Our story begins with a closed door, and a group of financial women pioneers who created and opened their own doors, for themselves and those who would follow.

In 1956, when a group of eight Wall Street women were denied membership in a professional association, they blazed their own path, founding the Financial Women’s Association as a forum to share their experiences and further their knowledge.

That same groundbreaking spirit has driven the FWA over the course of decades to create opportunities for members to build their careers, meet industry leaders, gain the support of powerful women and companies, and contribute their time and energy to the development of the next generation of young professionals.

Today, our non-profit organization proudly supports over 800 members worldwide and promotes the professional development and advancement of all women through education, mentorship, scholarships, networking, and alliances across the financial community.