Women In Localization

Women in Localization (W.L.) was founded in 2008 by Silvia Avary-Silveira, Eva Klaudinyova, and Anna N. Schlegel, and is the leading non profit organization for women in the localization industry with over 17,200 professionals registered as members globally and more than 35,350 followers on LinkedIn. Its vision is to be the leading voice in technology and innovation within the localization industry, recognized as the premier platform for mentoring, upskilling, and reskilling programs that empower professionals to overcome barriers and pursue career growth. Its mission is to foster a global, diverse and inclusive community for the advancement of women and the entire localization industry through education and innovation initiatives, such as WeShape AI, a global AI solutions hub that will push the entire field forward. Since starting in the San Francisco Bay Area, W.L. has expanded its membership to include people across the globe, encouraging members to meet in other local geographies. To learn more, visit