Women, Power, and the Future of Democracy
Thursday, October 15, 2026 • The Zeiterion | New Bedford, MA
National voices. Local leadership. The next generation.
Join Women’s Fund SouthCoast for an extraordinary evening bringing together nationally recognized leaders for a conversation about power, justice, leadership, race, economic opportunity, civic participation, and the future of our democracy.
Thursday
OCT
15
5:00 PM
Women’s Fund SouthCoast presents
$25 | $85 | $180
On the Stage
Andrea Joy Campbell
Massachusetts’ first Black woman Attorney General and a leading voice on justice, public service, representation, and the responsibilities of leadership.
Loretta J. Ross
A nationally renowned activist, scholar, and author whose groundbreaking work on Calling In challenges us to confront injustice while building stronger movements and communities.
Additional speakers and moderators to be announced.
More Than a Mainstage
Democracy Marketplace
Meet organizations turning ideas into action across the SouthCoast. Discover ways to connect, participate, advocate, and lead.
VIP Experience
Join featured speakers, sponsors, and regional leaders for an exclusive pre-event reception with food and drinks, premium reserved seating, and a curated Women’s Fund SouthCoast gift bag featuring a copy of Loretta Ross’s Calling In.
The Next Generation
Young women from Women’s Fund SouthCoast’s Young Women’s Advisory Council will take the stage with their own vision for the future—and a call to action for what comes next.
Be Part of It
Attend
Be in the room for an evening of powerful conversation, connection, and community.
Sponsor
Support this signature event while connecting your organization with leaders across the SouthCoast.
Participate
Bring your organization to the Democracy Marketplace and share how people can connect, advocate, and take action.
Volunteer
Help create a welcoming, well-run evening by supporting guests, speakers, and event activities.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Community Partner - $2,500
Supporting Partner - $1,000
Bettina Borders & Vic Mailey
Friend of the Event - $500
Meg & Barry Steinberg
Dana Anderson
Linda Fenton
Anna Whitcomb
Presented by Women’s Fund SouthCoast
Thursday, October 15, 2026 • New Bedford, MA
Seats are limited
To receive the $25 student ticket price or inquire about free community sponsored tickets, email jgonsalves@womensfundsouthcoast.org
