About WLEC

Women’s Leadership and Empowerment Conference [WLEC] is one of a kind platform for global stakeholders from academic, professional and governmental realms to gather, network and discuss Leadership and Empowerment of Women. WLEC offers a unique, culturally and professionally diverse environment, carefully designed to foster personal and professional growth. 

Every year Women's Leadership and Empowerment Conference gathers scholars, activists, professional men and women and policy makers from across the globe. This conference is open to any and all gender, religion, race and beliefs as our diversity in perspective is what helps broaden our knowledge, understanding and actions on the subject at hand. ​
Participants at WLEC:
WLEC consists of two main components:
Inside the Room [Learning]:

• Experiential and dynamic learning
• Expansion of beliefs and perceptions 
• Case study reviews
• Implemented working programs​
• Themed panel discussions​​
Outside the Room [Networking]:

​At WLEC, we believe in the experience of life, that one learns and is more active when engaging with others and the world in which they are in. 
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We help cultivate and encourage connections, discussions and networking with the other attendees to have deeper conversations while connecting on lifelong levels. ​​
We also believe in service and giving back, that is why at every conference we find a Local business or local non-profit organizations to support and uplift while we are in country. ​For over 10 years, Tomorrow People Organization has been supporting a number of children from kindergarten to university levels from the Bangkok slums, in collaboration with Duang Prateep Foundation Thailand.
Why should I attend WLEC?
Step out of your daily routine and experience another world. We believe that only when we expand our comfort zones do we truly learn and grow. WLEC offers an opportunity to meet people you would normally not meet and spend 3 days with; An opportunity to hear stories you might otherwise not hear; And, being away from the noise of your daily life, you are given a rare and precious opportunity to reflect on what you have already learned on your journey.

WLEC offers knowledge, inspiration and opportunities. We promise:
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  • Multicultural environment: We typically host delegates from 40+ countries, each one carefully selected to ensure that diversity of cultures, thoughts and perspectives are represented at the conference. We believe in sharing information and learning from each other and we believe that the ability to understand different cultures and perspectives is what the true education should be.
  • Inspiring speakers and dynamic themed discussions: We believe that every story matters. Therefore, we give equal opportunities to carefully selected speakers from across the world to present their research, share their experience and tell their stories. We also invite all delegates to take part in themed discussions on global issues.
  • Professional diversity: We host global stakeholders from academic, corporate, governmental and non for profit realms. This diversity of perspectives provides an opportunity to learn and understand how we can create sustainable solutions that will work for all.
  • All ages and genders: We believe we can all learn from each other and that every experience and perspective matters. We are proud to host at WLEC both young professionals and graduate students as well as distinguished scholars and leaders in their fields.
  • Meaningful and long-lasting connections: Dynamic program, intimate groups and numerous networking opportunities guarantee new connections and friendships established at WLEC, with other distinguished delegates from across the world.
  • Safe, fun and vibrant location: Safety and well being of our delegates is our first priority. We make sure to choose not only some of the safest places on Earth but some of the most inspiring and exciting as well.
Who Should Attend WLEC?
​16th Women's Leadership and Empowerment Conference [WLEC2025] welcomes all those interested and working in the areas covered by the conference themes. More specifically, it targets: 

  • Scholars: Present your research, share knowledge and experience with others; Connect with colleagues and professionals working in the fields of leadership and empowerment of women; Find ideas and potential collaborators for future research.
  • Professional women and men: Share your experience, connect and exchange experience with colleagues and network with international community of professionals in the realms of leadership and empowerment of women.
  • Policy makers: Learn from leading experts on issues related to gender equality, women's rights and best practices in creating healthy and prosperous society; Network with colleagues from across the world, exchange ideas and experience.
  • Activists: Raise awareness of your work, learn, share and network with global stakeholders, possible donors and colleagues from around the world.
  • Graduate students: Meet your colleagues, make new friends, improve your communication skills and knowledge on the subject at hand; Get valuable feedback on your research from international audience of leading scholars and professionals.
  • Others: Individuals who want to contribute by making a positive change, gaining new knowledge, skills and friends and become more useful to their own communities.
Reflecting on past conferences, we are proud to learn that numerous projects have been developed and implemented as a result of knowledge, inspiration and contacts gained at WLEC. It makes us even more proud to learn of many international collaborations and friendships that started at the WLEC as it is at the core of who we are.
​May our journey together successfully continue!

​We look forward to welcoming you to our global WLEC community of scholars, professionals, entrepreneurs and policy makers.