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ATHENA International is a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit catalyst for developing diverse, transformative leaders who create a balance in leadership voices worldwide. We Ignite, Amplify and Celebrate girls, women and allies through experiential programs that empower them to discover and activate the transformative leader within.

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Igniting the Leadership Potential in Tomorrow’s Leaders

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The ATHENA Leadership Institute™ offers empathy-based and collaborative programs that give individuals, corporations, and organizations the tools and knowledge needed to grow a global community of transformative leaders.

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Celebrating Diverse and Transformative Leaders, Worldwide

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Our prestigious global, national and community ATHENA Leadership Awards recognize outstanding women, pioneering leaders, and organizations. We celebrate those who embody the Eight Principles of Enlightened Leadership™ and open doors of leadership opportunity to women and girls around the world.

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Amplifying Emerging Leaders with the Support They Need to Succeed and Thrive

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ATHENAPowerLink® is an innovative, national mentorship program that connects selected women entrepreneurs with an advisory board tailored to fit their needs and grow their businesses.

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