“Conservatives self-censor, and it gets worse with more time spent in college” by Karin Lips
This piece was originally published by the Orange County Register on August 14, 2020. A new public opinion survey conducted by the Cato Institute examines the relationship between political views and self-censorship. The poll of 2,000 Americans ages 18 and older found that most Americans who identify as conservative self-censor, and this self-censoring gets worse […]
“Biden should pick the best person for the job — not the best woman” by Karin Lips
This piece was originally published by The Hill on August 3, 2020. Women achieve equality in life and in politics when they succeed based on merit, not because a man decides that a woman should have the job. Last week, Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden announced his agenda for women, which includes a renewed commitment to select a […]
Developing Leaders at the NeW Leadership Retreat
This past weekend — Friday, August 7 through Sunday, August 9 — 46 NeW chapter leaders from across the United States gathered together in Newport on the Levee, KY, as well as virtually, for the annual NeW Leadership Retreat. This retreat brings together conservative women to help them build community with like-minded women. Attendees learned […]
2020 Essay Contest Now Open
Would you like to earn a scholarship for college and have a chance to have your writing published? NeW is excited to announce the 2020 NeW Essay Contest is now open and accepting applications. This year’s scholarship contest celebrates the centennial anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, giving women the […]
Women’s Organization and the Washington Examiner Partner To Give Conservative Women a Voice During Historic Celebration
CONTACT: Kathryn Alford, Communications Manager Kathryn@enlightenedwomen.org 571-310-5388 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 30, 2020 WOMEN’S ORGANIZATION AND THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER PARTNER TO GIVE CONSERVATIVE WOMEN A VOICE DURING HISTORIC CELEBRATION WASHINGTON, DC — In 1919, the United States Congress passed legislation that would redefine our country forever – an amendment to the Constitution giving women the right to […]
Internship Spotlight: Jordan Davidson, NeW at Baylor University
This summer, NeW is proud to highlight the great internship opportunities NeW women are experiencing in the workplace. Meet Jordan Davidson, alumna of NeW at Baylor University and intern for The Federalist. Davidson graduated with a political science degree and served as a NeW Student Media Fellow. Learn more about her summer internship: Why did […]
Women’s Organization Hosts Book Club with Senator Joni Ernst
CONTACT: Kathryn Alford, Communications Manager Kathryn@enlightenedwomen.org 571-310-5388 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 30, 2020 WOMEN’S ORGANIZATION HOSTS BOOK CLUB WITH SENATOR JONI ERNST WASHINGTON, DC — The Network of enlightened Women, known as NeW, is proud to announce the NeW Summer Book Club book choice and speaker for the month of July, Senator Joni Ernst from […]
“Much of America reeling not from pandemic but crazy ‘infodemic’” by Jamie LeVie
This piece was originally published in the Waco Tribune-Herald on May 23, 2020. COVID-19, also known as the novel coronavirus, has propelled the nation into a state of panic. When the outbreak first occurred, the narrative perpetuated by the media assumed apocalyptic levels. From food and toilet-paper shortages caused by people raiding stores for supplies […]
Senior Spotlight: Casey Rowzee, NeW at The University of Virginia
This spring, we continue to highlight some of our exceptional seniors and celebrate their upcoming graduation. Meet Casey Rowzee, senior at The University of Virginia. Casey is a Chapter Leader of NeW at The University of Virginia. How has NeW impacted you and prepared you for your next steps? I feel so lucky to have […]
Seniors Reflect on Abrupt Ending to Their College Years
CONTACT: Kathryn Alford, Communications Manager Kathryn@enlightenedwomen.org 571-310-5388 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 19, 2020 SENIORS REFLECT ON ABRUPT ENDING TO THEIR COLLEGE YEARS WASHINGTON, DC – This time of year should be full of celebration as college seniors throughout the country reach the conclusion of several years of hard work, late nights, and dedication to earning […]
