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The Albanian Professional Women organization was founded in 2020 by Betira Shahollari in response to feeling as though Albanian women's roles in the professional industry needed a new way to be expanded and encouraged. 

The organization was launched with the purpose of creating an inspiring and supportive culture of Albanian professional women, empowering Albanian women to live purposeful and meaningful lives through their chosen careers, and creating opportunities for personal and professional growth.

From business, healthcare, engineering, to law, education, or entrepreneurship, one of the organization's goals is to bring together and unite Albanian women with different levels of experience working in various industries, in order to create a wide network of support and unity.

 

We believe in the power of community: "Behind every successful woman is a group of women who have her back." Alone, we can only do so much, but together, we can move mountains. 

We believe that Empowered Women Empower Women. Being a member means you are part of something bigger than yourself; part of a growing community of Albanian Women creating a legacy of helping each other for generations to come.

Our Mission

The Albanian Professional Women Organization's mission is to create an inspiring and supportive culture of Albanian professional women, to empower Albanian women to live purposeful and meaningful lives through their chosen careers, and to create opportunities for personal and professional growth.

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Our Vision

We envision a world where Albanian women are educated, have opportunities, and exercise leadership; a world where Albanian women strive to reach their full potential, live their best lives, and thrive in their chosen careers; a world where Albanian women are the authors of their own stories

Our Values

Our Mission


Trust
One of the highest virtues of Albanian people, translated in Albanian as "besa" (word of honor), trust is a foundational layer of our organization. As nothing could exist without trust, we aim to forge truthful and trustworthy relationships among the women of this community.

Education
Acknowledging education as the foundation of personal, professional and societal success, we aim to create educational and professional development opportunities to help women ascend in their respective professional fields.

Unity
The glue of Albanian society, Albanian women have worked tirelessly and selflessly to bring unity, solidarity, and harmony among all Albanians. We aim to bring together professional Albanian women, give them a seat at the table, and together establish a strong community of professional Albanian women in the United States.

Transformation
While change is inevitable, transformation is an intentional choice. We aim to create an environment of experiential learning conducive of growth and transformation, allowing women to purposefully craft their stories of personal and professional success.

Advancement
We pledge to unite efforts in creating a legacy of advancing Albanian women in their respective professional fields.

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