Charleston Women in International Trade (CWIT)

Association of Women Professionals New organization that can assist with networking, finding opportunities, skills development.

Business and Professional Women USA Helping women achieve economic self-sufficiency by advancing careers, building businesses and advocating for workplace equity.

Executive Women International Brings individuals together from diverse businesses with for the purpose of promoting member firms, enhancing personal and professional development, and encouraging community involvement.

American Association of University Women Promotes education and equity for all women and girls, lifelong education, and positive societal change.

Center for Women's Business Research Premier source of knowledge about women business owners and their enterprises worldwide.

National Women's Business Council Serves as an independent source of advice and policy recommendations to the President, Congress, and the U.S. Small Business Administration on economic issues of importance to women business owners.

Online Women's Business Center To promote the growth of women-owned businesses through programs that address business training and technical assistance, and provide access to credit and capital, federal contracts, and international trade opportunities.

Venture Capital forums for Women Dedicated to accelerating women's access to the equity markets.

Womenbiz.gov Specific stages that a woman business owner should go through as she begins to explore whether the federal government is the right customer for her.

Women's Business Enterprise National Council The nation's leading advocate of women-owned businesses as suppliers to America's corporations.

Women Presidents' Organization To improve business conditions for women entrepreneurs and to promote the acceptance and advancement of women entrepreneurs in all industries.

Women's Bureau, US Department of Labor To promote profitable employment opportunities for women, to empower them by enhancing their skills and improving their working conditions, and to provide employers with more alternatives to meet their labor needs.

Women in Engineering A one stop clearinghouse of educational programs & career opportunities for female engineers, developed by Tufts University's School of Engineering and co-sponsored by the Society of Women Engineers and the Women's Engineering Program & Advocacy Network.

Pink Magazine Is celebrating a global mission of equity and opportunity-a movement acknowledging all that women are today and will be tomorrow, each deserving the chance to realize her fullest human potential; to have a beautiful career, a beautiful life.

Little Black Book Is a trusted resource developed by asking hundreds of women to tell who they rely on; every business and service provider in The Book has been referred by busy women.

Institute for Women's Policy Research A public policy research organization dedicated to informing and stimulating the debate on public policy issues of critical importance to women and their families.

National Older Women's League A national membership organization that strives to improve the status and quality of life for midlife and older women.

Office on Women's Health, DHHS Organization structured within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to focus on activities that will improve the health and well-being of women and girls in the United States.

Office of Women's Health, FDA To serve as a champion for women's health both within and outside the agency.

Women's Health, HRSA Coordinates women's activities across more than 80 Health Resources and Services Administration programs.

National Women's Health Information Center Provides reliable health information for women with links to other national organizations.

Office on Violence Against Women, US Department of Justice Handled legal and policy issues regarding violence against women, coordinated efforts, provided national and international leadership, received international visitors interested in learning about the Fed Gov's role in addressing violence against women...

League of Women Voters, US A nonpartisan political organization, encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

Lifetime Television for Women Dedicated to offering the highest quality entertainment and information programming and advocating a wide range of issues affecting women and their families.

Catalyst Catalyst is the leading research and advisory organization working with businesses and the professions to build inclusive environments and expand opportunities for women at work.

Raise the Nation A nonprofit corporation developed to help single parent women continue or repay their education expenses.

Export America Is the official magazine of the International Trade Administration (ITA) in the U.S. Department of Commerce, offers practical export advice and serves as a valuable resource for small and medium-sized exporters.

US Commercial Service Focuse on international trade news for South Carolina exporters, and links the user to the main US Department of Commerce (DOC) website and source of all contacts, programs, news, and market research offered.

International Trade Program Are you a South Carolina company that wants to sell overseas? The International Trade Program at the SC Dept of Commerce was established to make it easier for you to export your products and/or services.

Export.Gov A portal to all export-related assistance and market info offered by the federal government. Whether you're looking for trade leads, free export counseling, or help with the export process, www.Export.gov is your 1st step in growing international sales.

Organization of Women in International Trade A non-profit professional organization designed to promote women doing business in international trade by providing networking and Educational opportunities.

Promoting Women's Enterprise Support Prowess is a UK based network of organizations and individuals who support the growth of women's business ownership, including raising awareness, sharing best practices, advocacy and information.

International Alliance for Women The global umbrella organization that unites, supports and promotes professional women and their networks to work together, share resources and leverage ideas.

Digital Women Provides an international online community for women in business, businesswomen, and all women around the world.

National Women's History Museum A nonpartisan, nonprofit educational institution dedicated to revealing, presenting, and celebrating the rich and diverse history of women's contributions that have shaped U.S. culture and society.

Women's Sports Foundation Concerned with increasing the opportunities of women in sports and fitness.

Sciway The largest and most comprehensive directory of SC information on the Internet. SCIway (pronounced "Sky-way") includes thousands of links to other SC web sites as well as a growing collection of maps, charts, articles, and other resources.

Skirt Charleston-based Skirt is all about women...their work, play, families, creativity, style, health and wealth, bodies and souls.

International Women’s Day Each year, International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated on 8 March to recognize women's advancement across all disciplines. IWD inspires women to rise to their full potential and achieve more throughout the world.

SC International Trade Conference An annual event held each May in Charleston, SC USA, filled with informative sessions on timely international trade topics.

SC World Trade Center The mission of the South Carolina World Trade Center is to promote and support international commerce through education, networking, trade development services, and international business opportunities for companies and individuals throughout SC.

SC State Ports Authority The mission of the SC State Ports Authority is to contribute to the economic development of SC by fostering and stimulating waterborne commerce and shipment of freight

Propeller Club The Club is dedicated to the enhancement and well-being of all interests of the American Maritime Community on a national and international basis.

Swamp Fox Swamp Fox is the resource of record for companies, organizations, and initiatives in the Southeastern Innovation Corridor.

ATS Logistics ~
Global Business Resource Center, College of Charleston ~
Office Professionals by Hammes ~
McAllister Towing, Charleston ~
Roanoke Trade Services ~
SC State Ports Authority ~
Merrill Lynch ~

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