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Network Certification Program

The 2026 Network Certification
Process is Open

Women’s Council Network certification recognizes and rewards the most active local and state networks that achieve five key benchmarks of network excellence, exceed basic charter requirements per their national affiliation, and provide outstanding member service.

WHO
Should Apply:

The current President of all local and state networks should apply.

WHEN
to Apply:

The application period will be open August 3 – October 1, 2026.

HOW
to Apply:

Network leaders will complete the appropriate application when it is available.

The Application

The 2026 Network Certification Applications are now available!

Networks will fill out an application, which serves as a self-assessment tool to determine whether the network is meeting (and exceeding) basic benchmarks that adhere to both the network model and completion of tasks and achievements that meet and exceed standards.

Certified Networks are recognized:

At the awards ceremony during the National Conference in November.

On wcr.org as a Certified Network.

Questions?

National aims to assist you in achieving certification. Any questions should be emailed to wcr@wcr.org.