2024 Women's Collective Summit
Overview
APAICS provides a launching point for AA & NH/PI women interested in politics through panels of political experts, networking opportunities, and hearing from AA & NH/PI elected officials. The APAICS Women’s Collective Summit was created to bring powerful AA & NH/PI women together to share, to inspire, and to take bold action towards creating a more representative democracy. The 2024 Summit is a two-day event during which participants are invited to learn in several programs ranging from networking to leadership training to community building.
The 2024 Women's Collective Summit will take place on Friday, June 28, 2024 and Saturday, June 29, 2024 in Seattle, Washington.
2024 Registration Fees
To register, please fill out the link above. Under the cost section, please put the appropriate amount for the package you are selecting. Your cost should reflect the package you registering for.
Standard Rates
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Access to both the 2-day Summit and the Spotlight Awards Dinner will cost $250.
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Access to JUST the 2-day Summit will cost $100.
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Access to JUST the Spotlight Awards Dinner will cost $150.
We have a limited number of student scholarships available. To apply, please email programs@apaics.org and include a copy of your academic transcript.
Student Scholarship Rates
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Access to both the 2-day Summit and the Spotlight Awards Dinner will cost $100.
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Access to JUST the 2-day Summit will cost $50.
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Access to JUST the Spotlight Awards Dinner will cost $50.
Lodging
If you would like to share a Double room at the Women's Collective Summit, APAICS will cover the cost of the room. Please email ivory@ivoryzorich.com for more information. Additionally, for information on discounted hotel room rates for single rooms, please email ivory@ivoryzorich.com.
BREAKOUTS
Articulating Your Self Interest
Empowerment begins with understanding and confidently articulating our own self-interests as women, fostering a culture of assertiveness and advocacy for yourself and your community. In this session, we'll explore in small group and large group discussions about how to determine your north star values and priorities and ways for you to articulate them.
Giving and Receiving Feedback
This session will underscore the vital role of giving and receiving feedback, as it empowers individuals to navigate professional challenges with confidence, fostering a supportive environment where women can thrive and excel. Effective feedback not only enhances individual leadership capabilities but also cultivates a culture of inclusivity and empowerment, enabling people to lead authentically and inspire positive change.
Barrier to Fundraising: Your Relationship With Money
In this session, we'll examine how personal beliefs and emotions surrounding money can hinder fundraising efforts. By reframing perspectives and implementing targeted strategies, attendees will learn to navigate and overcome these barriers, unlocking their full potential to secure meaningful support for their causes.
Your Management Style
This session is a small group discussion on personal management styles, where we'll explore the diverse approaches used to lead and organize their lives. Through candid conversation and shared experiences, we'll uncover the strengths and weaknesses of various management styles, empowering participants to refine their own approaches for enhanced productivity and fulfillment.
Facing Conflict
Engage in a reflective and collaborative small group discussion as we delve into the complexities of managing personal and professional conflicts. Together, we'll uncover insights and experiences that promote healthy conflict management, fostering stronger relationships, and professional growth.
Breaking the Work-Life Balance Myth
Time for real-talk about the realities of work-life balance with us in this intimate small group discussion. Together, we'll unravel common misconceptions and societal pressures surrounding this elusive concept. Through open dialogue and personal reflections, we'll explore ways to redefine balance on our own terms.
2024 Program Preview
PLENARIES
Leading When Democracy is Under Threat
In this plenary session, panelists will share what leadership qualities are vital when democracy is under threat.
Common Ground and Compromise and the Need for Both
Common ground refers to areas of agreement or shared understanding between parties, providing a foundation for cooperation. Compromise, however, involves reaching a resolution in which each party gives up something to meet in the middle and resolve differences or conflicts. While common ground focuses on shared beliefs or interests, compromise involves making concessions to find a mutually acceptable outcome. This plenary session explores these two necessary leadership concepts
Gen Z Leadership
Gen Z is making the steps into the private and public sectors and they are bringing their own expectations and boundaries. In this panel, we will hear from emerging Gen Z leaders share what they need from current leaders to feel supported and succeed.
Multi-racial Allyship
Join us for this plenary session where we explore the critical importance of multiracial allyship and its profound impact for women and gender expansive people of color. Through conversations and sharing of stories, we'll delve into why building cross-racial alliances is essential for advancing the interests and perspectives of women of color. Together, we'll explore how collective solidarity and allyship can break down entrenched barriers, advocate for inclusive policies, and foster a more equitable and representative democracy.
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