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The Worldwide Women’s Association

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Complaints

Customer Complaints Summary

  • 262 total complaints in the last 3 years.
  • 125 complaints closed in the last 12 months.

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  • Initial Complaint

    Date:04/30/2025

    Type:Service or Repair Issues
    Status:
    Answered
    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    I was contacted by an individual from the organization about membership. They told me there was a one time charge for a lifetime membership. I paid the $250 membership fee and then a month later was charged an additional $450. I have no idea for what because they haven't done anything for me. No services were provided. I did not approve any additional charges. I see they have done this to others. I called the credit card company and they told me it is a "subscription" and this will happen every month.

    Business Response

    Date: 05/07/2025

    Hello *** ******* thank you for reaching out and were sorry to hear about your concern. Ive checked in our system and it looks like our support team already provided a resolution to your inquiry. Your Press Release was cancelled (voided) on the same day it was billed and you were not charged. If you need any further support feel free to respond to the ticket via email.

  • Initial Complaint

    Date:04/29/2025

    Type:Product Issues
    Status:
    Answered
    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    I was contacted by The Worldwide Womens Association and offered a 5-year membership for a one-time payment of $99 USD, which I agreed to and paid. However, I was recently charged an additional $199 USD without my knowledge or consent. I did not authorize this extra payment, nor was I informed of any further charges beyond the original agreement.This unauthorized transaction is deeply concerning and feels deceptive. I am requesting a full refund of both the $99 and the $199 charges. Additionally, I want my credit card information removed from their system, and I do not wish to have any further contact or affiliation with this organization.This experience has raised serious doubts about the legitimacy of this business, and I hope prompt action will be taken to address this issue.

    Business Response

    Date: 05/06/2025

    Hello *** ******* ****** thank you for reaching out and were sorry to hear about your concern.The $199.00 USD payment was authorized by you during the course of your conversation with your membership director on 4/29/2025 for the **************** Release. You cancelled the service on 4/30/2025 and our Finance Team received a dispute from your bank on 5/2/2025 which they did not contest, ergo you have been refunded for that billing by your card issuing bank. We have expunged your details from our billing system as per your request. If you need any further support please contact our team via email.

  • Initial Complaint

    Date:04/29/2025

    Type:Service or Repair Issues
    Status:
    Resolved
    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    Better Business Bureau:

    I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me and the matter has been resolved.

    Sincerely,

    ******** *******



     

    at any sale considered under a subscription means that the merchant can charge without cardholder consent. The *** has established their membership as a subscription service. Never receiving any requested information disclosed in their literature along with the refund policy, I continued to call, email and replied that I did not consent to any charge. On April 17, after preparing this complaint to move forward, my credit card company successfully was able to have the charges refunded. The company did not have to play games like this in trying to steal. Better Business is not predatory, nor does it use people or policies to extort and exploit. This is a national embarrassment-"worldwide" to women.

    Business Response

    Date: 05/07/2025

    Hello *** ******* thank you for reaching out and were sorry to hear about your concern. Ive checked in our system and it looks like you have already been refunded for both your membership and Press Release purchase. Your membership was cancelled and your account closed. Please let us know if you need anything else.

  • Initial Complaint

    Date:04/29/2025

    Type:Service or Repair Issues
    Status:
    Resolved
    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    Better Business Bureau:

    I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me and the matter has been resolved.
     But I still believe the company is full of scheisters and scammers. 

    Sincerely,

    ****** ******



     

    Business Response

    Date: 05/06/2025

    Hello *** ****** thank you for reaching out and were sorry to hear about your concern. Ive checked in our system and it looks like our support team already reached out to you via email on 4/29/2025 in regards to your billing concern. Please let us know if you need any further support.

  • Initial Complaint

    Date:04/29/2025

    Type:Service or Repair Issues
    Status:
    Answered
    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    Worldwide Womens association. Constant back to back harassing calls and texts. The woman today told me they cannot discontinue trying to contact me!!

    Business Response

    Date: 04/29/2025

    Thank you for reaching out and were sorry to hear about your concern. We have placed you on our do not call/do not contact list. Please allow 24 hours for that to take effect.

  • Initial Complaint

    Date:04/28/2025

    Type:Sales and Advertising Issues
    Status:
    Resolved
    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    Better Business Bureau:

    I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me and the matter has been resolved.

    Sincerely,

    ****** ********



     

    Business Response

    Date: 04/29/2025

    Hello *** ******** thank you for reaching out and were sorry to hear about your concern. Ive checked in our system and it looks like our support team responded to your email earlier today and issued a refund for your membership.

  • Initial Complaint

    Date:04/28/2025

    Type:Product Issues
    Status:
    Resolved
    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    Better Business Bureau:

    I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me and the matter has been resolved.

    Sincerely,

    ******** *********



     

    charges as I since realized that they were not a legitimate organization. I also asked for a refund of the original $249 USD which they have not responded to. They put through an additional charge (using a different merchant number) and then refunded it. I've had to change my credit card number to prevent any further attempts from this company.I'd like my $249.00 USD returned and to let you know that they are not a legitimate business. Thank you.

    Business Response

    Date: 05/06/2025

    Hello *** ********* thank you for reaching out and were sorry to hear about your concern. Our Finance Team has cancelled and refunded your membership as per your request. Please allow 2-3 business days for the refund to post back to your account.

  • Initial Complaint

    Date:04/25/2025

    Type:Product Issues
    Status:
    Resolved
    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    Better Business Bureau:

    I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me and the matter has been resolved.

    Sincerely,

    ****** *******



     

    Business Response

    Date: 04/29/2025

    Hello *** ******* thank you for reaching out and were sorry to hear about your concern. Is there any reason you did not send us an email? In your membership receipt we note how we respond to nearly all email inquires within a few hours if contacted same business day. In any event, we have cancelled your membership and issued a full refund as you are well within the canellation policy. Our Finance Team sent you a separate email confirming that the refund will post back to your account in 2-4 business days.

  • Initial Complaint

    Date:04/24/2025

    Type:Product Issues
    Status:
    Resolved
    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    Better Business Bureau:

    I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me and the matter has been resolved.

    Sincerely,

    ****** *******-*******



     

    tment, last email was sent to ***** *. on 4/17/25 asking for a full refund. I have tried calling ************ many times and receive a recording to contact via email at ********************************** I have received an auto response from this email stating they received my inquiry and will respond within 1 business day. I never received ************ Resolve: Business has not tried to resolve or communicate. I have asked for a refund and let them know I was going to contact BBB if I didn't hear back.Advertise: They continue to advertise on LinkedIn as of date.I have tried to upload pictures of emails and it will not let me upload them.I would like a full refund.

    Business Response

    Date: 04/24/2025

    Hello *** ******* thank you for reaching out and were sorry to hear about your concern.Our Finance Team has issued a full refund for your membership as per your request. Please allow 2-4 business days for the refund to post back to your account.

  • Initial Complaint

    Date:04/22/2025

    Type:Sales and Advertising Issues
    Status:
    Resolved
    Resolved:
    The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
    Unresolved:
    The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
    Answered:
    The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
    Unanswered:
    The business failed to respond to the dispute.
    Unpursuable:
    BBB is unable to locate the business.
    Better Business Bureau:

    I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********. I consider this resolved. I encourage additional follow up with the company on their business ethics and practices to prevent others from falling victim to fraud. 

    Sincerely,

    ****** ********



     

    ts. Over 200 complaints already with the same experience.Ive had a similar experience with a moving company a few years ago so I logged into my bank account and turned my credit card off hoping I could beat them to it. I reported it as a fraudulent charge and asked for the card to be cancelled. I responded to the email they provided to cancel the charge and the membership. When calling the number, it says to email the support team. There is no option to speak with someone.

    Business Response

    Date: 04/23/2025

    Hello *** ******** thank you for reaching out and were sorry to hear about your concern. Ive checked in our system and it looks like our support team already provided a resolution to your inquiry. Your membership was cancelled and the payment voided within 45 minutes of when you emailed us yesterday to cancel

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