WTS International Events
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WTS International Annual Conference
The 2026 WTS International Conference is the premier gathering for advancing women across every sector of transportation. Taking place May 5–7, 2026 in Los Angeles at the Westin Bonaventure, the Annual Conference brings together leaders, innovators, and emerging professionals to share insights and inspire bold leadership. Join the momentum shaping the future of mobility—together, we connect and advance women in transportation.
WTS International Chair's Reception at TRB Annual Meeting
The 2026 WTS International Chair's Reception was held during the Transportation Research Board's (TRB) Annual Meeting in Washington, DC. WTS partners and friends joined this year's reception on Sunday, January 11 at Ciel Social Club, with remarks from Senior Advisor, US Department of Transportation Seval Oz.
2026 Reception photos coming soon!
WTS Chapter Leadership Summit
Thank you for connecting, learning, and leading at the 2025 Virtual Chapter Leadership Summit! From November 12-14, we focused on three key areas—Chapter best practices, leadership, and modes—equipping leadership with fresh ideas and practical tools to strengthen your chapter. From skill-building sessions to thought-provoking discussions, this summit was designed to inspire growth, spark innovative thinking, and help chapters thrive in a changing world.
WTS Signature Leadership Training
WTS Signature Leadership Training prepares women to lead the future of the transportation industry by developing professionally and learning how to manage others effectively; for the advancement of the transportation industry as a whole and for those who use it. Check out the photos from last year's training. 2025 program registration is closed.
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WTS Capital Summit
The WTS Capital Summit, a signature program of the WTS Foundation's Transportation YOU program, offers high school students an opportunity to meet transportation industry thought leaders, government and administration officials, and college students beginning their own career journeys in the industry. The Summit brings both mentees and transportation professional mentors to the Washington, DC area for a 4-day program of tours, lectures, and interactive experiences showcasing careers in transportation. The 2025 Summit was held June 21-27. Check out the Summit Graduation photos!
WTS Distinguished Speaker Series
The WTS International Distinguished Speaker Series highlights the voices of top-level experts, speakers, authors, and academics, speaking on topics crucial to equity diversity, and access in transportation. WTS members, partners, and transportation stakeholders will learn about the history of travel, social justice, designing equitable infrastructure, gender-based policy and research, civil service, and much more.
WTS Workshops & Webinars
WTS International strives to provide opportunities for both professional and personal advancement and development for both members and non-members of our organization. Our workshops and webinars, offered at a discounted rate for WTS members, feature industry experts from all levels and fields of transportation to discuss growth, allyship, corporate responsibility, environmental justice, the future of transportation technology, and so much more. Make sure to register and save the date for our upcoming workshops and webinars from transportation thought leaders. Some sessions are eligible for CM credits from APA.