The Mission of the Los Angeles and Ventura County Chapter of AWIS is to:

• Foster the personal and professional skills of women so they can become leaders in their field
   
• Support women at all stages of their career through career development workshops, networking
  opportunities, social gatherings, and specific mentoring programs
  
  
• Promote a collegial environment where women from different disciplines and employment sectors
  feel confident to share their experience, advice, and expertise for the benefit of all members
  
  
• Cultivate the next generation of women in science to be confident and ready to pursue their full potential