About

Women In International Security (WIIS) is the premier organization in the world dedicated to advancing the leadership and professional development of women in the field of international peace and security. In February of 2019, several members of GSPIA's staff, faculty, and student body came together to apply for a Pitt Seed Grant in order to form a regional chapter of the international organization WIIS, also known as Women in International Security. 

WIIS - Global

WIIS sponsors leadership training, mentoring, and networking programs as well as substantive events focused on current policy problems. Learn more about our parent organization.

WIIS - Pitt

GSPIA's staff, faculty, and student body came together to apply for a Pitt Seed Grant in order to form a regional chapter of the international organization WIIS, also known as Women in International Security.  Learn about how WIIS-Pitt came to be and our mission for the region.

Our Partnerships

We partner with a variety of schools, institues and departments to give a broad range of support. Learn about these research organizations we partner with.