2024 Summit Resources
The links below are resources used or referenced at the 2024 CWFL Summit. We’ve also included notes from each breakout session with questions for thoughtful introspection.
This page is meant to supplement your personal research. It is not a complete database of resources.
Resources from Keynote Address
Keynote with Nadine Maenza
“How Women Leaders Are Key to Building Cohesive Societies” - Presentation slide deck
Articles Nadine referenced in her presentation:
Book from Dr. Valerie Hudson: The First Political Order: How Sex Shapes Governance and National Security Worldwide
Review about Dr. Valerie Hudson’s book: The First Political Order: How Sex Shapes Governance and National Security Worldwide (Book Launch)
Video of Dr. Hudson presenting this in May: 2024 WPS Symposium: Keynote Dr. Valerie Hudson, George H.W. Bush Chair, Texas A&M University
Article about women building networks in response to stress: Biobehavioral Responses to Stress in Females: Tend-and-Befriend, Not Fight-or-Flight
Article Nadine wrote about NE Syria and transformation of conditions: Victory in Syria Requires Learning from Afghanistan
Notes from Breakout Sessions
Advocacy Breakout
“Advocating for a Community of Compassion” with Fatimah Popal
Human Trafficking Breakout
“Modern Day Slavery” with Rev. Dr. Erin Clifford-Riese