Women's Public Leadership Network

Wishing a happy, happy birthday to WPLN Honorary National Co-Chair @MimiWaltersCA, Chief Commercial Officer of Leading Edge Power Solutions & former U.S. Representative! 🎉 Be sure to catch Mimi at the 2026 #WPLNSummit in Philadelphia June 4 + 5 — you won’t want to miss it! ✨

It's not too late to join us in Philadelphia on June 4 and 5 for WPLN's FIFTH National Summit! 🎟️ hubs.la/Q04gnBNQ0

NYT reads shared the advice given to them by their mothers, including: "Always make new mistakes." "It's never too late to start your day over." "It'll quilt out." "The day starts the night before." "Always be kinder than you feel." hubs.la/Q04gbBZh0

What happens when young women show up? Not only do they refine the skills they need to lead, they learn they belong! In a new blog, WPLN Fellow Valerie Hoyos shares how the #WPLNSummit helped her find confidence, community, and clarity about her future ➡️ hubs.la/Q04fQ2J00

“The best portrayals right now are not about generic hot flashes or about a woman feeling ragey or hormonal... It’s about identity. Sometimes it’s about grief; sometimes it’s about power. But I think the most important thing it’s about is the truth.” 🔗 hubs.la/Q04fL1_x0

#MomsOnTheTrail: @RepJenKiggans shares how her experiences as a veteran, military spouse, mom of four, and healthcare provider shaped her path to and roles in leadership. She also shouts out the @SorensenUVA at @UVA... Tune in to find out why! 🎧 hubs.la/Q04fLG_c0

Empowered women empower generations. Here's to all of the women shaping the future. Today we celebrate you — thank you for everything that you do! Happy Mother's Day!

Empowered women empower generations. Here's to all of the women shaping the future. Today we celebrate you — thank you for everything that you do! Happy Mother's Day!

Empowered women empower generations. Here's to all of the women shaping the future. Today we celebrate you — thank you for everything that you do! Happy Mother's Day!

Empowered women empower generations. Here's to all of the women shaping the future. Today we celebrate you — thank you for everything that you do! Happy Mother's Day!

Empowered women empower generations. Here's to all of the women shaping the future. Today we celebrate you — thank you for everything that you do! Happy Mother's Day!

Leadership is "about building people up, spotting potential, and encouraging others to step into leadership too. That’s why women, especially mothers, are some of the most powerful mentors out there." — 2024-25 WPLN Fellow Sarah Harper hubs.la/Q04fWHs00 #MomsOnTheTrail

The founding of the U.S. is one that "explicitly excluded women from its promises & yet one that women have spent the last 250 years reshaping. The next chapter of women’s leadership is still being written. The #WPLNSummit is where you help write it." 🔗 hubs.la/Q04fnclw0

For some, Mother's Day isn't a day of celebration but one of pain, grief, or longing. Whatever the day holds for you, we're sending love and support to all who need it this weekend.

Some takeaways from Ohio's primary elections per @CAWP_RU: 📈 Ohio could elect a woman governor for 1st time 📉 Ohio will remain 1 of 16 states that's never had a woman senator 📉 No GOP women won noms for U.S. House or statewide elective exec offices 🔗 hubs.ly/Q04fLFc-0

💸 Campaign fundraising shapes who can run, compete, & win. @CAWP_RU launched its 1st analysis of the 2026 money race examining how gender, party, incumbency, & donor demographics shape political giving, representation, & political power. Check it out ⬇️ hubs.la/Q04fzz5T0

"Let’s celebrate the moms who lead, support the moms who are considering running for public office, and remember that motherhood is not a roadblock, it’s an asset that shapes extraordinary leaders." — 2024-25 WPLN Fellow Grace Jackson hubs.la/Q04fWJbg0 #MomsOnTheTrail

Moms bring invaluable experience to public service — since every single day they are problem-solvers, community builders, mentors, and leaders! This Mother’s Day, WPLN celebrates women who lead, through our #MomsOnTheTrail series. Follow along ⬇️ hubs.la/Q04fQdrF0

#MomsOnTheTrail flashback: WPLN Fellow Jianna Covarelli on America's Founding Mothers ⬇️ "While often overshadowed by their male counterparts, the Founding Mothers played a crucial role in the American Revolution & establishment of the United States." 🔗 hubs.la/Q04fQc_w0

"It is certainly possible to be a mom and to have a thriving career. It’s just much easier in some places than others." WalletHub used 17 key metrics to rank all 50 U.S. states in terms of how well they support working mothers and their families ⬇️ hubs.la/Q04fz5QF0