Who is a member?
Our members are the local governments of Massachusetts and their elected and appointed leadership.
Women Leading Government will hold its sixth annual conference on March 5 at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester.
The full-day event is designed for women in appointed positions in local government who are interested in advancing their careers and building their management and leadership skills.
The cost is $60, including lunch.
Women Leading Government events are open to all staff in appointed positions in local government.
This year’s conference will feature a watch party for SheLeadsGov’s virtual summit.
Own Your Local Government Influence
8:30-9:15 a.m.
Coffee, Registration, Networking
9:15 a.m.
Opening Remarks
9:30-11 a.m.
Opening Session
A Self-Reflection Journey
The program will open with a self-reflection journey utilizing Daniel Pink’s 2026:Designed workbook. The session will feature presentations, partner activities, and group discussion, and will be led by Massachusetts alumni of the Women in the Civic Arena program.
All registrants are encouraged to watch/listen to this Daniel Pink podcast (26 minutes)
11 a.m.-noon
Brunch
12-12:50 p.m.
Command the Message: Strategic Communication for Women in Leadership
12:50-1 p.m.
Movement Break
1-1:50 p.m.
Influence in Action: Women Leading Through Change
2-3 p.m.
Facilitated Discussion
Location
College of the Holy Cross, 1 College Ave, Worcester
Contact
MMA Senior Member Program Coordinator Denise Baker