WELCOME to the NAWBO-California website, the powerhouse of information and access for the 1,249,343 women in California who own businesses, employ nearly 1.4 million people and generate $406 billion in sales (2004 Center for Women's Business Research).

NAWBO-CA is a consortium of chapters located throughout California. We are part of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), a nationwide women's business organization with 80 chapters throughout the United States.

CONNECT with a local chapter website in your area, attend a meeting, and learn for yourself the valuable resources and educational opportunities available to you. Individual chapters offer specific area benefits. See chapter list below.

This search mechanism enables women business-owners to monitor and educate themselves regarding important legislation that will impact business here in California. Click on the links provide on the left navigation to enter your particular area of interest.

To learn more about about NAWBO's National's platform read the information below:

Download the NAWBO Public Policy Issues Guide
NAWBO Internet Resources for Public Policy Issues Affecting Women Business Owners