INSPIRING WOMEN NETWORK
Connect . Inspire . Empower
Inspiring Women Network (IWN) is a grassroots, women-led organisation based in Cornwall, working to connect, empower, and amplify women, with a particular focus on those who are underrepresented or marginalised.
Our work is shaped by lived experience and guided by feminist, anti-racist, and community-centred values. We prioritise women who face barriers related to race, migration, poverty, isolation, disability, and access to opportunity, while remaining committed to building solidarity across communities.
Through a wide range of community-led activities, workshops, events, and advocacy, we create welcoming and intentional spaces where women can:
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build confidence and leadership
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access support and information
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share knowledge and lived experience
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connect with others in meaningful ways
We believe that women are experts in their own lives. That’s why our programmes are co-designed with the communities we serve, constantly evolving in response to feedback, changing needs, and social realities.
Becoming part of the IWN community is simple and free. There is no formal membership; women engage by attending the activities that feel right for them. Some spaces are open to all women, while others are intentionally designed as protected spaces for specific communities, in response to need.
At its heart, IWN exists to challenge inequality, strengthen community, and support women not just to participate, but to shape the spaces and systems around them.
Our 2025 Impact
2000+ people participated in IWN activities
500+ unique women engaged
200+ events & workshops
20+ women supported through 1:1
Our Work. Our Worth. Our Future.
IWN's Women's Conference 2026
This autumn, women from across Cornwall and beyond will come together for the IWN Women’s Conference 2026, a day exploring women’s work, economic power and what it really takes for women to thrive.
From paid work and enterprise to unpaid care, leadership, financial security and the barriers that still shape women’s choices, we’ll be asking some big questions about whose work is valued and who gets to shape what comes next.
Join us at the University of Exeter, Penryn Campus, for our fourth Women's Leadership and Entrepreneurship Conference.
The Travelling Teapot
A Journey Through Tea, Culture & Community
Tea tastes different everywhere. So do the stories that come with it.
The Travelling Teapot brings women together across Cornwall to share tea, traditions and stories from their cultures, heritage and lives. Each gathering is hosted by a different woman — and each cup takes us somewhere new.
IWN IGNITE
Have an idea, a business, or simply want to explore what you could do next?
Ignite is IWN’s space for women to build skills, confidence and connections around enterprise and work. From developing an idea to learning from other women and making new connections, you don’t need to have everything figured out before you begin.
IWN: Connect . Inspire . Empower
As a woman-centered organisation, our purpose is to create spaces where women can come together, share their experiences, and grow, ensuring that no woman feels alone in her journey.
Connect
At IWN, we foster meaningful connections by bringing together women from diverse backgrounds, creating a supportive network where they can share experiences, build friendships, and grow together.
Inspire
We inspire women through our empowering workshops, cultural events, and advocacy initiatives, encouraging them to embrace their unique potential and pursue their dreams with confidence.
Empower
By providing resources, support, and opportunities for personal and professional development, we empower women to take charge of their lives, advocate for their rights, and make impactful changes in their communities.
OUR PROGRAMMES
Our Programmes and Initiatives: IWN offers a variety of programmes and initiatives that cater to the diverse needs and interests of our community.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED
We have a range of events that are open to all. Whether you enjoy coastal walks, or crafting is more your thing, film night or simply our private facebook page group, we have something for everyone! So join our community today and be met with a warm welcome and a safe space to connect with others.
We can all work together towards our goal of an equitable, just, and inclusive world. If you’re passionate about making our world a better place, spread our message, join our network, invite others, and stand against injustice in your daily life.
IWN is not-for-profit community interest company. Our work is made possible thanks to funding and generous donations. Anything you can contribute will be greatly appreciated, and will go straight back into helping support women in Cornwall.
International Women's Day Gala
Saturday 14th March 2026
Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating women’s leadership, resilience, and collective power. Our International Women’s Day Gala brings together community, connection, and change – featuring a powerful keynote speaker, a three-course dinner, live performance, and our much-loved Inspirational Woman of the Year Awards, including our new Young Woman of the Year Award. This is more than a celebration – it’s a moment to honour women’s stories and invest in a more equal future.
Our Funders
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