EVAP - Asociación de Empresarias y Profesionales de Valencia

Women in business and the professions

The Asociación de Empresarias y Profesionales de Valencia (EVAP/BPW Valencia) brings together more than 500 businesswomen and professionals from across Valencia's economy. Founded in 2002, it is part of the international Business and Professional Women (BPW) federation.

Programs and initiatives

• EVAP Awards: Since 2004, the awards have recognized outstanding businesswomen, professionals, and executives for diversity, integrity, and professionalism.
• Equal Pay Day: In 2009, EVAP launched Valencia's observance of Equal Pay Day, a worldwide BPW initiative.
• DONAiDONA: A project promoting the hiring of women who face barriers to employment and raising awareness among businesses.
• Training and networking: Conferences, publications, and professional events on a range of topics.

Community

The association has a board, working committees, and a “Friends” group of men from the business community who support gender equality. Members work in fields including law, consulting, engineering, logistics, finance, and advertising.

Office and contact

The office is at The Terminal Hub, Calle de la Travesía, 46024 Valencia, Spain. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Phone: +34 96 351 17 19. Email: asociacion@evap.es.