Women United is a network of women leaders committed to creating meaningful change in Southeast Louisiana and beyond. As part of United Way Worldwide, we’re connected to a global movement of women who are leveraging their collective power to make an impact in communities around the world. Locally, as a leadership group of United Way of Southeast Louisiana, we harness the strength of our members to drive real change right here in our region.

Since our founding in 2002 by a group of 50 local women, Women United has invested more than $4.2 million into local programs that support women, children, and families in our region. We helped enact meaningful, systemwide change, most notably influencing public policy to protect domestic violence survivors and strengthen early childhood education. Today, we continue to unite purpose-driven women who are informed, engaged, and ready to lead. Through their time, talents, and resources, we help build a region where all can thrive.