Whether you are starting a new business or looking to advance your career, the BPWSC is the place to be for working women and women business owners who want to connect, learn and grow personally and professionally.
The benefits of membership in one of the most prestigious associations for women in South Carolina are:
- Advocacy
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The Advocacy and Legislative priorities that are developed at the State level allow you the unique opportunity to be educated on important issues. This education includes information on relevant topics and ideas that can get you involved and get your voice heard by all women throughout South Carolina.
- Education/Career Enhancement
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The local chapters and the South Carolina Federation of Business and Professional Women’s’ Clubs, Inc. work hard to develop and support seminars, workshops and presenters that provide valuable and pertinent information regarding topics and issues important to working women on a professional and personal level.
- Friendships
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The most significant and lasting benefit of being a member is the reward of developing lifelong friendships with your fellow members. Imagine being in a room full of powerful women that are focused and energized on a common cause or issue. There is nothing quite like it. Whether it is laughing or working together, the relationships you make will be long lasting.
- Help Others
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This organization has a strong history of women helping women. Being involved in this group provides you the opportunity to become more involved in your local and South Carolina community. From volunteering at a local not for profit or presenting at a local meeting or attending a state meeting and participating in the process, there are endless opportunities to help other women.
- Make an Impact
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Being part of a statewide group gives you the chance to have an impact in your life, the life of women in your community and the lives of women throughout South Carolina. This impact can be achieved by creating a supportive local community, working on important legislative initiatives or providing important workshops and education programs that will help educate your members.
- Information
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BPWSC strives to get vital information out to our members in a timely manner. Whether it is information on an important development or information on a program sponsored or supported by the organization, the goal is to make sure our members know what is happening and how they can get involved and be heard.
- Leadership
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By becoming an officer at the local and state level, our members can learn valuable leadership skills. Important leadership skills can also be gained by volunteering for committee work at all levels. Strong leadership skills are essential to working women becoming successful in their professional lives.
- Networking
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Exchanging ideas, exploring business opportunities and sharing common goals with other working women is an excellent way to network. These relationships can lead to connections that will help you advance your career or help you to make important career decisions.
- Scholarships
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Awarded annually to members for specific courses, degree programs, or BPW sponsored conferences and functions that enhance the members' career.
- Visibility
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Being involved in an organization that has a local and state network can help you increase the visibility for you and your business. This visibility can lead to important personal and professional opportunities.