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SUMMARY:No Kings Rally
DESCRIPTION:Join Women Employed (WE) and other advocates for a rally and march in downtown Chicago as we show up together again to affirm that there are no thrones\, no crowns\, and NO KINGS in the U.S.A. \nWhen our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink\, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence. America does not belong to strongmen\, greedy billionaires\, or those who rule through fear. It belongs to us\, the people. \nDate: Saturday\, March 28th\, 2026 \nRally Time: 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. \nLocation: Butler Field\, Grant Park \nLive outside of Chicago? Find an event near you: https://www.nokings.org/ \n 
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/no-kings-day-rally-2/
LOCATION:Butler Field\, Grant Park\, East Jackson Drive & South Columbus Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T203105Z
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SUMMARY:Equal Pay Chicago Coalition | Equal Pay Day Rally
DESCRIPTION:Join the Equal Pay Chicago Coalition for an Equal Pay Day rally on March 26\, 2026\, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Daley Plaza as we bring attention to the persistent gender wage gap and call for fair and equitable pay for all workers. \nAnchored by Women Employed\, the coalition brings together organizations\, businesses\, and government partners committed to advancing pay equity in Chicago through advocacy\, education\, and collaboration. \nSpeakers will include Iliana Haven\, Housing Organizer\, Access Living; Sharmili Majmudar\, Executive Vice President of Policy\, Programs\, and Research\, and Starr De Los Santos\, Associate Director of Coalitions\, Women Employed; Dr. Cristina Pacione-Zayas\, Chief of Staff\, City of Chicago; Channyn Lynne Parker\, CEO\, Equality Illinois; and Jane Flanagan\, Director of the Illinois Department of Labor. \nDate: March 26\, 2026 \nTime: 12:00 p.m. — 1:00 p.m. CT \nLocation: Daley Plaza\, 50 W. Washington\, Chicago\, IL \nRegistration: https://bit.ly/3P3mjqO \n \nTogether\, we will raise awareness about wage inequities and continue building momentum toward a future where everyone is paid fairly for their work. \nFor questions or more information please contact Starr De Los Santos\, at sdelosantos@womenemployed.org.
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/equal-pay-chicago-coalition-equal-pay-day-rally/
LOCATION:Daley Plaza\, 50 W. Washington St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20251120T154157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T231251Z
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SUMMARY:Sleigh Your Budget
DESCRIPTION:We’re closing out 2025 with a high-impact financial wellness event to support your savings goals and celebrate the wins. Save the date and join Women Employed’s WE Hub in partnership with the Chicago Housing Authority and Chase for Sleigh Your Budget! Come learn\, earn\, and have some holiday fun! \nDate: Thursday\, December 4th\, 2025 \nTime: Doors open at 5:30 pm\, Kickoff at 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm CT \nLocation: Fosco Park\, 1312 S Racine Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60608 \nRegister HERE today!
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/sleigh-your-budget/
LOCATION:Fosco Park\, 1312 S Racine Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20251105T175253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T190818Z
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SUMMARY:Employer Expo Networking Fair
DESCRIPTION:Connect with top employers and discover your next career move at Women Employed and City Colleges of Chicago‘s Employer Expo Networking Fair — your future starts here! \nJoin us for a full day of informational workshops\, employer panel discussions\, raffles and prizes for the first 100 attendees\, and free lunch! \nWhere: Kennedy King College\, Great Hall \nDate: Friday\, November 21st\, 2025 \nTime: 9:00 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. CT \nRegistration is required. \nReserve your spot HERE today!
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/employer-expo-networking-fair/
LOCATION:Kennedy King College\, 740 W. 63rd St.\, Chicago\, 60621
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20251105T022102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T181931Z
UID:13116-1763125200-1763128800@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:Aspiring to Excellence: Fostering Student Success with Culturally Responsive and Inclusive Pedagogy Program
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the third and final webinar hosted by our ASPIRE Project\, as part of a preview of our Developmental Academy\, set to begin in January 2026. Each webinar connects 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. \nToday’s classroom requires a perspective that exists with one foundational question: How does historical and societal context inform your perspective as a teacher/student/thinker/community member? The Aspiring to Excellence project at Illinois Central College helped their English and math faculty answer this question by incentivizing them to attend a 6-hour multi-workshop session on culturally responsive and inclusive teaching. Additionally\, monthly book club meetings were held to discuss substantive articles and texts related to these pedagogical themes and practices. Currently\, the project is being scaled up to involve other courses at our institution to align with our college vision. \nDate: November 14th\, 2025 \nTime: 1:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m. CT \nRegister HERE today!
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/aspiring-to-excellence-fostering-student-success-with-culturally-responsive-and-inclusive-pedagogy-program/
LOCATION:Virtual\, via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20251021T224440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T224747Z
UID:13114-1761310800-1761314400@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:Building Strong Pathways: Waubonsee’s Summer Bridge Programs and Advising Guide as Models for Developmental Education Reform
DESCRIPTION:Waubonsee Community College‘s Academic Support team has taken a bold\, intentional approach to reimagining developmental education. Through innovative Summer Bridge programs in math and English\, students build early academic momentum while receiving the support needed to succeed. At the same time\, a newly developed advising guide provides staff with clear course-sequencing pathways to help students stay on track and graduate on time. \nThis webinar will take you inside the design and implementation of both initiatives\, highlighting lessons learned\, student impact\, and practical strategies for replication. Participants will engage in hands-on activities and leave with concrete tools\, fresh ideas\, and an adaptable action plan for their own campuses. Whether your college is just beginning its DERA journey or working to strengthen existing efforts\, this session offers both inspiration and a step-by-step roadmap for driving meaningful reform. \nWhen: October 24th\, 2025 \nTime: 1:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m. CT \nRegister HERE today and join us!
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/building-strong-pathways-waubonsees-summer-bridge-programs-and-advising-guide-as-models-for-developmental-education-reform/
LOCATION:Virtual\, via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20251008T203606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T204338Z
UID:13094-1760616000-1760619600@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:Menopause Matters: The Economic Impact of Menopause
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 16th for a conversation about the economic impact of menopause and why menopause matters in the workplace. Employee health and well-being is of critical importance in the workplace for retention\, morale\, and productivity. The natural transition of menopause\, and the ways in which it impacts those going through it\, is finally being talked about more openly.  \nProviding support to employees who experience menopause has significant benefits for employers\, employees\, and society. This webinar will explore the ways that employers can provide responsive workplaces and align business priorities with employee needs through the implementation and communication of supportive policies\, practices\, culture\, and work environments.  \nHear from Women Employed experts:  \nCorinne Kodama\, Senior Research Analyst  \nSharmili Majmudar\, Exec. Vice President\, Policy\, Programs\, & Research  \nGuest Speaker: \nJennifer Gerson\, Reporter at The 19th\, and author of The 19th’s new Menopause Newsletter \nDate: Thursday\, October 16th\, 2025 \nTime: 12:00 p.m. — 1:00 p.m. CT \nRegister HERE today! \nThank you to Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton and our partners at UI Health for partnering with us to host Menopause Awareness Week activities across Illinois\, October 12th-18th. 
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/menopause-matters-the-economic-impact-of-menopause/
LOCATION:Virtual\, via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20251009T020925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T022929Z
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SUMMARY:Menopause Matters: Panel Discussion at HIRE360
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Illinois Menopause Awareness Week event dedicated to breaking the silence around menopause. You’ll hear from panelists about the impact of menopause and the importance of midlife menopause care and research for women. \nEvery woman deserves to navigate perimenopause and menopause with confidence. Whether it’s you or a loved one experiencing symptoms\, this life transition has impacts on all aspects of life.  Join us for a candid conversation on the many changes during this phase of life. You’ll hear from experts in the field on managing symptoms\, treatment options\, and advocating for yourself in the workplace\, healthcare setting\, and beyond.    \nModerator:  Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton \nPanelists: \nPauline Maki\, PhD\, Professor\, Department of Psychiatry and Obstetrics and Gynecology\, UIC \nDirector of the UIC Center on Health\, Awareness\, and Research on Menopause (CHARM) \nMakeba Williams\, MD\, MSCP\, FACOG\, Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology\, Clinical Director of the UIC Center on Health\, Awareness\, and Research on Menopause (CHARM) \nCherita Ellens\, President & CEO\, Women Employed \nDate: Tuesday\, October 14th\, 2025 \nTime: 8:30 a.m. — 10:00 a.m. CT \nPlace: Hire 360\, 2540 S. State St.\, Chicago\, IL\,  \nRegister HERE today! \nThank you to Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton and our partners at UI Health for partnering with us to host Menopause Awareness Week activities across Illinois\, October 12th-18th.
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/menopause-matters-panel-discussion-hire360/
LOCATION:Hire 360\, 2540 S. State St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20250905T155007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T154707Z
UID:13051-1759762800-1759766400@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the Maze: Challenges in Healthcare Career Advancement
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 6th from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. CT to learn the findings from our recently released report\, Navigating the Maze: Challenges in Healthcare Career Advancement. \nThe report investigates the career pathways of women healthcare workers who started in entry-level\, low-paid roles in Chicago\, with a particular interest in Women of Color. \nWe will share our learnings about what these workers experience throughout their journey from education and training to hiring and promotion\, and provide recommendations for healthcare employers\, education and training providers\, and other stakeholders to address the barriers that thwart their goal of long-term economic mobility. \nThis report was made possible by the generous support of JPMorganChase. \nWomen Employed Speakers: \nCherita Ellens\, President and CEO \nCorinne Kodama\, Senior Research Analyst \nEfrata Sasahulih\, Programs and Research Coordinator \nRSVP HERE \nThank you to the healthcare workers who shared their stories with us and helped us understand the complexity and myriad paths of healthcare career journeys. This report would not have been possible without your participation. \nThank you to our Health Care Career Pathway Research Partner Organizations: Chicagoland Healthcare Workforce Collaborative\,Esperanza Health Centers\, Health & Medicine Policy Research Group\, Instituto\, Safety Net Learning Collaborative\, and West Side United.
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/navigating-the-maze-challenges-in-healthcare-career-advancement/
LOCATION:Virtual\, via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20250811T155525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T205627Z
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SUMMARY:Working Women Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Wednesday\, August 13th at 12:00 noon CT for Working Women Wednesdays—an exclusive\, virtual\, Instagram-Live-only event brought to you by our partners at The 75 Million Project. This Wednesday\, Women Employed’s\, President and CEO\, Cherita Ellens will host a conversation with Michigan State Senator\, Stephanie Chang. \nThe Working Women Wednesday series takes a hard look at the broken policies and power structures that define working women’s lives\, and makes the case for bold\, structural change. Because when 75 million women are underpaid\, overworked\, and overlooked\, there should be a law for that. \nFollow us @womenemployed and @stephanielilychang on Instagram for more details and tune in!
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/working-women-wednesdays/
LOCATION:Instagram Live
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20250723T150436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T140846Z
UID:12988-1754645400-1754661600@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:SHESolidarity with Mujeres Latinas en Acción
DESCRIPTION:Women entrepreneurs across Chicago\, this one’s for you!  Join the WE Hub and our partners Mujeres Latinas en Accion for SHEsolidarity 2025\, a bilingual summer gathering rooted in sisterhood\, strategy\, and shared learning. The event will gather women entrepreneurs―especially Black and Latina/x women―and create opportunities for them to connect with Business Service Organizations who can offer valuable support on their entrepreneurship journey. Expect workshops\, speed networking\, and a whole lot of inspiration. Lite breakfast and lunch bites provided!  \nDate: Friday\, August 8th\, 2025\nTime: 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM CT\nLocation: The Graff Studio\, 3527 W Grand Ave.\, Chicago\, IL 60651 \nParticipating Businesses include: \nChicago Urban League\nChase\nEntrepreneurial Development and Leadership Institute (EDLI)\nIllinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (IHCC)\nSmall Business Association (SBA) Illinois\nScore Chicago\nSmall Business Majority Illinois\nWomen’s Business Development Center\nLittle Village Community Foundation\n\nRegistration is required. Please RSVP by Wednesday\, August 6th: https://bit.ly/SHEsolidarity2025 \nFor more information or questions please contact WE Hub Manager\, Raven Hargest at rhargest@womenemployed.org.
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/shesolidarity-with-mujeres-latinas-en-accion/
LOCATION:The Graff Studio\, 3527 W Grand Ave.\, Chicago\, 60651\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20250331T170412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T220343Z
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SUMMARY:The Working Lunch 2025 | Centering Women's Voices
DESCRIPTION:Our signature luncheon\, The Working Lunch is back taking place at the Hilton Chicago! \nThursday\, May 22\, 2025\nNetworking Reception: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nProgram and Lunch: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.\nHilton Chicago\, 720 South Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL \nTable and ticket sales are now open for our signature Spring event\, The Working Lunch!   \nWe invite you to join us on Thursday\, May 22nd at the Hilton Chicago for an afternoon of networking\, honoring\, and celebrating leaders who have dedicated their lives to Centering Women’s Voices. \nWe are meeting this moment with the resolve\, tenacity\, and strategy needed to both push back and to push us forward. We will continue Centering Women’s Voices as we advocate for strategic solutions to fight rollbacks\, advance progress\, and support working women. We will honor and celebrate leaders who have dedicated their lives to Centering Women’s Voices by actively listening\, understanding their experiences\, and bringing their voices to the tables where fundamental and systemic change happens at all levels. \nAre you interested in becoming a corporate or individual sponsor?  \nClick here to learn more about our sponsorship tiers and the different benefits they entail\, or reach out to Jessica Swim at (312) 448-7873 or email her. \nReserve your table and purchase tickets to the event of the Spring season here.
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/the-working-lunch-2025-centering-womens-voices/
LOCATION:Hilton Chicago\, 720 S. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60605
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20230104T193736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T211143Z
UID:11588-1739023200-1739037600@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:Chicago Cider Summit
DESCRIPTION:For the third year\, Women Employed has been selected as the non-profit beneficiary of the 11th annual Chicago Cider Summit Festival!! \nJoin us on Saturday\, February 8\, 2025 with expanded event hours (2:00pm-6:00pm) and the popular Pre-Opening Cider-Cheese-Charcuterie tasting! As always\, the festival will feature nearly 150 selections from more than 40 leading cider\, mead and fruit spirit producers. \nReturning to their original home\, Lakeview Terrace at Navy Pier\, this rooftop venue features a 4-sided bar at its center amid Chicago skyline views. An event store will feature festival merch and extra tasting tickets. And that’s not all! Other features include the 3rd annual Escanciar (Spanish pour) competition. \nThe Pre-Opening Cider-Cheese-Charcutrie Tasting this year we will feature 4 curated pairings featuring Northwest cider\, cheese\, and charcuterie producers. This will take place prior to festival opening from 12:00pm-1:00pm and is limited to 72 participants. You must also purchase either a VIP or General Admission festival ticket in order to be allowed access to the Pre-Opening Tasting. \n*TICKETS ON SALE NOW:\nhttps://www.cidersummitnw.com/chicago \nVIP tickets (limited quantity): $49.99—includes souvenir tasting glass\, 16 tasting tickets\, and admission starting at 1:00pm. \nGeneral Admission: $40-includes souvenir tasting glass\, 12 tasting tickets\, and admission starting at 2:00pm. \nPre-Opening Tasting: $35-includes admission at 12pm for pre-opening cider-cheese-charcuterie tasting. You must also purchase either a VIP or General Admission festival ticket. \n*All event tickets must be purchased online before February 7th\, 2025\n*This event is strictly 21 and over—no exceptions
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/chicago-cider-summit/
LOCATION:Lakeview Terrace at Navy Pier\, 840 E Grand Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20241017T140018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T140122Z
UID:12612-1731060000-1731070800@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:SHESolidarity with Hustle Mommies
DESCRIPTION:Are you a woman entrepreneur in the Chicago area? Looking to launch or grow your own business? Join Women Employed and Hustle Mommies for our SHESolidarity Event on November 8th. The event will gather women entrepreneurs―especially Black and Latina/x women―and create opportunities for them to connect with Business Service Organizations who can offer valuable support on their entrepreneurship journey. \nRSVP required. Please RSVP by Wednesday\, November 6th: https://bit.ly/SHESolidarity
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/shesolidarity-with-hustle-mommies/
LOCATION:CARE Center\, 230 N. Kolmar\, Chicago\, IL\, 60624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20240828T182133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T183635Z
UID:12564-1726680600-1726686000@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:September Advocacy Council
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars and join us for our next Advocacy Council (AC)! The AC is a group of volunteers who organize monthly to network with our personal and professional communities about how to improve the economic status of women\, remove barriers to economic equity and how we can do it TOGETHER. \nWe’re excited to invite you to Women Employed’s FY25 Advocacy Council Kickoff Meeting\, taking place in person on Wednesday\, September 18th\, from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. CT at Women Employed’s offices downtown Chicago\, at 1 E Wacker Drive\, 20th Floor Conference Room\, Chicago\, IL 60601. \nThis meeting marks the beginning of an exciting year for Women Employed. We’ll take a moment to reflect on the incredible wins and successes of FY24 and look ahead to what’s in store for FY25. This year is especially powerful as we harness this moment in history to propel our mission forward—ensuring women have equitable opportunities and a strong voice in shaping the future. \n*Light bites and drinks will be provided as we make time and space to connect with fellow advocates and change-makers. \n*Note: If you’re passionate about attending but absolutely cannot join us in person\, please reach out to Michelle Schwartz at mschwartz@womenemployed.org and we will find a way to include you. \nAdvanced registration is required\, here: https://ow.ly/HC5750T64sQ \nWe can’t wait to see you there and work together to make FY25 a transformative year! \nNever attended? No problem\, join here: https://ow.ly/W3IR50Puwul>
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/september-advocacy-council/
LOCATION:Women Employed\, 1 E. Wacker Place 20th FL\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Council,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20240103T202507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T202507Z
UID:12295-1709222400-1709229600@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:Women's Leadership Symposium on Economic Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to share that the 2nd annual Women’s Leadership Symposium from Roosevelt University will take place on Thursday\, February 29\, 2024\, from 4:00 p.m. to 6 p.m. Natalie Moore\, WBEZ Reporter on Race\, Class and Communities\, will moderate the panel discussion focusing on women’s economic empowerment at Roosevelt’s Chicago campus. \nThe symposium will address economic topics like barriers to accessing capital\, juggling multiple identities such as primary household earner and caregiving\, building wealth and generational wealth\, entrepreneurship\, and the Illinois pay transparency law. Panel participants include: \n— Collete English Dixon\, Executive Director of the Marshall Bennett Institute of Real Estate\n— Maria Chavez\, Managing Director\, Payments Head\, Midwest Region at J.P. Morgan\n— Sharmili Majmudar\, Executive Vice President of Policy\, Programs\, and Research at Women Employed \nReserve your seat today HERE
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/womens-leadership-symposium-on-economic-empowerment/
LOCATION:Roosevelt University\, 430 S. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240221T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240221T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20230810T203658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T222434Z
UID:12103-1708536600-1708542000@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:February Advocacy Council
DESCRIPTION:The Advocacy Council (AC) is a group of volunteers who organize monthly to advocate\, fundraise and friendraise by informing our personal and professional networks about how to improve the economic status of women\, remove barriers to economic equity\, and how we can do it together. \nPlease join us for our next gathering on February 21st\, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. \nPlease register and secure your spot HERE. We look forward to seeing you! \nFor more information\, contact Michelle Schwartz mschwartz@womenemployed.org.
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/march-advocacy-council/
LOCATION:Virtual\, via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Council,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20230810T202704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T222444Z
UID:12100-1706117400-1706122800@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:January Advocacy Council
DESCRIPTION:The Advocacy Council (AC) is a group of volunteers who organize monthly to advocate\, fundraise and friendraise by informing our personal and professional networks about how to improve the economic status of women\, remove barriers to economic equity\, and how we can do it together. \nPlease join us for our next gathering on January 24th\, 2023 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. \nPlease register and secure your spot HERE. We look forward to seeing you! \nFor more information\, contact Michelle Schwartz mschwartz@womenemployed.org.
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/january-advocacy-council/
LOCATION:Virtual\, via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Council,Featured Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231213T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231213T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20230810T200742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T030520Z
UID:12099-1702488600-1702494000@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:December Advocacy Council
DESCRIPTION:The Advocacy Council (AC) is a group of volunteers who organize monthly to advocate\, fundraise and friendraise by informing our personal and professional networks about how to improve the economic status of women\, remove barriers to economic equity\, and how we can do it together. \nPlease join our December Advocacy Council meeting for a brief policy update followed by our end-of-year fundraising call-a-thon! This calling campaign is an opportunity for Advocacy Council volunteers and WE staff to make calls to some of our most reliable supporters\, reminding them to make their year-end gifts. Please join us for our next HYBRID gathering on Monday\, December 13th\, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. \nPlease register and secure your spot HERE. We look forward to seeing you! \nFor more information\, contact Michelle Schwartz mschwartz@womenemployed.org.
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/december-advocacy-council/
LOCATION:As long as it’s safe\, this month’s meeting will be hybrid. Register today and we’ll follow up with meeting details for in-person or virtual.
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Council,Featured Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231127T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231127T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20230810T200403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T201159Z
UID:12098-1701106200-1701111600@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:November Advocacy Council
DESCRIPTION:The AC is a group of volunteers who organize monthly to advocate\, fundraise and “friendraise” by informing our personal and professional networks about how to improve the economic status of women\, remove barriers to economic equity and how we can do it together. \nDuring this month’s meeting\, we’ll celebrate the passage of Paid Time Off through Chicago City Council and break down the details around this historic decision and its impact. We’ll also share ways that you can get involved with and support our fundraising goal on Giving Tuesday! Please join us for our next 💯 virtual gathering on Monday\, November 27th\, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. \nPlease register and secure your spot HERE. We look forward to seeing you! \nFor more information\, contact Michelle Schwartz mschwartz@womenemployed.org
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/november-advocacy-council/
LOCATION:RSVP for Virtual Log-In Details
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Council,Featured Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230714T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20230712T164819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T165201Z
UID:12039-1689325200-1689444000@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:Netroots Nation 2023
DESCRIPTION:Netroots Nation is coming back to Chicago! And we’re thrilled to announce that Women Employed‘s President and CEO\, Cherita Ellens\, is speaking at not one but two panels at Netroots Nation’s 18th convention at the Hilton Chicago.\n\n\n \n\n\n“How To End The Legacy of Economic Slavery: Close The Gender\, Race and LGBTQ+ Pay Gap”\n\n\n— Friday\, July 14th\, 2023\n\n\n— 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. CT \n\n\n \n\n\nThis panel will be moderated by Noreen Farrell\, Executive Director of Equal Rights Advocates.\n\n\n \n\n\nOther panelists include:\n\n\n— Saru Jayaraman\, President of One Fair Wage.\n\n\n— Monica Ramirez\, Founder/President\, Justice for Migrant Women; Co-founder\, The Latinx House\, Poderistas\, and Alianza Nacional De Campesinas.\n\n\n \n\n\n“Shifting The Narrative Around Philanthropy: Escaping the Scarcity Mentality”\n\n\n— Saturday\, July 15th\, 2023\n\n\n— 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. CT\n\n\n \n\n\nThis panel will be moderated by Sade Dozan\, Chief of Development and Operations at Caring Across Generations.\n\n\n \n\n\nOther panelists include:\n\n\n— Stacy Kono\, Executive Director at Hand in Hand: The Domestic Employers Network.\n\n\n— Krista Scott\, Senior Program Officer at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.\n\n\n— Choua Vue\, Program Officer at the Care for All With Respect and Equity (CARE) Fund.\n\n\n \n\n\nNetroots Nation is three days of engaging programming\, July 13-15\, at the Chicago Hilton. Their conference offers more than 140 hours of panels\, trainings\, keynotes\, and fun social events. For more information on this event\, including how to get tickets\, click here: https://registration.socio.events/e/netroots23
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/netroots-nation/
LOCATION:Hilton Chicago\, 720 S. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60605
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Netroots Nation":MAILTO:registration@netrootnation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230628T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230628T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20230315T190534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T175108Z
UID:11819-1687953600-1687959000@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Council Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:The Advocacy Council is WE’s volunteer group that meets to mobilize\, advocate\, inform\, and “friendraise” and fundraise to advance the movement for women’s economic equality. RSVP is required. \nSave the date\, mark your calendar\, and set your alarm! ⏰ \nThis month’s Advocacy Council meeting is a fully virtual Lunch & Learn with our 2023 Pattis Family Foundation Summer Leadership Program Cohort. Join us on Wednesday\, June 28th\, from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CT to meet our 2023 class of interns and hear from current and recent college grads about their own experience with many of the issue areas that WE lead\, including financial aid\, student debt\, accessing student supports and more! \nWe hope to see you there and bring a friend or two! Click here to register! \nFor more information\, contact Michelle Schwartz mschwartz@womenemployed.org
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/advocacy-council/
LOCATION:RSVP for Virtual Log-In Details
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Council,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230525T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230525T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20230226T192149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T171910Z
UID:11755-1685014200-1685021400@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:The Working Lunch-Celebrating 50 Years!
DESCRIPTION:Our 50th anniversary signature luncheon\, The Working Lunch is back in person taking place at the Palmer House Hilton! \nThursday\, May 25\, 2023\nReception: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nProgram: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.\nThe Palmer House Hilton\, 17 East Monroe Street\, Chicago \nTable and ticket sales are now open for The Working Lunch!  This year we’re celebrating Smashing the Status Quo for Working Women! And that’s not all. We will also be honoring people and organizations who are blazing trails and demonstrating their commitment to boldly Smash the Status Quo to advance economic equity for women\, and to raise the floor and make an impact at the intersection of gender and race! \nAre you interested in becoming a corporate or individual sponsor?  \nClick here to learn more about our sponsorship tiers and the different benefits they entail\, or reach out to Christina Perez at (773) 739-6165 or email her. \nTo learn more and purchase tickets to the event\, click here.
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/the-working-lunch-celebrating-50-years-of-smashing-the-status-quo/
LOCATION:The Palmer House\, 17 E. Monroe\, Chicago\, IL\, 60603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230221T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230221T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20221201T221921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T234325Z
UID:11543-1677000600-1677006000@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Council
DESCRIPTION:The Advocacy Council is WE’s volunteer group that meets to mobilize\, advocate\, inform\, and “friendraise” and fundraise to advance the movement for women’s economic equality. RSVP is required. \nRegister today and let us know if you’ll participate in-person or virtually to ensure we get enough snacks! We’ll follow up with instructions for attending at WE’s office at 1 E. Wacker Drive\, Chicago and/or logging on with the Zoom link. \nFor more information\, contact Michelle Schwartz mschwartz@womenemployed.org
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/advocacy-council-meeting-2-21-22-2/
LOCATION:As long as it’s safe\, all meetings will be Hybrid: WE’s Office at 1 E. Wacker Drive and Zoom. Register today and we’ll follow up with meeting details for in-person or virtual.
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Council,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20221201T221802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T144209Z
UID:11539-1670950800-1670958000@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:End of Year Calling Campaign
DESCRIPTION:The Advocacy Council is WE’s volunteer group that meets to mobilize\, advocate\, inform\, and “friendraise” and fundraise to advance the movement for women’s economic equality. RSVP is required. \nRegister today and let us know if you’ll participate in-person or virtually to ensure we get enough snacks! We’ll follow up with instructions for attending at WE’s office at 1 E. Wacker Drive\, Chicago and/or logging on with the Zoom link. \nFor more information\, contact Michelle Schwartz mschwartz@womenemployed.org
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/advocacy-council-meeting-12-13-22/
LOCATION:As long as it’s safe\, all meetings will be Hybrid: WE’s Office at 1 E. Wacker Drive and Zoom. Register today and we’ll follow up with meeting details for in-person or virtual.
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Council,Featured Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221101T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221101T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20221025T175750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T224755Z
UID:11459-1667322000-1667332800@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:Pitch Like a Mom – North Lawndale Edition
DESCRIPTION:The Hustle Mommies is about to turn 10 years old and what better way to celebrate it than to give Hustle Mommies the bag? Hustle Mommies is hosting their first ever pitch competition PITCH LIKE A MOM where FIVE MOMPRENUERS FROM NORTH LAWNDALE will be competing for up to $50\,000 for their businesses!  \nHUSTLE MOMMIES TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION: WHO ELSE CAN PITCH BETTER THAN A MOM FOR HER BUSINESS? NOBODY! Join the Hustle Mommies and their partners at TECH RISE\, Women Employed and our hosts at BBF Family Services on Tuesday November 1st for a SHARK TANK STYLE commotion where FIVE NORTH LAWNDALE MOMPRENUERS will be competing for a chance to win up to $50\,000 for their businesses! WE’s own President and CEO Cherita Ellens will serve as one of three judges! \nHUSTLE MOMMIES ROW will also be available\, where you can shop with Black mom owned businesses\, food\, music and a good time! Mark your calendars and email info@hustlemommies.org for more details! #HustleMommies \nNO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Event is open to the public.
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/pitch-like-a-mom-north-lawndale-edition/
LOCATION:Building Brighter Futures Center for the Arts\, 1512 S. Pulaski\, Chicago\, IL\, 60623\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221018T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221018T183000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20220901T210236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T165249Z
UID:11361-1666112400-1666117800@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Advocacy Council is WE’s volunteer group that meets to mobilize\, advocate\, inform\, and “friendraise” and fundraise to advance the movement for women’s economic equality. RSVP is required. \nRegister today and let us know if you’ll participate in-person or virtually to ensure we get enough snacks! We’ll follow up with instructions for attending at WE’s office at 1 E. Wacker Drive\, Chicago and/or logging on with the Zoom link. \nFor more information\, contact Mary Kay Devine mdevine@womenemployed.org
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/advocacy-council-meeting-10-18-22/
LOCATION:As long as it’s safe\, all meetings will be Hybrid: WE’s Office at 1 E. Wacker Drive and Zoom. Register today and we’ll follow up with meeting details for in-person or virtual.
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Council,Featured Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20220908T193931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T140406Z
UID:11384-1665045000-1665052200@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:Silenced No More
DESCRIPTION:Join Women Employed for a conversation with leaders and advocates about how the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act―first introduced by Congresswoman Bustos― restores power to survivors of sexual assault and sexual harassment\, and how this law provides survivors the opportunity to seek justice and public accountability in the light of day. \nGuests will learn more about what this new law means\, how it impacts them\, and their rights to pursue justice and seek the legal remedy that works best for them. \nFeaturing:\n•	Congresswoman Cheri Bustos\, U.S. Rep\, IL-17\n•	Cherita Ellens\, President and CEO\, Women Employed\n•	Tanuja Gupta\, Technologist and Activist\n•	Carrie Ward\, Chief Executive Officer\, Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault (ICASA) \nRegistration is required for this free\, in person event.  Click here to register.  \nRegistration 8:30-9:00 a.m. \nProgram 9:00-10:00 a.m.  \nNetworking 10:00-10:30 a.m.   \n1 E. Wacker Drive\, Suite 2015 (20th Floor Conference Center)\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601 
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/silenced-no-more/
LOCATION:Women Employed\, 1 E. Wacker Place 20th FL\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220629T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20220614T194956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T194956Z
UID:11223-1656511200-1656514800@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:Creating a more equitable recovery: Addressing the economic barriers COVID-19 exacerbated for women in Chicago
DESCRIPTION:The COVID-19 pandemic revealed pain points in our economy and safety net systems (or lack thereof). We can no longer look away\, avoid nuanced discussions\, or fail to acknowledge the deeply rooted racial and gender disparities that exist in the labor market. \nInspired by the advocacy of the Mayor’s Women’s Advisory Council\, a collaborative team across the Mayor’s Office\, World Business Chicago\, Women Employed\, and Civic Consulting Alliance is releasing a report detailing the impact of COVID-19 on women\, and particularly women of color\, in the workforce. \nPlease join us for a virtual event on Wednesday\, June 29th\, from 2-3pm Central time to hear key takeaways from the report\, as well as a discussion from a panel of experts on the pandemic’s impact and how we can all work together to create a more equitable recovery. \nCity of Chicago Department of Family & Support Services Commissioner Brandie Knazze will moderate the panel\, which will include: \n\nAi-jen Poo\, President at National Domestic Workers Alliance\nCamille DiCicco\, Director of Social Impact at Discover Financial Services\nCherita Ellens\, President and CEO at Women Employed\nMatt Bruce\, Executive Director at Chicagoland Workforce Funder Alliance\nLisa Bly-Jones\, CEO at Chicago Jobs Council\n\nClick here to register\, and share this event with those in your network who may also be interested!
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/creating-a-more-equitable-recovery-addressing-the-economic-barriers-covid-19-exacerbated-for-women-in-chicago/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220622T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220622T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T053732
CREATED:20190509T113824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220525T212543Z
UID:2478-1655899200-1655904600@womenemployed.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Advocacy Council is WE’s volunteer group that meets to mobilize\, advocate\, inform\, and “friendraise” and fundraise to advance the movement for women’s economic equality.  RSVP required to Amanda Sousa at asousa@womenemployed.org for the virtual meeting details. \nAt this meeting\, the group will hear from members of the WE’s Pattis Family Foundation Summer Leadership Program about their first-hand experiences of the challenges and barriers they face while pursuing their degrees and certificates. They will offer insights on the specific types of programs and supports that are effective in helping them succeed\, including measures WE advocates for—which we’ll share updates on. Please invite friends and RSVP for the June gathering!
URL:https://womenemployed.org/event/advocacy-council-meeting-4-2/
LOCATION:RSVP for Virtual Log-In Details
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Council,Featured Event
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