Program Schedule

Introduction
Arrive, meet fellow participants, attend journal writing workshop.


Eleanor Roosevelt’s Life & Example
Explore the legacy of a great woman who challenged bias and created a universal human rights agenda.

The History of Feminism
Learn women’s history, team building and how to overcome obstacles on the path to female leadership.

Working for Human Rights, United Nations
Travel to New York City: private tour of the UN, meet with senior UN women.

Personal Responsibility
Attend sessions on: self-image and sexuality, conflict resolution, networking, and coalition building.

Social Justice
Develop a social agenda, participate in service projects to address domestic violence, eldercare or children’s rights.

Citizenship and Civic Participation
Visit the NY State Capitol at Albany, learn to lobby and make a difference.

You as a Leader
Establish mentoring relationships, meet accomplished women leaders.

Looking Ahead
Set goals with newly acquired skills as an activist and civic leader.

 

"I learned so much about myself, and about Eleanor Roosevelt. I feel that I grew upa lot during that week, and I hopeI can share my experiences with others."

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