Cal Women's Network (CWN)

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Mission & Purpose

The Cal Women's Network is dedicated to building an inclusive and dynamic community for all who experience life through the lens of a woman—in body, spirit, identity, past, present, future, and fluid. Our mission and purpose are to empower, support, and uplift our members by fostering collective learning, professional advancement, and personal growth. We achieve this by creating meaningful connections, offering enriching opportunities, and championing the diverse experiences that reflect the strength, diversity, and potential of women at Cal. 

Goals: 

1. Empowerment:

Provide tailored professional development and mentorship programs that equip members with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to pursue leadership roles and achieve their personal and career aspirations. Our goal is to ensure that every member has access to resources and opportunities that empower them to reach their fullest potential.

2. Community:

Build and sustain a welcoming and inclusive community where all members feel a sense of belonging and support. We aim to create an environment where diverse experiences and perspectives are celebrated, and where members can engage in meaningful dialogues, collaborate on initiatives, and support each other's growth.

3. Connection:

Foster strong, lasting connections among members by organizing regular networking events, social gatherings, and collaborative projects. Our goal is to    facilitate opportunities for members to build relationships, share experiences, and create a network of support that extends beyond their time at Cal.

Sponsors

Katherine (Kathy) A. Yelick, Vice Chancellor for Research

Lasana Hotep, Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging


CWN Newsletter

People put their hands in together as if they are "all in." (Many have very pretty fingernails!)

Read the June 2024 CWN newsletter

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A complete archive of CWN newsletters is accessible here.

Welcome! We're glad you're here. 

Ways to Connect

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Email calwomxn@berkeley.edu

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Upcoming Events

Leadership

2024 - 2025 Steering Committee

Chair
Gina R. Garcia
 (she/her)
Senior Associate Director, Employer Relations
MBA Career Management Group 
Haas School of Business
ginagarcia@berkeley.edu
linkedin.com/in/ginargarcia

Professional Development & Education Chair
Jolie Lam
Program Director  / CITRIS Health
Center of the Information Technology Research for the Interest of Society (CITRIS) and the Banatao Institute
jolie.lam@citris-uc.org
linkedin.com/in/jolielllam

Communications and Outreach Chair
Molly Hafer
 (she/they)
Senior Development Associate, Engagement
College of Computing, Data Science, and Society
mhafer@berkeley.edu
linkedin.com/in/molly-f-hafer

Community & Social Programs Chair
Eve Letendre
 (she/her)
Program Coordinator
Film and Media and Rhetoric departments
evelet@berkeley.edu
linkedin.com/in/evelet

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging & Justice (DEIJB) Chair
Natasha (Sunni) Sandeford (she/her/hers)
Dean's Academic Personnel Analyst
Berkeley School of Education, Academic Personnel Office
nsandeford@berkeley.edu 
linkedin.com/in/natasha-sandeford-25a1894b

Membership & Assessment Chair
Janelle Spark
 (she/they)
Assistant Director for Haas Employer Engagement
Haas School of Business & Berkeley Career Engagement
jspark508@berkeley.edu
linkedin.com/in/janelle-spark

Program Manager Chair
Julie C. Moss (she/her)
Instructional Designer
Berkeley Public Health
juliecmoss@berkeley.edu
linkedin.com/in/juliecmoss

Historian
Aisha Hamilton (she/her/hers)
Creative Project Manager & Designer
Library, Library Communications Office
aishahamilton@berkeley.edu
linkedin.com/in/aisha-hamilton-72b3a2188/