WE Programs

 The Women’s Conference is a non-profit, non-partisan organization led by California First Lady Maria Shriver and her belief in the "power of WE."  As a "conference with a conscience," the conference has formed partnerships, developed programs, and supported initiatives — in California and beyond — to extend the inspiration of the conference beyond the day-long event and empower women everywhere.

WE Invest - Women's Economic Empowerment Program

WE Invest is a women’s economic empowerment program, which supports organizations that provide women and families of the state with tools and resources needed to achieve financial self-sufficiency.

WE Care - Women's Health Empowerment Program

WE Care is a women's health empowerment program, which supports the work of CARE International, a leading humanitarian organization, to save the lives of thousands of pregnant women in Africa and Latin America.

The Minerva Awards - WE Honor

Named after the Roman goddess who graces the state’s seal, The Minerva Awards were founded in 2004 by First Lady Maria Shriver. Each year, five remarkable women are honored on the main stage of The Women’s Conference for stepping forward in the spirit of Minerva and changing their country with their courage, strength and wisdom.

The Minerva Leadership Program - WE Lead

The Minerva Leadership Program seeks to inspire, educate and empower young women leaders between the ages of 16 and 22 who are civically oriented and socially conscious.

The Minerva Military Families Program - WE Support

The Minerva Military Families Program provides prepaid calling cards and other resources to deployed troops with families in California.

The Minerva Scholarship Program - WE Educate

The Minerva Scholarship Program recognizes and assists outstanding California women in their pursuit of higher education.