BPW Cyprus (KOGEE) is a non-governmental, non-politicized, non-profit, non-partisan Organization.

BPW Cyprus (KOGEE – Cyprus Federation of Women Entrepreneurs and Professionals) was founded in 1988 and became a Federation in 1996. It is represented by local Organizations (BPW) in all cities and the BPW English Speaking Club. Women under 35 are represented by the Young BPW committee.

BPW Cyprus is a full member of the International Federation (BPW International), one of the most important networks in its field. The International Federation is represented in a consultative capacity in the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations (ESOSOC), participates in the Council of Europe and the European Women’s Lobby. Membership in a local organization grants the right to membership in the National and International Federation.

Our goals:

Contributing to society by giving women opportunities to:

• Empowerment through the development of their professional and leadership potential
• Ensuring their rights
• Promoting equal opportunities
• Encouraging lifelong learning for education, vocational training, higher education and the development of competencies and skills
• Promoting friendship, cooperation and mutual understanding between Businesswomen and Professional Women of all countries.