Our interactive virtual gathering for the very first time was a success!
Thank you to all our presenters, Council members, zoom tech volunteers and moderators, and sponsors for making it possible.
Art by Magda Petrou | www.magdasita.com
ARTIST STATEMENT: Women gathered together in peace, harmony and meditation. Rooted at the center yet connected to higher sources as well.
All the elements are present; Air, Fire, Water & Earth. Plus the unseen realms of Above and Below. Just like the Flower of Life - the Seed represents Creation.
At the center of this mandala is the Seed, a blueprint of connection that women bring forth to life. A spark that Unites Us All recognizing We are all One.
Thank you to our sponsors:
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Thank you for sponsoring WOW:
Lauren Archer, We EmPOWER You, MeWe Fairs, Ancient Spirit Rising
National Federation Indian-American Association
Mind & Meditation Center, & Women of the Water
Lauren Archer, We EmPOWER You, MeWe Fairs, Ancient Spirit Rising
National Federation Indian-American Association
Mind & Meditation Center, & Women of the Water
Terry Tempest Williams is the author of numerous works of nonfiction, including Refuge: An Unnatural History of Family and Place, Finding Beauty in a Broken World, The Hour of Land: A Personal Topography of America’s National Parks (2016) and When Women Were Birds. She currently teaches at Harvard Divinity School in Massachusetts.
In her latest book, Erosion: Essays of Undoing, she brilliantly explores the many forms of erosion we face: of democracy, science, compassion, and trust. Williams’s essays are a call to action, blazing a way forward through difficult and dispiriting times. She reminds us that beauty is its own form of resistance and that water can crack stone.
Opening for Terry Tempest Williams is musician Karen Drucker!
In her latest book, Erosion: Essays of Undoing, she brilliantly explores the many forms of erosion we face: of democracy, science, compassion, and trust. Williams’s essays are a call to action, blazing a way forward through difficult and dispiriting times. She reminds us that beauty is its own form of resistance and that water can crack stone.
Opening for Terry Tempest Williams is musician Karen Drucker!
Karen’s message is all about healing and love – whether singing one of her positive message songs or sharing stories that are funny, inspiring, and heart opening. She is a keynote speaker, women’s retreat facilitator, and entertainer who has recorded 20 CDs of her inspirational music. Karen is also the author of the best selling book “Let Go of the Shore - Songs & Stories To Set The Spirit Free.” Her chants and songs are used around the world and often help people deal with illness and loss, or help them fill the need to feel more centered for the day. Karen’s intention is to make a difference by using her music to open hearts and share a message of hope, acceptance, and love.
Yeye Luisah Teish is a teacher, dancer, storyteller, and high priestess. She also is an author, most notably of Jambalaya: The Natural Woman's Book of Personal Charms and Practical Rituals. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, her father was an African Methodist Episcopal and her mother was a Catholic, of Haitian, French, and Choctaw heritage. Yeye Teish is an Iyanifa and Oshun chief in Yoruba tradition. Yeye Teish is one of the most well known Yoruba priestesses worldwide, who is celebrated internationally in Goddess circles as a writer and ritual-maker. She quite literally is a legendary woman of great character and exceeding positive impact for this generation and all time. Her upcoming book in the spring of 2021 is about Orisha Tales.
Opening for Luisah Teish is musician Juanita-Marie Franklin
Opening for Luisah Teish is musician Juanita-Marie Franklin
Juanita-Marie Franklin, "SisterJam" , born to a choir director, grew up with music in her blood. From early childhood, thru school choirs, Conservatory study , to off-Broadway ("JACQUE BREL IS ALIVE..") to a few tours with Miriam Makeba, her career spans decades. She performed in the french production of "HAIR", and then on to a career is as a session vocalist in Paris and London and more.
Her friendship with Bobby McFerrin gave het full comfort to perform a cappella, story-wounding, using my full joy to sing from my SOUL'S CONTENT.
Her friendship with Bobby McFerrin gave het full comfort to perform a cappella, story-wounding, using my full joy to sing from my SOUL'S CONTENT.
We are planning an exciting online conference!
Interactive Activities
small discussion groups and
connection with other participants
Exciting speakers and panel discussions on
important topics for women. And our usual dynamic workshops!
Interactive Activities
small discussion groups and
connection with other participants
Exciting speakers and panel discussions on
important topics for women. And our usual dynamic workshops!
Meet WOW Council Members - Watch their Video introductions to the conference!
Founder, Kris Steinnes - WOW's beginning and vision
Magda Petrou - Our theme and art
Elena Austin - Our new virtual conference opportunities
Ellie Rapp - Our amazing featured guests
Marla Durden - Our new feature - panel discussions
Lavanya Reddy -Our fabulous workshops
Founder, Kris Steinnes - WOW's beginning and vision
Magda Petrou - Our theme and art
Elena Austin - Our new virtual conference opportunities
Ellie Rapp - Our amazing featured guests
Marla Durden - Our new feature - panel discussions
Lavanya Reddy -Our fabulous workshops
Elena Austin Ellie Rapp Marla Durden Magda Petrou Lavanya Reddy Kris Steinnes
WOW is one of the longest running women's spirituality conferences.
Since 1993 WOW has been providing a unique, intimate setting for women
to create lasting change in their lives and in the world.
"There is nothing like this in the world." Jean Houston
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2021 Conference Schedule
Presenters
Volunteer Positions and Scholarships
Volunteers with technical abilities will be needed for zoom assistance.
We will train you! Application forms will be available soon
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