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About Women Powering Change
Our story begins with Founder Cynda Collins Arsenault, a peace and security activist and philanthropist who recognized the importance of fostering community amongst the women in Colorado that were leading change for and about women both locally and internationally and women looking to take purposeful action to address and solve the issues we face, socially, politically and culturally.
In 2013, Cynda organized a garden party to highlight ongoing efforts and foster connections between two groups. The event's success was overwhelming, leading to a second gathering the following year at Denver's Redline Art Gallery, which attracted over 500 attendees. Today, our annual event draws nearly 1,000 participants, creating a space for connection, inspiration, and empowerment for everyone. Women Powering Change thrives thanks to dedicated volunteers who understand the significance and potential of this gathering. WPC 2025 is evolving this year as we unite strengths and collaborate with Integrated Work and WeTheChange, incorporating women-owned B-Corps organizations from across Colorado. Our goal is to showcase the work and initiatives of women as much as possible.
Started by philanthropist Cynda Collins Arsenault as “Women’s Work, Wisdom and Wine” in 2013, Women Powering Change highlights the critical and necessary roles of women in creating a more sustainable, secure, and just world while connecting individuals with social change organizations.
The Convening Partners, who comprise the steering committee, are passionate women leaders from the community dedicated to supporting the advancement of women. Their ultimate goal is to accelerate the social impact of women creating a just world by engaging community members in the inspiring work being done locally and globally by women-centric organizations located in Colorado.
Women Powering Change Steering Committee
Meet this all volunteer group of women who brings you Women Powering Change!
Cynda Collins Arsenault
Co-Founder of Secure World Foundation and OEF
Conoshia Odum
Administrative Coordinator III
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Cecile Givelet
Personal assistant of Cynda Collins Arsenault
Colleen Lafontaine
Director of Women’s Initiative
Sinai Bebo
Founder and CEO of Aidez Moi Designs & Consulting
Bev Sloan
Retired, CEO of Denver Hospice
Kelley Hodges
Associate Director, People and Culture at PAX sapiens
Alexis Newton
Consultant for a private family foundation
Karen Crouch
Instructional Design & Technology Consultant ASSETT