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Why Attend WCC Events?

WCC events connect you with changemakers, amplify underrepresented voices, and turn ideas into real policy impact at the city and state level.

By attending, you’ll gain civic skills, learn from experts, and collaborate on solutions to pressing social justice issues. You’ll also join a network that influences policy, helps shape civic solutions, and works with institutions to co-create strategies that drive meaningful, lasting progress.

Most importantly, you’ll be part of a trusted community working to advance women and strengthen communities across New York City.

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Browse all events in your area and join our community.

We feature WCC events, co-hosted events, partner events, and external events that support and promote women’s rights and civic engagement in NYC.

Black Women Writer's Story Lab

Our Story Lab is an immersive, discussion-based class for Black women writers to study short fiction and apply it directly to their own work.

Apr. 04 2026 1:00 pm Online Event

WWA Female Entrepreneurs & Founders Expo

Browse and shop products and services from 30+ women-led businesses at WWA's Annual Female Founders & Entrepreneurs Expo.

Apr. 18 2026 10:00 am Bryant Park Hotel

WCC Symposium: Rethinking Affordability

In the Rethinking Affordability by WCC symposium, explore economic pressures on women & gender-expansive workers and solutions for equity.

May. 07 2026 9:00 am LeFrak Theatre Barnard College

2026 Celebrating Women® Breakfast

The Celebrating Women® Breakfast embodies the spirit, strength, and resilience of The New York Women’s Foundation community.

May. 13 2026 8:00 am New York Marriott Marquis

Symposium

WCC Symposium: Rethinking Affordability

On May 7, 2026 we are co-hosting the 'Rethinking Affordability’ symposium with Women.NYC and supported by JPMorganChase and Barnard.

This symposium is part of WCC’s 2026 issue-specific convening series, which provides deeper, focused exploration of the critical challenges surfaced at the State of NYC Women Conference, advancing cross-sector solutions rooted in research, lived experience, and action.

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: LeFrak Theatre at Barnard College, 200 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024
Learn more: explore individual tickets, the agenda, get to know the speakers, learn about the sponsors, read the FAQs, and register to attend.

Testimonials

See what attendees are saying about our events.

'I realized I have a voice, and I need to use it. Right now, I feel more motivated than ever to make change happen.'

Workshop Participant

Empowerment Workshop Jun. 2023

'After the symposium, I felt fired up to take action. There was so much research shared, and I’m excited to see how it turns into real change. Feeling inspired and ready to see what we can do as individuals.'

Conference Attendee

Power of Participation Symp Apr. 2025

'I knew the story and that women make less, but the screening hit me even harder. We’ve made progress, but there’s still a long way to go. It’s scary, but inspiring with women like this out there.'

Participant

Lilly Legacy Screening Jul. 2025

'For its 110th anniversary, Women Creating Change reminded us all of why the organization was created and the importance of Women to the future of our city and our democracy.'