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Events
MoCo EmpowHER Events for 2024-2025 School Year
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Past Events:
Open Mic Night (4/28/2025)
We had an amazing night of performances and fun at Walter Johnson High School!
Intercultural Celebration (3/26/2025)
In collaboration with community groups, we displayed food, fashion, and incredible guest speakers at our first ever Intercultural Celebration!
How to be an Advocate (2/24/2025)
We heard from experts and student advocates to gain skills for youth advocacy, from lobbying to public speaking.
Cupcake Retreat (2/12/2025)
Leadership institute graduates and our student liaisons decorated cupcakes and fostered a fun and collaborative environment to advance our impact throughout Montgomery County!
Ice Skating Fundraiser (12/15/2024)
We met at the Rockville Town Center for some fun ice skating to raise funds for future MoCo EmpowHER events!
Service Event (12/12/2024)
We partnered with the Rainbow Shelter to spread cheer to women in need!
Supply Drive (12/2024)
We partnered with the Rainbow Shelter to donate hygiene products, school supplies, and more in order to establish a safe environment for women in need.
StrongHER Through Self-Defense (11/19/24)
We were visited by speakers from the StrongHER Initiative who gave an amazing presentation on personal safety and self-defense. The event culminated in a hands-on training experience to practice real combat skills!
Women in Cinematic Arts (10/17/24)
We had the opportunity to connect with panelists who have gained experience in directing, screenwriting, animation, and more through art and film!
College Prep Panel (9/24/24)
We met with MoCo EmpowHER alumni and college admissions experts to learn about the college application process!
Open Mic Night (5/3/24)
We hosted our third annual Open Mic Night at Gaithersburg high school! We had so many talented singers, poets, musicians, and dancers. The event was a great success with loads of snacks and a fun night of karaoke!
Leader's Luncheon (3/8/24)
We were so honored to host our very first EmpowHER Leaders Luncheon on International Women’s Day this year to celebrate and honor many amazing students leaders around the county with presentations, discussions, and lovely food. Thank you to everyone who made this event possible—our planners, our presenters, and our attendees. We hope to see everyone again next year :)
Cupcake Retreat (2/10/2024)
MoCo EmpowHER hosted a fun-filled Cupcake Retreat where we broke into small groups and planned for future EmpowHER activities. Participants each decorated a cupcake themed for Valentine's day and networked with others!
Women in STEM (1/17/2024)
MoCo EmpowHER is held their virtual Women in STEM Event in January this year! Panelists included esteemed professionals and accomplished college students from the field. Participants also participated in an exhibition section where they talked one-on-one and engaged in fun activities with our panelists and STEM clubs from around MoCo.
Women in Law (11/13/2023)
MoCo EmpowHER kicked off this year's "Women In" series with Women in Law! Participants engaged with a panel of 3 successful women in the field of law (from left to right, top to bottom): Ms. Margaret Ruddman, a BIA accredited and licensed attorney in Maryland; Ms. Sharon Johnson, the president of the Women's Bar Association of Maryland; Ms. Raynna Nkwanyuo Anyangwe, co-chair of co-chair of the Montgomery County Committee of the Montgomery County Committee of J. Franklyn Bourne Bar Association.
Open Mic Night (04/25/2023)
MoCo EmpowHER hosted their 2023 Open Mic Night at Blair High School. There were dance performances, poetry readings, singers, and a skit. Participants enjoyed sweets and hot chocolate as they watched the performances, and sang karaoke at the end.
Menstrual Product Drive with MCR (03/01/2023)
MoCo EmpowHER partnered with MCR to organize a menstrual product drive at the MCR General Assembly in March.
Leadership Workshop Relay Event (01/31/2023)
Participants built skills in public speaking, graphic design, and advocacy.
Organize Your Life Workshop (11/29/2022)
Participants joined us on Zoom for a self care workshop !!
Fall Writing Contest (2022)
We asked middle/high schoolers across MCPS to respond to the prompt: What Does Feminism Mean to You?
College Alumni Advice Panel
Participants heard from amazing MoCo EmpowHER alumni about college advice!
Women In Fashion
Participants had a talk with women in the fashion industry!
Open Mic Night (12/07/2021)
Female-identifying students from across the county had the opportunity to perform instrumental pieces, sing, read poetry, and more! The MoCo EmpowHER community had a blast coming together to share music and the arts at our first in-person event of the year.
Women in Journalism Event (09/21/21)
Attendees had the opportunity to hear from panelists with backgrounds in print, investigative, and photojournalism. These panelists represented organizations including USA Today, NBC4 Washington, and The Washington Post!
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