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Women's International Shipping & Trading Association

Professional. Dynamic. Open Minded. Committed.

Formed in 1974, the Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA International) is a global organisation connecting female executives and decision-makers around the world. WISTA International serves as a connector for its network of more than 3,800 female professionals from all sectors of the maritime industry.

56 countries support a National WISTA Association (NWA), each of which in turn is a member of and is guided by WISTA International. NWAs provide in-country and regional networking, business and skill-building opportunities, corporate visibility, and also facilitate relationships within the industry.

On a global scale, WISTA members have access to an incredibly diverse network of executives in the shipping and trading field on whom they can call for referrals, connections, advice or business collaborations.

Mission

 

WISTA is an international networking organization whose mission is to attract and support women, at the management level, in the maritime, trading and logistics sectors.
WISTA works toward:

  • Minimizing the existing gender leadership gap in the maritime, trading and logistics sectors.
  • Building a community among its members, facilitating the exchange of contacts, information, and experiences
  • Promoting the creation of business relationships among its members
  • Facilitating the professional development of its members
  • Providing liaison with other related institutions and organizations worldwide

Vision

WISTA promotes diversity in the maritime, trading and logistics sectors, empowering women to lead through their unique perspective and competencies, with the conviction that gender diversity is key in providing a sustainable future for the shipping industry internationally.

The success of WISTA is dependent on the trust and confidence we earn from our members and the industry at large. We gain credibility by adhering to our commitments, displaying honesty and integrity, and reaching our goals through honourable conduct.

 

Guiding and Governing Principles

  • Members of WISTA’s NWAs shall be honest and treat all members with dignity and respect;
  • Members of WISTA’s NWAs shall respect the opinions of members, as well as the cultural differences amongst members;
  • Members of WISTA’s NWAs shall work together cooperatively for the betterment of the Association and will not use WISTA for their own personal gain to the detriment of the Association;
  • Members of WISTA’s NWAs shall strive to be known by the maritime industry as fair, honest, diligent, hardworking, and caring people with integrity;
  • WISTA shall endeavour to advance the interests of women in the maritime industry and promote an exchange of contacts and experiences among the members of its NWAS, which could lead to new business and new business relationships;
  • WISTA supports the founding of new NWAs to broaden networking opportunities and encourages cooperation among neighbouring NWAs and regions, including sharing best practices and ideas to help all NWAs grow and be successful, for everyone’s benefit; and
  • Members of WISTA’s NWAs shall strive to be professional, dynamic, open-minded, and committed in all aspects of their professional and personal lives.

 

CODE OF CONDUCT

The success of WISTA is dependent on the trust and confidence we earn from our members and the industry at large. We gain credibility by adhering to our commitments, displaying honesty and integrity, and reaching our goals through honourable conduct.

Events

Norton Rose Fulbright – Women in Maritime | Training: Presentation skills for beginners

Presenting with confidence Helping women in maritime to deliver with impact, presented by Norton Rose Fulbright We are delighted to invite you to participate in two online […]

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WISTA ATLANTIC FÓRUM 2023

Announcement! WISTA ATLANTIC FÓRUM 2023 – organized by WISTA Portugal and with the support of #WISTAMED – will host its event in Funchal, Portugal. The event will […]

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News

Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit for Shipping from ICS – WISTA Member Discount

International Chamber of Shipping and WISTA International – Member Discount – on Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit for Shipping   The ICS Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit for Shipping has […]

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Norton Rose Fulbright – Women in Maritime | Training: Presenting with confidence

Presenting with confidence Helping women in maritime to deliver with impact, presented by Norton Rose Fulbright We are delighted to invite you to participate in two online […]

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2023 IMO Honours for Exceptional Bravery at Sea

– We kindly request cooperation to promote and encourage the submission for nominations.   Find the following link – https://tinyurl.com/2p997jfp – which includes: the revised guidelines (enclosed in Circular […]

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OUR NETWORK

WISTA has 3,800+ members and 56 National WISTA Associations (NWAs).

OUR NETWORK

WISTA has 3,800+ members and 56 National WISTA Associations (NWAs).

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