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The Women's Public Leadership Network's National Impact Council is an exclusive, invite-only community of leaders, practitioners, and engaged supporters committed to expanding leadership opportunities and strengthening communities through public service. As WPLN grows its national reach, the Council plays a critical role in shaping how we educate, organize, and inspire women across the country. Participants are not simply part of a network—they are active contributors to advancing women's leadership.
About the Council
What is the National Impact Council?
The National Impact Council is an application-based, invite-only community of leaders who believe in advancing women in public life. Participants help inform WPLN's programming, expand its reach in their communities, and elevate the conversation around effective, service-driven leadership.
This is an opportunity to stay meaningfully connected to a national effort while helping guide how that work grows and evolves.
Who Should Participate
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Those committed to advancing women in public leadership |
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Practitioners and leaders across all sectors |
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Supporters who want to shape WPLN's national reach |
Join the Council
A Community Committed.
An exclusive, application-required opportunity for leaders and influencers committed to advancing women's leadership nationwide.
Individual · Impact Partner
$50/month or $500/year
Discounted when paid annually
Application required · Must support WPLN's mission
★ Invite-only · Leader/influencer within a state
Corporate / Organization
$1,000/year
Assigns a seat for a designated organizational leader
Sponsors who have supported WPLN at $1,000+ are invited to apply
★ Application required · Must support WPLN's mission
All Impact Partners Receive
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Monthly invitations & updates |
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Quarterly meeting with WPLN Leadership |
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Access to strategic sessions |
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Executive Committee designation |
Why Participate in the National Impact Council?
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Shape Programs That Matter Share insights that help inform WPLN programs tailored to real-world leadership needs across communities and regions. |
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Connect with a National Network Engage with a diverse group of women across public service, nonprofit, and private sectors committed to strengthening their communities. |
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Access Unique Opportunities Receive invitations to select partner events, regional convenings, and curated gatherings designed to foster connection and collaboration. |
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Attend Signature Events Receive preferred access to WPLN's National Summit and Leadership Receptions in Washington, DC and across the country. |
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Lead & Share Expertise Speak at WPLN events, support programming, and participate in discussions that highlight practical, service-driven leadership and public policy. |
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Amplify in Your State & Community Help extend WPLN's reach by promoting Impact Partner activities and events, sharing opportunities within your network, and elevating WPLN's presence at the state and local level. |
Impact Partner Advantages
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Invite-only events: Summit, Orientation/Leadership Reception, in-state events |
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Discounts on WPLN programs and events |
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Quarterly virtual sessions with Impact Partners and guest presenters |
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Annual strategy session (in-person convening opportunity) |
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Partnership opportunities including reciprocal sponsorships |
Participation Requirements
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Alignment with WPLN's mission |
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Provide thought-leadership and insights on trends in your state and nationally |
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Share WPLN opportunities with your network and help amplify the network |
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Application required · Must be a leader/influencer within a state |
“At WPLN, we believe leadership is service, and that strong communities are built by women who are prepared, connected, and ready to lead.”
— Women’s Public Leadership Network™
Ready to Lead Nationally?
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Space is limited.
APPLY TO THE NATIONAL IMPACT COUNCIL