The Women's Impact Alliance

The Women's Impact Alliance Women are the Answer
When women lead, the world gets better — for Everyone.

The Women’s Impact Alliance (formerly The Coaching Fellowship) is the place for women in social and environmental change to advance their leadership and impact in the world. More than 1,500 women from 80+ countries have been supported by our generous donors and a worldwide volunteer network of 220+ executive leadership coaches. Now, we’re taking a big step next on our journey to advance and accele

rate the impact women in social change make – we are becoming The Women's Impact Alliance. We’re the same organization with the same values and people doing the same important work, providing leadership development, coaching, and access to network to both high potential and game-changing women leaders of impact. With our new name comes new energy and new possibilities as we realize our mission to accelerate women leaders into positions of power and influence so that decisions are made in the interests of humanity and the planet resulting in a just, sustainable and peaceful world.

✨"Every coaching conversation is a small act of revolution." ✨ ~Karen Kimsey-House, Co-Founder, the Co-Active Training I...
11/10/2025

✨"Every coaching conversation is a small act of revolution." ✨ ~Karen Kimsey-House, Co-Founder, the Co-Active Training Institute

What happens when women in social impact have access to coaching? They stop trying to fit into traditional leadership molds and start leading authentically. They reclaim their voices. They create real change.

In this inspiring article, coaching legend Karen Kimsey-House breaks down the transformational power of coaching: https://ow.ly/hkHL50XpyI8

💠 Why coaching matters so deeply for women leaders
💠 How presence creates the field where authentic leadership emerges
💠 Why the coaching relationship builds courage and confidence
💠 How choice empowers women to lead from purpose rather than pressure
💠 The ripple effect when women lead from wholeness—transforming families, organizations, and entire systems

Read Karen's full article on why coaching access is at the heart of our mission here: https://ow.ly/hkHL50XpyI8

11/03/2025

👏Announcing our 2025 Virtuous Circle Coach Awardees! 👏

On October 30 the WIA community came together for our first Jane Finette WIA Virtuous Circle Awards for Coaches and we experienced a moment of magic together, celebrating the power of coaching and the generosity of our 250+ coaches.

To see all 55 awardees across all three categories, go here → https://ow.ly/8FJh50XlWGu

Here are our three categories:
🏆 Above and Beyond – Honoring nine coaches who have walked alongside 20+ Catalysts, multiplying impact through their generous spirit.
🏆 Enduring Commitment – Recognizing 42 coaches who have dedicated 5+ years to WIA and supported 10-19 Catalysts.
🏆 WIA Full Circle – Celebrating six five Catalysts who have become volunteer coaches themselves, completing the circle and paying forward the gift they once received.

We’re thrilled to announce our nine Above and Beyond Winners:

🌟 Janice Reches
🌟 Elise Rankin
🌟 Pauleen Ward Brown
🌟 Gloria Stinson
🌟 Sharon Gilor
🌟 Susan Darin Pohl
🌟 Anna Ladd
🌟 Wendy Zito
🌟 Eileen Goldman

These coaches have held space for hundreds of conversations that have made a difference.

And to all of our amazing coaches:

💖 You are the backbone of this global movement.

You are part of the revolution we are creating together, one conversation at a time.

If you missed our celebration, you can watch it here: https://ow.ly/NiLc50XlWGt

✨Meet 5 more visionary Catalysts from our Fall Cohort who are joining our community of changemakers:🌊 Jessica Newfield e...
10/23/2025

✨Meet 5 more visionary Catalysts from our Fall Cohort who are joining our community of changemakers:

🌊 Jessica Newfield empowers climate and ocean leaders across 40+ countries as Senior Program Manager at Sustainable Ocean Alliance

💫 Surabhi Jain, Founder of Women In Power, has spent two decades advancing racial, economic, and gender equity

⚡ Stevie Rothermel has financed over $1.7 billion in clean energy projects and champions tech literacy for marginalized groups

🏘️ Shanay Fulton shapes policy as Director of Middletown WORKS and 3-term Planning & Zoning Commissioner, building spaces where families thrive

🌱 Kyung Mi Kim, founder of NEXORA, integrates research, consulting, and venture acceleration to drive evidence-based systemic change

These women are joining 2,000+ changemakers who are amplifying their leadership and deepening their impact worldwide. Welcome them to the movement! 💫

✨Meet the Changemakers: Introducing Our Fall 2025 Empowered Leader Cohort ✨Join us in welcoming 49 visionary women from ...
10/16/2025

✨Meet the Changemakers: Introducing Our Fall 2025 Empowered Leader Cohort ✨

Join us in welcoming 49 visionary women from 15 countries to our Fall 2025 Empowered Leader Cohort. These social impact leaders are already transforming what's possible in their communities and they’re ready to take the next step in their leadership journey.

Meet five of our inspiring Catalysts:

🏥 Dr. Ciru Kinuthia, A Hospital Director advancing women's maternal, mental, & community health
🌍 Emily Johnson, Head of Development working on climate, nature & health to shape a fairer, more sustainable future
📚 Wajieha Waheed, Director of People and Culture supporting educators and changemakers making a meaningful difference
🌟 Taís Siqueira, a Brazilian feminist strengthening the ecosystem for civil society and fostering collaboration
💜 Lauren Carson, an Executive Director empowering Black women and girls to lead mentally healthy lives

Meet all 48 extraordinary leaders: https://thewia.org/catalysts/

To learn more about TheWomen’sImpact Alliance and our Empowered Leader Program visit: https://thewia.org/program/

🌟 You're invited to something special 🌟Join us for the Women's Impact First Annual Jane Finette WIA Virtuous Circle Awar...
10/08/2025

🌟 You're invited to something special 🌟

Join us for the Women's Impact First Annual Jane Finette WIA Virtuous Circle Awards for Coaches

🎯 Jane Finette WIA Virtuous Circle Awards for Coaches
🗓️ Date: Thursday, October 30
🕒 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM PT
🔗 Register now: https://ow.ly/OB8X50X82sI

We're celebrating all of our volunteer coaches who stand beside women leaders in social impact, environmental impact, and international development step into their power and expand their influence.

🏆 Award Categories:
✨ Above and Beyond – Coaches who've supported 20+ Catalysts
💫 Enduring Commitment – 5+ years of dedication, 10-19 Catalysts coached
🔄 WIA Full Circle – Catalysts who became coaches, paying it forward

We will be celebrating every coach in our community. They are the heart of a global movement to bring women’s voices and perspectives to every important decision-making table in the world.

Come witness and honor this beautiful work. We can't wait to celebrate together! 💛

09/29/2025

🎉 Please join us in celebrating Deborah Coleman, a volunteer coach for The Women's Impact Alliance for being named one of the Top 15 Coaches in Toronto for 2025 by Influence Digest!

🌟 As a Master Certified Coach with close to 8,400 coaching hours, 25 years of coaching and educating coaches, and extensive experience supporting C-Suite leaders, Deborah brings deep expertise to her volunteer work with the Women's Impact Alliance.

🙌 Deborah, your dedication to coaching our Catalysts - the women leaders driving change in the social impact space - is invaluable to our mission. We're so grateful to have you, such a recognized expert, generously sharing your talents with our community. ✨

👀 Check out the article here! https://influencedigest.com/coaching/top-coaches-toronto-2025/

👏 Congratulations Deborah!

Don’t miss our next Global Ignite Session with Soon Hagerty, serial entrepreneur, female advocate and founder of Boundle...
09/25/2025

Don’t miss our next Global Ignite Session with Soon Hagerty, serial entrepreneur, female advocate and founder of Boundless Futures Foundation

Her humble origin story to her success as a female founder will inspire you to take risks and pursue a life of purpose and impact.

🎯 Topic: From Boat to Boundless: How to Be Brave, Be Bold, and Live Beyond Limits
🗓️ Date: October 16
🕒 Time: 8 am - 9 am PT
🔗 Sign Up Here: https://ow.ly/Anrs50X2rLE

Join Soon in conversation with Athena Katsaros, WIA Founding Board Member and former Executive Director, as they explore:

👉 How to transform barriers into life lessons on how to be brave, bold and boundless
👉 Taking risks even in the face of uncertainty
👉 The joy of pursuing a life of purpose and impact

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🌟 We're hiring! The Women's Impact Alliance is seeking a Communications & Fundraising Manager to help amplify our missio...
09/23/2025

🌟 We're hiring! The Women's Impact Alliance is seeking a Communications & Fundraising Manager to help amplify our mission of unleashing the potential of women leaders driving social and environmental change globally.

🌍 This remote, part-time role (30 hrs/week) combines strategic communications with fundraising excellence - from managing our social media presence to designing donor campaigns.

🔗Find out more about this exciting opportunity here: https://ow.ly/9Ffq50X13B8

📧 Ready to make an impact? Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with "Communications & Fundraising Manager" in the subject line by October 10th!

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Don’t miss our next Global Ignite Session with Soon Hagerty, serial entrepreneur, female advocate and founder of Boundle...
09/17/2025

Don’t miss our next Global Ignite Session with Soon Hagerty, serial entrepreneur, female advocate and founder of Boundless Futures Foundation.

Her humble origin story to her success as a female founder will inspire you to take risks and pursue a life of purpose and impact.

🎯 Topic: From Boat to Boundless: How to Be Brave, Be Bold, and Live Beyond Limits
🗓️ Date: October 16
🕒 Time: 8 am - 9 am PT
🔗 [Sign Up Here] (https://ow.ly/J5rt50WXLtH)

Join Soon in conversation with Athena Katsaros, WIA Founding Board Member and former Executive Director, as they explore:

👉 How to transform barriers into life lessons on how to be brave, bold and boundless
👉 Taking risks even in the face of uncertainty
👉 The joy of pursuing a life of purpose and impact

Register today - (https://ow.ly/J5rt50WXLtH)

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⏰ Our next Empower Hour is almost here!Join leadership coach Jyoti Sharma for Safety is Strategy — How to Speak With Pow...
09/11/2025

⏰ Our next Empower Hour is almost here!

Join leadership coach Jyoti Sharma for Safety is Strategy — How to Speak With Power in High-Stakes Moments.

In this 60-minute session, you’ll learn how to:
🌱 Ground your body when the pressure rises
🎤 Steady your voice so your words carry strength
✨ Speak with clarity and confidence when it matters most

Don’t miss this chance to invest one hour in yourself and your leadership.

🗓 September 16, 2025
🕒 8–9 AM PT
💻 Free to attend — save your spot: link in our profile.

✨ A Decade of Impact, Powered by You ✨For the tenth year in a row, women leaders in social change received the coaching ...
09/11/2025

✨ A Decade of Impact, Powered by You ✨

For the tenth year in a row, women leaders in social change received the coaching and development they need to expand their impact.

In 2024, we:

🌍 Welcomed 150 new Catalysts
💫 Transformed 12,250 lives worldwide
📊 Built on a decade of proven leadership support

Our 2024 Annual Impact Report highlights inspiring stories, compelling data, and key milestones as we continue to build a global ecosystem of empowered women leaders.

Thank you to every Catalyst, coach, supporter, and advocate who made this possible. 💜

📖 Explore the full report: link in our profile.

Do you ever freeze in high-stakes conversations? You don’t have to face it alone.Join us for our next Empower Hour: Safe...
08/28/2025

Do you ever freeze in high-stakes conversations?
You don’t have to face it alone.

Join us for our next Empower Hour: Safety is Strategy — How to Speak With Power in High-Stakes Moments.

✨ Featured Coach: Jyoti Sharma
Jyoti Sharma is a leadership coach and confidence expert with global HR experience. Her mission is to awaken women to their own magnificence by helping them lead with clarity, presence, and strength. She empowers women, particularly those from underrepresented communities, through coaching that integrates psychology, mindfulness, and strategy.

In this Empower Hour, Jyoti will guide you through embodied practices and practical tools to ground your body, steady your voice, and speak with confidence in high-stakes conversations.

🗓 September 16, 2025
🕒 8–9 AM PT
💻 Free to attend — reserve your spot: Link in our profile.

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