization.
October 23, IWF NorCal member Denise Brosseau featured three long-time members in a delightful conversation that shared their personal and professional stories, and the role IWF has played in their lives. We were truly inspired and loved hearing from Barbara Creed, Carol Mayer Marshall and Rachel Mueller. Members may watch the recording here.
October 16, Members from the IWF Western Region came together for a virtual cocktail cafe. The forums included IWF British Columbia, IWF Hawaii, IWF Idaho, IWF Northern California, IWF Oregon, IWF Southern California, IWF Utah, and IWF Washington. It was a fun and easy way to meet and connect with IWF sisters from other forums. U.S. Supreme Court Review October 8, IWF NorCal member Barbara Creed conducted her annual program to discuss important trends on the Supreme Court, review the significant decisions of the last term, and preview some of the major cases the Court will decide in its term that began on October 6th. It was an excellent opportunity to gain insights into the U.S. Supreme Court and its decisions! Members may watch the recording here.
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Community Engagement Opportunities Meet the members of our Community Committee. Members are invited to share your expertise and experiences via the IWF NorCal Speakers Bureau, which was launched in February 2024. Learn more and join the speakers bureau here. | 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month
To commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month, IWF NorCal is celebrating members Denise Dunning, Jenny Flores, Ana Pinczuk, and Karilyn Van Oosten. Please join us in honoring these extraordinary IWF NorCal members who are making a positive impact on the world. We are very proud to have you part of our IWF community and sisterhood! PROGRAMS see all > Exclusive access; shared experiences; Marin Supper Club Marin/North Bay Book Club San Francisco Book Club Peninsula Book Club IWF Higher Education SIG An Evening with La Casa de las Madres Signature Event: Holiday Party Holiday Book Review at Book Passage East Bay Supper Club Pop Up: Cookie Decorating Party Signature Event: Annual Meeting Signature Event: Cocktail Reception Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate? Videos from past webinars available here. RESOURCES > Stay informed President's Message Fall 2025...and other messages from the President are available here. |
Congratulations to IWF NorCal members Barbara Adachi, April Miller Boise, and Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz for being named a 2025 Most Influential Women Corporate Board Director! The honor recognizes exceptional executives shaping strategy and driving innovation at the world’s leading companies. 
BTS: The Gladstone Institutes
Tell Me Your Story: IWF NorCal Long-Time Members 
IWF Western Region Cocktail Cafe
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