“I love this event – high-energy, inspirational and just a wonderful way to gather for valuable conversations with some of the smartest women in our industry.”
Ellen Yount, Vice President, MSI

Why attend?
Attending the Women in Global Development Leadership Forum is a life-changing experience.
On October 26-28th, 2020, 400 women and men will converge for the third edition of this unique global event.
You can expect a full day of inspiring, interactive sessions with one singular focus: to increase the power and influence of women and diverse leaders in the global development sector.
Join us for a collaborative experience and participate in conversations that address some of the most significant challenges of our time.
Who Attends?
Our flagship event: Women in Global Development Leadership Forum is the first and largest forum on women's leadership, equity, diversity and inclusion in the global development sector.
It is attended by women and men at all stages of their careers who work in the global development sector. They are the champions of our time, creating dialog and holding space to initiate necessary change for a more inclusive professional workforce.
People in these positions will benefit most from attending the Women in Global Development Leadership Forum:
CEO, Executive Director, Executive Team Member, Vice-President, Director, Manager, Technical Specialist, New Business, Human Resources, and Diversity & Inclusion.
Join us for our third annual event on October 26-28, 2020, held virtually this year.
“I love this event – high-energy, inspirational and just a wonderful way to gather for valuable conversations with some of the smartest women in our industry.”
Ellen Yount, Vice President, MSI
2020 Program lineup
Discover Inspiring Content That Prepares You To Take Action
The energizing line-up for our October 26 - 28, 2020 virtual Women in Global Development Leadership Forum is complete!
This year’s theme: Power, and Empowering Others
See the full schedule of Interactive Plenaries + Skill-Building Workshops + Networking
2020 speakers
Learn From A Diverse Panel of Speakers
This year’s forum includes a unique mix of more than 50 speakers. Engage with industry leaders, young change-makers and leadership gurus.
”The event really was the best event that I’ve been to in a very long time - eye opening in ways that I had not expected.”
Tine Knott, Senior Vice President, DAI
Join us at the world’s largest forum on women’s leadership, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the global development sector.
Virtual | October 26 - 28, 2020
Leading organizations are providing thought leadership and financial support for the world’s first forum for women’s leadership in the global development sector.
Interested in joining our large community of forward-thinking sponsors?
A Sponsorship Package tailored to your organization enables you to empower your staff with tools and knowledge, while demonstrating your commitment to promote diverse leadership in the global development sector.