Compassion
We lead with care and respond to real community needs.
ABOUT IRON WOMEN NETWORK
Women supporting women. Communities growing stronger.
Iron Women Network is a Daughters of Burma Initiative created to uplift women, children, and underserved communities through health, education, nutrition, wellness, and meaningful connection.
OUR STORY
Rooted in compassion. Built through community.
Iron Women Network was founded by seven women in 2019. What began as a commitment to supporting women and families grew into a broader humanitarian effort, particularly as the COVID-19 pandemic intensified hardship for vulnerable communities.
The organization focuses on women and children affected by conflict, hardship, displacement, and limited access to essential services.
MISSION & VISION
Uplifting people through practical support and connection.
Our Mission
To uplift women, children, and underserved communities through health, education, nutrition, wellness, and meaningful connections.
Our Vision
A world where women, children, and underserved communities are healthy, educated, empowered, and connected.
WHAT GUIDES US
Our Values
These principles shape how Iron Women Network approaches service, partnership, and community.
Community
We believe stronger communities are built through meaningful connection.
Empowerment
We support people in building knowledge, confidence, and opportunity.
Dignity
Every person deserves respect, care, and the opportunity to thrive.
Commitment
We remain dedicated to practical service and sustained community support.
A DAUGHTERS OF BURMA INITIATIVE
Part of a broader commitment to women from Burma and the diaspora.
Iron Women Network is a Daughters of Burma Initiative. The initiative reflects a commitment to cultural pride, mentorship, education, health, and community connection for women from Burma and the diaspora.
Explore Our Work
WHERE WE WORK
Connected across communities.
Iron Women Network maintains connections in Mandalay, Myanmar/Burma, and the United States.
United States Office
1600 Golf Rd., Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
1600 Golf Rd., Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
Mandalay Office
Mahar Mate Yeik Mon, 74 and 29th St., Mauk Mae Lane, Mandalay, Myanmar/Burma
Mahar Mate Yeik Mon, 74 and 29th St., Mauk Mae Lane, Mandalay, Myanmar/Burma
JOIN THE MOVEMENT
Get Involved
There is a place for you in this work.
Learn more, volunteer, partner, or help connect resources to communities that need them.
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Iron Women Network founded?
Iron Women Network was founded by seven women in 2019.
What communities does IWN focus on?
IWN focuses especially on women, children, and underserved communities affected by hardship, conflict, displacement, and limited services.
What is the relationship with Daughters of Burma?
Iron Women Network is a Daughters of Burma Initiative.
Where does Iron Women Network work?
The organization has offices in Mandalay, Myanmar/Burma and Rolling Meadows, Illinois, USA.