Women’s Leaders Initiative (WLI)

The Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI) was established in 2011 as a global programme of the Urban Land Institute. Today it has an active global Steering Committee in addition to 40 chapters in numerous countries around the world. The global WLI leaders support local programming and initiatives, helping to increase both the number and visibility of more women leaders throughout ULI’s vast network.

There are currently 7 National Councils around Asia Pacific with active WLI groups, they are: Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Philippines, Japan, China and South Korea.

Women leaders from all over Asia Pacific gather at a WLI Reception at ULI Asia Pacific Summit

Mission

The mission of the WLI is expressed in its four primary objectives:

  • Promote the advancement of women, throughout their careers, as leaders in the real estate industry.
  • Increase the number of women who serve in leadership positions in the real estate industry and in ULI.
  • Increase the visibility of women leaders in the real estate industry and in ULI.
  • Increase the number of women who are active ULI Full members, and support the development of young women members as leaders in ULI and in their professions.

WLI China Mainland hosts numerous events each year, with inspiring speakers and valuable social networking opportunities. Members gain lifelong connections, an opportunity to further the mission of WLI, and visibility as a leader in the industry.

Get Involved

Are you interested in making connections with successful, strong professional women in the land use and real estate industry? Already a ULI member and finding yourself in need of a mentor or advocate to help navigate through this typically male-dominated field? Contact ULI China Mainland at [email protected] to find out how you can be involved with WLI’s work.