The seminar has been a transformative and empowering experience in my life. I didn’t expect the impact it has made on my sense of agency as an aspiring researcher and STEM professional. From this seminar I have a more concrete understanding of my desired role in the public policy field and steps to take to … Continue reading PLEN Improved my Sense of Agency as an Aspiring STEM Professional
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In Two Days, I Learned What Take Others Years to Know
Attending the PLEN360° Summit was a remarkable experience. During the two day seminar, we had access to so many inspiring and successful women, all willing to share their knowledge, expertise and career journeys. In two days, we discussed networking strategies and practiced through speed networking. The panel of networking mentors brought varied backgrounds from an … Continue reading In Two Days, I Learned What Take Others Years to Know
Negotiating and Networking are Necessary (and Fun!)
Before this PLEN seminar, I had never been to Washington, D.C. and before reading about PLEN on a policy website, I didn’t even know that an organization dedicated to uplifting and educating women in policy even existed. I am so happy and grateful that I have gotten this opportunity to connect with such amazing women … Continue reading Negotiating and Networking are Necessary (and Fun!)
I Felt Empowered to Proudly Share My Identity
I remember the first things I had to share in front of everyone were my full name and my elevator speech. I was nervous, but I felt empowered to proudly share my identity. The open environment and constant support made the PLEN360⁰ Summit an amazing experience for me. Thanks to the generosity of my sponsor, … Continue reading I Felt Empowered to Proudly Share My Identity
PLEN Inspired me to Shoot for the Moon
I learned about the summer PLEN360⁰ Summit from my internship coordinator at The Heritage Foundation in Washington, D.C. and I immediately applied for the scholarship and signed up for the program. Once I received the scholarship and was able to attend the Summit I was so excited to be able to collaborate with such other incredible … Continue reading PLEN Inspired me to Shoot for the Moon
I’m Proud to Be Part of a Network of Women Eager to Support Each Other
It was an honor for me to receive the PLEN scholarship sponsored by Ms. Magdalena Rahn. This scholarship enabled me to attend the PLEN360⁰ Summit, which was a great experience for me. I had attended the Women’s Leadership in Public Policy Seminar this past January and it was a very enriching experience that taught me … Continue reading I’m Proud to Be Part of a Network of Women Eager to Support Each Other