NeW Announces Winners of 2026 Essay Contest
NeW is excited to announce that the winner of the High School Category for our 2026 Essay Contest is Emma Hurley, a student at Niagara Wheatfield High School in Sanborn, New York. Congratulations, Emma! How did you hear about the 2026 NeW Essay Contest, and why did you choose to participate in it? I originally learned about the NeW […]
The job application mistakes hiring managers won’t tell you about…
Applying for a new job or position can feel overwhelming, especially when so much of the process is outside of your control. One minute you’re carefully crafting the “perfect” application, and the next you’re refreshing your inbox, wondering if anyone even saw it. What makes it even more frustrating is the lack of feedback. Honestly, it can start to feel like a weird mix […]
Her Story, Her Legacy: The Impact of Riley Gaines on Women’s Sports
Every generation produces athletes who rise beyond the soccer field or the basketball court to become symbols of something greater than the game itself. Riley Gaines is one of those athletes. Her story transcends her time competing in the NCAA. It is one of advocacy, courage, and the evolving conversation around fairness and opportunity in […]
Her story, Her legacy: Mary Margaret Olohan
One woman who has transformed the way I think about journalism is Mary Margaret Olohan. In a media landscape where it is the norm to avoid controversy, she has built her early career by doing the opposite. To Olohan, journalism is both a profession and a vocation. She covers the stories others shy away from. […]
Her story, Her legacy: Condoleezza Rice
A barrier-breaker for women in politics, Condoleezza Rice has spent her life advocating for liberty with professionalism—in the political science department at Stanford University and as Secretary of State and National Security Advisor under President George W. Bush. Condoleezza Rice grew up in a hostile, segregated environment in Birmingham, Alabama, with limited opportunities. But her reliance on her faith and family helped her pursue a […]
Financial Wellness Session Recap with Mattie Duppler
At the Financial Wellness Session with Mattie Duppler, we talked about money in a way that actually felt practical and doable. One of the first things she said was simple: check your bank account every day. Not once a week. Not just when you’re nervous. Every single day. At first, that sounds extreme, but her […]
Financial Wellness as a Form of Self-Care
The “self-care” and wellness industry has experienced massive growth in the past decade, with some estimates valuing the total health and wellness sector of the economy in the trillions for the U.S. alone. Social media is full of products that are supposed to help you look and feel like a better version of yourself. But […]
The NeW Capitol Hill Intern Summit: Equipping Conservative Leaders
On October 24, 2025, the Network of enlightened Women (NeW) hosted the 2025 Fall Capitol Hill Intern Summit, at the picturesque Capitol Hill Club, bringing together more than 40 college students, interns, and young professionals. This event combined professional development, conservative policy insight, and networking opportunities for young women launching their careers in Washington, DC. […]
From Campus to Capitol Hill: NeW Advocacy Day
It is often hard to find advocacy training for young conservative women seeking to make an impact on their campuses or in their communities. For decades, the Left has dominated grassroots advocacy, successfully mobilizing younger generations to speak out about contended issues. As a result, most available resources and materials are written with a liberal […]
A NeW Generation of Leaders: Network of Enlightened Women Celebrates 21 Years
On October 2, 2025, the Network of enlightened Women (NeW) commemorated 21 years since its founding with a celebration at the elegant Sonoma Restaurant and Wine Bar, overlooking the Library of Congress. Nearly 100 students, alumni, and friends gathered to honor more than two decades of community, leadership, and advancement of conservative thought. The venue […]