She Matters Equity Forum

The Phoenix Women’s Commission and YWCA Metropolitan Phoenix are proud to organize the She Matters Equity Forum, an event designed to address equity issues and promote wellness and empowerment for women in the workforce.

The event features a light breakfast, keynote speeches, panel discussions from industry experts, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities

This event is open to all members of the public, including all genders.

City of Phoenix Employees Earn Triple Diversity Points. In addition to registering for the event, City employees must register at PHXYOU to receive points (course name EOD126-ITL-PWC She Matters Equity Forum).

Community vendors are invited, register to become a vendor here!

Date: Friday, March 7 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Location: Park and Ride – 19th Ave. & Dunlap

Address: 1927 W. Dunlap Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85021

Tentative Event Timeline:

  • 8:30-9:00 am: Registration, Vendor and Resource Fair
  • 9:00 am: Introductions
  • 9:45 am: Keynote & Panel Discussion
  • 10:35 am: Breakout Session of Choice
  • 11:35 am: Lunch & Networking

Questions? Please contact Natalie at [email protected].

Keynote Speaker

Mayor Kate Gallego will set the tone for women’s empowerment as the second elected female mayor in Phoenix history and one of the youngest big city mayors in the United States.

There will be four breakout sessions to choose from covering topics including leadership development, financial empowerment, diversity and inclusion, pay equity, mental health, and community engagement. Topics include:

  • Building Emotional Resilience: Creating safe spaces for mental well-being.
  • Empowering Financial Healing: Building lasting security.
  • Empowering Your Career at Every Stage
  • How to Bloom in the Face of Adversity

This event is made possible through community partnerships.

There are many ways to get involved with YWCA Metropolitan Phoenix