World of Coffee 2024 in Copenhagen drew a record-breaking 12,600+ attendees from 140 countries, and the International Women's Coffee Alliance (IWCA) made a significant impact. Executive Director Blanca Castro shared inspiring updates on IWCA’s global initiatives and celebrated two major MoUs: one with the African Fine Coffees Association (AFCA) to support women coffee producers in Eastern Africa and another establishing Greece as IWCA's 35th chapter. A captivating coffee cupping session with Cup of Excellence and a vibrant IWCA booth featuring 12 unique samples from the Venezuelan Chapter underscored the talent and contributions of women in the coffee industry. Read the full post for an in-depth look at IWCA’s memorable moments and future plans.

During the World of Coffee event in Copenhagen, representatives from the IWCA chapters in Brazil and Colombia took significant steps to strengthen their relationships with their local governments by visiting the Brazilian and Colombian embassies. These visits underscored the strategic partnership efforts of IWCA, as members shared insights and discussed the challenges and progress of their coffee communities with diplomatic representatives in Denmark. The gatherings highlighted IWCA's ongoing mission to empower women in the global coffee industry and emphasized the importance of support at governmental levels to foster sustainable development and greater equity in coffee production. Read the full story

At a recent two-day event in Minneapolis, IWCA's Blanca Castro joined a panel celebrating the legacy of Caribou Coffee's original roastmaster, Amy Erickson. This event marked the culmination of Caribou Coffee’s campaign honoring women in coffee, launched on International Women's Day. The campaign raised $36,000 to support women coffee producers in Guatemala, Costa Rica, Ethiopia, and Kenya. The full story details Amy’s Blend, a tribute to Erickson’s passion and dedication, and its impact on the coffee community. Read more about this inspiring collaboration and its far-reaching effects.

Watch the replay of the Webinar sharing information and encouragement for Coffee Producers to apply for Scholarships for the Master in Coffee Economics and Science program with the Ernesto Illy Foundation.

Meet the newest members of the IWCA Board of Directors: Shelby Colley, Beth Spong, and Pacita "Chit" Juan. These accomplished leaders bring diverse expertise and a strong commitment to the coffee industry, enhancing our efforts to empower women throughout the coffee value chain. Join us in welcoming them as we continue to drive strategic growth and positive change.

Discover our key achievements, inspiring stories, and impactful initiatives from the past year. This comprehensive report highlights the progress we've made in empowering women across the global coffee value chain. Dive into the details and see how your support has helped drive sustainable change in the coffee industry. Read the full report now and join us in celebrating our collective successes and continued commitment to gender equality in coffee.

IWCA chapters from Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala have joined forces for the public-private launch of the tri-nations’ practice community, supported by the governments of all three countries and the Hans Neumann Foundation. This collaborative initiative aims to enhance sustainability and innovation in the coffee industry, benefiting farmers and communities across Central America. Discover how this groundbreaking effort is set to transform coffee cultivation and processing in the region.

Join the IWCA Korean Chapter's upcoming webinar on May 16th at 9:00 AM (Korea time) to explore K Coffee Trends. Gain insights into the Korean coffee market structure and consumption trends from industry experts Suenghyun Jade Lee and Armando Sierra Farjardo.