Delaware State University Hosts Third Annual Women's Conference
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Posted By: Will Moss on March 31, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Delaware State University Hosts Third Annual Women's Conference, "Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future" Dover, DE -- March 30, 2026 -- Delaware State University's Department of Human Services proudly hosted its third annual Women's Conference, Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future, bringing together students, faculty, and community leaders for a day of empowerment, dialogue, and inspiration. Held at the Martin Luther King Jr. Student Center, the conference convened students, educators, and industry leaders for powerful conversations on leadership, equity, and global impact. The event created space for meaningful dialogue, inspiration, and actionable change in addressing the challenges facing women in leadership roles. Keynote Speaker Highlight The conference featured keynote speaker Yvonne Deadwyler, President & CEO of the New Castle County Chambers of Commerce, who shared insights on women's leadership and creating sustainable change in communities and organizations. The program included intergenerational panel discussions that brought together women from various stages of their careers, fostering mentorship opportunities and knowledge sharing across different professional experiences and perspectives. Delaware State University continues to demonstrate its commitment to elevating the next generation of women leaders through initiatives like this annual conference. The event reflects DSU's ongoing efforts to create platforms for meaningful discourse on leadership development, gender equity, and sustainable practices in both academic and professional settings. The conference served as a catalyst for important conversations about how women can shape a more sustainable and equitable future across industries and communities. Photo credit: Michael Nicholls-Pierce If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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