The CWFL Summit Experience
Empowering Faith in Action

The CWFL Summit is a transformative gathering that unites women of faith leaders to tackle some of the most pressing challenges that burden today’s world.

These yearly gatherings provide a unique space for collaboration, learning, and advocacy, amplifying the voices of those unheard and empowering the more privileged to speak out.

At each Summit you will have the opportunity to:

Hear from trailblazing global leaders whose work has directly impacted the lives of women and children
Learn firsthand about pressing global issues that disproportionately affect women
Be inspired to think critically about the role you play in your own community and remain hopeful for a better tomorrow.

The Power of Women-led Advocacy

At CWFL, we believe that women leaders play a pivotal role in advancing justice, equality, and peace. Through our summits, we not only address urgent global issues, but we also create opportunities for women to learn from one another, build cross-cultural connections, and shape real solutions to the challenges impacting women and children worldwide.

Who is the summit for?

Our summits are tailored for women faith leaders, advocates, educators, and policy influencers working to bring justice and peace to their communities. These events are essential for those who want to connect with global changemakers and explore how faith can drive advocacy.

Upcoming events

Annual Summit

Wednesday, November 13, 2025
Washington, D.C.
More info coming soon.

From Inspiration to Action | 2024 Inaugural Summit

Our inaugural Summit, Women Leading Change: Threads of Hope was held in Washington, D.C. on November 21. It brought together over 60 women of faith leaders from multifaith backgrounds.

We were honored to have IRF Secretariat President Nadine Maenza and ICRD Interim President/CEO Martine Miller as our keynote speakers.

Both of these incredible leaders addressed global issues that women are a around the world.

Following the keynote speakers, attendees heard from experts in education, advocacy, and modern day slavery (human trafficking).

A panel featuring Rev. Dr. Erin Clifford-Riese, Fatimah Popal, and Niki Roberts, and moderated by Afeefa Syeed, discussed their work in each of these prominent areas and how women on the frontlines are leading change.

Click here to access notes and discussion questions from each breakout session

Creating a Narrative of Impact | 2025 Regional Summit

This one-day event welcomed 60 women of faith to Pepperdine for a day of learning and connection. The theme was Women Leading Change: Narratives of Impact, which explored a range of topics around safety and security for women.

We were honored to have Dr. Thema Bryant-Davis, Professor of Psychology at Pepperdine University and former President of the American Psychological Association, and Rabbi Sarah Hronsky, Senior Rabbi at Temple Beth Hillel in the Los Angeles area, give the keynotes. Both speakers brought their unique perspectives to the event and inspired attendees to use their voices for good.

A panel, titled “Anchored in Justice: Protecting Our Safety & Securing Our Futures in a Shifting World,” was a highlight of the event, honing in on our roles in the fight for justice.

After lunch, attendees joined breakout sessions designed to provide them with the opportunity to engage with the panelists and their areas of focus: food justice, combatting violence against women and children, and artificial intelligence.

The event was a success for uniting women of different faiths and bringing leaders together to discuss some of the urgent issues facing communities today.

Click here to access resources from the event.