Inspiring Guest Speakers Share Invaluable Insights: Together Women Rise Advocacy Webinar Recap

by Margaret Moodian, Ed.D., Co-Chair of the Together Women Rise Advocacy Group with RESULTS

Our Rise advocacy chapter is flourishing! On Tuesday, September 24, we hosted an insightful and engaging webinar for current Rise advocates and those interested in joining our efforts. We were honored to have several distinguished guest speakers: Beverley Francis-Gibson, the inspiring CEO of Together Women Rise; Terry Van Horne, former Lead District Representative for Rep. Mike Levin (CA-45); Sahaletou Yelebo, Global Advocacy Associate at Integrate Health; and Dr. Leslye Heilig, former co-chair of the Together Women Rise Advocacy Chapter. 

Karyne Bury from RESULTS also joined us, sharing powerful insights into the impact of advocacy and action.

Beverley’s talk was incredibly impactful. She shared her extensive experience in advocacy and highlighted how our chapter can drive meaningful change. Having her support meant so much to us.

Terry and I reflected on her time working with Rep. Levin, emphasizing the persistence required in advocacy work. We also discussed a pen pal initiative that we collaborated on during her time with the Congressman, which was born from our advocacy efforts.

Sahaletou underscored the crucial role that U.S. funding plays in supporting global health initiatives. Without U.S. aid, her organization could not reach nearly as many people.

Dr. Heilig shared her journey in founding the Rise advocacy chapter and how her involvement has fostered personal growth. Her contributions have been remarkable, particularly having so many letters to the editor published. Without her leadership, our chapter would not be where it is today.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who attended this webinar and to all who contribute to our advocacy efforts. It truly takes a village!

The Together Women Rise Advocacy Group meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month except as noted below. To sign up for monthly meetings, you may officially join the chapter here: http://tinyurl.com/JoinRiseAdvocacyChapter. 

Together Women Rise Advocacy Group Monthly Webinars

• Tuesday, October 15 at 8:30 PM ET/ 5:30 pm PT
• Tuesday, November 19 at 8:30 PM ET/5:30 pm PT
• Tuesday, December 17 at 8:30 PM ET/5:30 pm PT

Watch the recording from the webinar.