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Membership – join us today

Why should I join?

Women in Banking & Finance (WIBF) is a volunteer-led social enterprise that has been driving positive change across the financial and professional services industry for more than 45 years. We bring together professionals, organisations and future leaders to create more inclusive workplaces where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

As a WIBF member, you'll become part of a vibrant community committed to supporting your career through meaningful connections, professional development, thought leadership and opportunities to learn, lead and make an impact. Whether you're just starting out, stepping into leadership or looking to give back through volunteering, membership provides access to a network that will support you at every stage of your career.

Choose one of our memberships

MEMBERSHIP TYPE

All Access Membership

£120per year
MEMBERSHIP TYPE

Digital Only Membership

£90per year
MEMBERSHIP TYPE

Mentor

Free to become a WIBF mentor. This level of membership does not include the benefits of paid membership

Student memberships

MEMBERSHIP TYPE

Student Membership

£10per year
MEMBERSHIP TYPE

Student Membership PLUS Ticket to WIBF Live: Northern Ireland 2026

£20per year

Special offer for students who wish to attend WIBF Live: Northern Ireland 2026

What we offer

Events

Our events connect WIBF members from other companies, locations and roles within the sector to build career knowledge, aspirations and their networks.

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Mentoring

Our cross sector mentoring programme gives members access to some of the most talented people within the financial services industry.

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Awards

Our industry acclaimed awards celebrate the achievements of women in financial services, as well as the organisations they work for.

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WIBF Jobs

Our jobs board connects women to organisations committed to supporting diversity, inclusion and equality. We seek to showcase the underrepresented and under-utilised talent in the sector.

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Thought Leadership

Our thought leadership challenges the gender-related gaps and opportunities in talent management and business strategy through the sponsorship of research and the use of insights to provoke a debate about new ideas.

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Networking

Choose from a range of communities in your region or industry to connect with WIBF members throughout the UK  building career knowledge, aspirations and vital networks.

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Find out which membership is right for you

All Access Membership

✔ Access to online events

✔ Access to in-person events (except Socials)

✔ Access to our event archive of previous virtual events and PEPs

✔ Access to our networks and communities

✔ Join our mentoring programme

✔ Opportunities to volunteer with WIBF

✔ Nominate for the WIBF Awards for Achievement

Digital Membership

✔ Access to online events

✔ Paid access to our in-person events

✔ Access to our event archive of previous virtual events and PEPs

✔ Access to our networks and communities

✖  Join our mentoring programme

✔ Opportunities to volunteer with WIBF

✔ Nominate for the WIBF Awards for Achievement

Student Membership

✔ Access to online events

✔ Paid access to our in-person events

✔ Access to specific student events

✔ Access to our event archive of previous virtual events and PEPs

✔ Access to our networks and communities

✖  Join our mentoring programme

✔ Opportunities to volunteer with WIBF

✔ Nominate for the WIBF Awards for Achievement

Did you know...

WIBF as an HMRC Approved Professional Body - therefore your membership cost can be reclaimed on your tax return.

You can reclaim tax on:

  • professional membership fees, if you must pay the fees to be able to do your job
  • annual subscriptions you pay to approved professional bodies or learned societies if being a member of that body or society is relevant to your job
  • annual subscriptions for journals or other publications that have a letter ‘J’ in brackets after the organisation’s name

Corporate Membership

Designed for organisations who would like to nurture and support their employees, as well as retain the best talent.

Become a WIBF Volunteer

WIBF is fueled by amazing volunteers who develop and curate our events, mentoring and pioneering initiatives. You can help us with your expertise. Volunteering also helps you build your personal network. Join our ranks and raise your industry profile.

FAQs

  • If your organisation is a corporate member you will receive a code for discounted membership to register with WIBF. Contact operations@wibf.org.uk if you need the code to be resent to you.

  • Yes! You can pay a guest fee to attend an event. We have a limited number of events that are free for non-members, but generally you will need to join to access this benefit of membership. Those with digital, student and mentor memberships will need to pay as a guest for in-person events.

  • Yes – WIBF welcomes everyone. We value the support of male allies and encourage everyone who shares our mission of advancing gender equity in financial services to get involved.

  • Memberships are non-transferable unless details change within the first two months of membership.

  • Please email operations@wibf.org.uk and a member of the WIBF team will contact you shortly.