In honor of Women’s History Month, the City of Irvine is hosting a Women’s Conference that will bring community members together for a day of education, empowerment, and connection Friday, March 13, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. at Irvine City Hall. 

The event will feature panel discussions and breakout sessions focused on a range of topics, including healthcare and wellness, domestic violence awareness and resources, financial education and independence, intergenerational opportunities and challenges, older adulthood planning, and entrepreneurship.  

Reflecting the City’s ongoing commitment to fostering opportunity, advancing education, and supporting the well-being of residents at every stage of life, the conference will connect attendees with community resources during networking breaks and an on-site expo featuring City of Irvine programs and services, as well as informational booths hosted by participating speakers and partners.  

Registration is required. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.  

Women’s Conference Schedule

Opening Remarks 

• Councilmember Betty Martinez Franco  
• Dr. Dyonne Bergeron, Vice Chancellor of the Office of Inclusive Excellence at University of California, Irvine (UCI)

Session 1  

• Women’s Healthcare and Wellness
  UCI Health Physician
   
• Domestic Violence Awareness & Resources 
  Human Options  

Session 2  

• Financial Education: Money Management Through Transitions
  Orange County’s Credit Union  
   
• Resilience & Research: Taryn’s Story
  Taryn Williams, UCI PhD Researcher and City of Irvine Committee Chair

Session 3  

• Older Adulthood for Self and Family
  Irvine Adult Day Health Services  
  Alzheimer's OC  
   
• Writing an Effective Business Plan 
  U.S. Small Business Administration - Small Business Development Center

Closing Keynote  

• Jessica De Nova, Journalist 

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