West Coast Regional Summit

May 21, 2025

Pepperdine University
Malibu, California

Join us for a day of collaboration, inspiration,
and empowerment.

This spring, CWFL is hitting the road to curate a powerful dialogue for women of faith leaders and advocates from across the West Coast.

The Summit will foster deeper connections, meaningful conversation, and actionable strategies to address challenges affecting our communities today.

This summit is a chance for women of all backgrounds, faiths, and ethnicities to unite, share wisdom, and impact change. We hope to see you there.

Keynote Speaker

Dr. Thema Bryant

We are thrilled for Dr. Thema Bryant to be one of our keynote speakers. Dr. Bryant is a Professor of Psychology at Pepperdine University, former President of the American Psychological Association, and recent author of “Matters of the Heart”.

Her keynote will aim at equipping women with the right context for addressing moments in time: “Context Matters: Considering Faith, Culture, and Gender in Global Initiatives.”

Panelist & Breakout Leader

Dr. Sonya Sharififard

Dr. Sharififard is a member of the Board of the Agriculture, Food, and Human Values Society, faculty member at Pepperdine University, and a recent alum of CWFL’s Fellowship program. We are thrilled for her to participate in this year’s summit.

Dr. Sharififard will join our panel as an expert on food security from a global perspective. Her breakout session is titled: “Beyond the Plate: Exploring the Intersection of Global Food Insecurity and Student Hunger.”

What to expect

  • Engaging Local Voices: Hear from dynamic women leading change in the western United States, sharing their stories, strategies, and solutions to some of the most pressing issues in their communities.

  • Focused Conversations: Participate in interactive workshops and discussions tailored to global concerns, with a focus on practical, community-driven solutions.

  • Building Connections: Network with like-minded women and leaders who are shaping faith-based advocacy, peacebuilding, and social justice across the West Coast.

  • Inspiring Action: Walk away equipped with new tools, perspectives, and partnerships that will empower you to lead and advocate in your own local context.

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