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IAWA History
In 1986, a few female business leaders took the initiative to set up the International Active Women Association, a non-profit organisation. They felt the need to share their experiences with other professionally activewomen and wanted to do so in a friendly atmosphere. In the early stages, the eight founding members each searched for potential members within their region. Our group soon went nation-wide, consisting of around 50 members. Today, we are active in both Flanders, Wallonia, Brussels and in the German district. Meanwhile our group continued to grow and now boasts around 100 members.
IAWA committee

Annie De Meurichy
President

Catherine Derine
Treasurer / Accountant

Chantal Bonduelle
Lawyer

Viviane Brel
Travel & Communication

Evelyne Demarche
Wallonia activities

Mieke Dhoore
Former President

Marie-Claire Gilot
Brussels activities

Daniele Koevoets
Flanders activities

Jacqueline Leemans
Secretary

Marie-France Vankueken
Public Relations & NetworkingBecome an IAWA member now
The basic requirement is that you have to practise a professional activity with a significant amount of responsibility. Not only your position, title or qualifications are relevant, but also your personality and drive in how you go about your work. Find out more about how to become an IAWA member here.
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