Women’s Call to Action
The Women Changing the Face of Agriculture is a conference as well as an investment in the future of agriculture. This outreach project gives all women the opportunity to explore different career paths offered in the agriculture sector.
The reality is that women all over the world still need to stand up and fight for what should be granted to them without question. It is important to take the time to commend the female leaders and friends in our lives. It is most important to take tangible steps, seen in the success of the Women’s Changing the Face of Agriculture Conference, to shape a future where the lessons learned become part of everyday mentalities.
EVENT INFORMATION
EVENT INFOOur goal is to help attendees receive accurate information first hand from actual women agriculture professionals.
IAW is a grassroots organization of farm and agri-business women promoting a better understanding of agriculture and the family farm system.
STUDENTS
STUDENTS AND ADVISORS INFOThe Women Changing the Face of Agriculture conference is designed for young women in high school and college who are interested in a career in agriculture. Group registration is available for collegiate groups, FFA chapters and 4-H club
Our event exhibits many different professionals that can provide insight into different careers, positions, and companies in agriculture.
SPONSORS / PROFESSIONALS
SPONSORS / PROFESSIONALS INFOTake the opportunity to sponsor a career event where we can make a difference in the perception of career opportunities for women in agriculture.
Our event offers the opportunity to exhibit your company to high school girls that are in the process of deciding their career track. Pledge to be a professional attendee for the career exploration event.
Check out our Online Curriculum
Illinois Agri-Women present career exploration resources with our Online Curriculum. The WCFA online curriculum is an opportunity to be inspired by our keynote speakers and view our career exploration videos from the classroom.
Online CurriculumRecent News
2024 Scholarship Opportunties
This year, the Illinois Agri-Women (IAW) organization is offering 5 scholarships for females studying agriculture. The Illinois Agri-Women (IAW) organization supports the agriculture industry, works for legislation to support and preserve family farms, communicates with other agriculture organizations, and strives to educate the public and promote agricultural awareness.
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2024 Women Changing the Face of Agriculture Event Announcement
The 2024 Women Changing the Face of Agriculture career exploration event will be held at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL on March 1, 2024. Registration for the event will open January 1, 2024. This year’s event puts an emphasis on hands-on activities, career development workshops and entrepreneur opportunities.
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2023 Scholarship Winners
This year, the Illinois Agri-Women (IAW) organization has awarded 5 scholarships for females studying agriculture. The IAW Helen Henert Ag Eduction Scholarship and four WCFA Agent of Change Scholarships. Check out our recipients.
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