Founded in 2009, WomenNC cultivates emerging youth leaders to leverage research, advocacy, and civic engagement to amplify voices and shape solutions from North Carolina to the United Nations.
Through leadership development, mentorship, and experiential learning, WomenNC prepares young people to examine the issues affecting their communities, conduct meaningful research, and engage in civic and policy processes that create lasting change. Our students work on issues ranging from gender equity and public health to education, economic opportunity, and civic participation, developing evidence-based solutions that are shared with policymakers, community leaders, and advocacy organizations.
WomenNC’s unique Local-to-Global model connects local action with international engagement. Students gain opportunities to present research, participate in public policy discussions, and engage with global leaders through experiences such as the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, demonstrating how local solutions can influence global conversations.
By investing in the next generation of leaders, WomenNC is building a future where young people are recognized as essential researchers, advocates, and civic leaders, strengthening communities, shaping public policy, and driving meaningful change from North Carolina to the United Nations.
Programs
- Scholars Program
- Youth Leaders for Change
- Student Partners Program
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