The Women’s White Collar Defense Association, founded in 1999, is a global organization of more than 5,000 attorneys and professionals across 51 chapters in 18 countries spanning North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia Pacific.
WWCDA promotes the common business and professional interests of attorneys and professionals who specialize in the representation of corporations, organizations, and individuals facing government enforcement actions—including criminal, civil, regulatory, and administrative matters—as well as internal investigations, compliance, ethics, and related matters.
The WWCDA Awards Gala recognizes and honors leaders who have made exceptional contributions to the white collar and compliance profession while championing equality for all in the field.
A cornerstone of WWCDA’s mission, the awards program spotlights individuals and teams whose impact inspires the global legal and compliance community and advances inclusiveness.
The Gala celebrates these accomplishments and provides a vital platform for elevating awareness of professionals who have made a significant impact. Receiving a WWCDA Award is a lifetime distinction recognized across the profession and celebrated at this signature annual event, where excellence, progress, and the enduring strength of WWCDA’s global community take center stage.