This fall, our ASPIRE Project will host three webinars as part of a preview of our Developmental Academy, set to begin in January 2026. The previews will consist of three webinars (September, October, and November), with each webinar connecting to one of three tracks tied to the academy: Developmental Education Reform Act (DERA) information and technical assistance, college mentorship, and Racial Equity and Inclusion work.

Join Women Employed and Almy Education for the first webinar on Friday, September 12th at 1:00 p.m. CT. Led by ASPIRE math consultant Dr. Kathleen Almy, this webinar will provide an inside look at how Illinois institutions are transforming developmental education to better serve students. There, we’ll share lessons learned from the first phase of DERA implementation, highlight what’s working, as well as what still needs attention. We will also explore campuses’ levels of interest in joining a future version of this type of cohort. If you work in higher education in Illinois, come discuss what supports and services your institution needs to continue advancing equity and student success work statewide.

Date : Friday, September 12, 2025

Time : 1:00-2:00 pm CST

Click here to register

Greetings Women Employed Councils!

It’s time to get social!

We invite you to join us for our joint Advocacy and Marketing Council Fall Kick-Off Social on Wednesday, September 17th from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. This in-person-only gathering will take place at Women Employed’s office at 67 E. Madison, Suite 2000, Chicago, IL, and will focus on community building, an update on FY 26 priorities, our Salary Transparency public education campaign, and more!

Registration is required. Please RSVP HERE by Monday, September 15th.

For questions, please contact Racquel Fullman, at rfullman@womenemployed.org.

We look forward to an engaging experience with you all as we close out summer and head into fall.

See you on the 17th!