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| Abbreviation | WIMA |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1950 |
| Founder | Louise Scherbyn |
| Founded at | United States |
| Type | Association |
Region | Worldwide |
International President | Zara Strange (2020) |
Key people | Louise Scherbyn - Founder |
| Website | www.wimaworld.com |
The Women's International Motorcycle Association (WIMA) is a motorcycle club established by Louise Scherbyn [1] in 1950 in the United States. [2] Branches began in many countries, including Great Britain (Theresa Wallach was the first international vice president) [3] and Australia [4] where the branch was started by Hazel Mayes. [5] It was the first organization to recognize all women in the sport, [6] and the first ever stand-alone women-led motorcycle association. [7] Currently spanning 39 countries, [8] it is purportedly the largest motorcycle association for women in the world. [9] The group is known for organising annual "Pink Ribbon Rides" to raise awareness for breast cancer. [10]
