A Woman's Worth Conference

The annual A Woman’s Worth Conference (AWWC) will be initiated in the spring of 2007. In an effort to examine contemporary challenges facing African American women and historicize their struggles while also celebrating their contributions to society from a spiritual perspective. Topics are explored through a panel discussion, question and answer session and concludes with a phenomenal keynote speaker. Each year the conference will focus on a theme relevant to the enhancement of African American women in an effort to offer information that can be used to educate and empower them. In order to promote dialogue on theses issues, prominent African Americans from the local and national community are invited to participate in the conference. It is IYMS's goal to involve groups and individuals from both the local and business community as both participants and audience for the conference.