Womxn's Empowerment Conference
Friday, March 6, 2026 | Katie Murphy Amphitheater | 9am—6pm
Seats are limited
About the Conference
Join the Department Student Life and Department of Residential Life as we host FIT's
2nd Annual Womxn's Empowerment Conference - Becoming Her. Her Story, Her Way in celebration
of Womxn's History Month.
This is not a conference you simply attend, it’s one you experience.
The Womxn’s Empowerment Conference is an intentionally curated, one-day experience designed for students and alumni shaping what leadership looks like now and in the future. We bring together a dynamic community of leaders for a day of thoughtful conversation, immersive moments, and genuine connection.
Every session, space, and interaction is designed with intention, creating an environment where insight feels personal and engagement feels meaningful.
Theme: BECOMING HER. Her Story, Her Way.
“Becoming Her” centers on the journey of evolution, self-discovery, and personal definition.
It is a call to action for students, alumni, and industry professionals to move beyond
pre-written expectations and lead with authenticity. Through shared stories and lived
experiences, we aim to show that the next generation of womxn leaders can create their
own magic and define success in ways that feel true to them.
Stay tuned for this year's speakers!
Planning Committee
Angela Brown, director, Residential Life
Christie Graziano, director, Student Life
Lauren Bell, graduate intern, Residential Life
Denise Delgado, program coordinator, Student Life
Schedule
9am - Check In and Breakfast
10am - Welcome and Morning Keynote
Speaker details to follow
11am - Her Story - Defining Eras of Alumni Leadership
Speaker details to follow
12pm - Mid-Morning Keynote
Speaker details to follow
1pm - Lunch & Womxn Owned Marketplace
2:30pm - Becoming Her: The Audacity of the Self-Made Story
Speaker details to follow
3:30pm - Afternoon Keynote Speaker
Speaker details to follow
4:30pm - Closing Remarks
Speaker details to follow
5:00pm - Closing Networking Mixer
Speaker details to follow
Your Nominations and FAQ
Do You Know a Phenomenal Womxn @ FIT?
As part of the 2nd Annual Womxn’s Empowerment Conference, we are celebrating the inspiring
womxn who uplift, empower, and make a difference at the Fashion Institute of Technology.
Do you know an extraordinary womxn at FIT, whether a faculty member, staff, student, or administrator, who has positively impacted your journey or the community? Nominate them for Phenomenal Womxn of FIT and help us recognize their contributions!
Your submission will highlight their work, leadership, kindness, or resilience and will be featured in a special photo slideshow showcased during the Conference Breakfast and the Womxn Owned Business Lunch in the Great Hall.
Let’s honor the phenomenal womxn who inspire us every day!
Submit by: Friday, February 27th at 5pm
FAQ
Who is this conference for?
This conference is for the FIT community but curated with FIT students and alumni
in mind.
Do you have to be a womxn to attend?
No, our conference is open for the FIT community.
Is this conference open to the public?
No, this conference is open to the FIT community only.
Is this conference free?
Yes, for current FIT community members.
