Through talks, presentations, discussions, and connections --
showing women in the NWS that all things are possible!
Why a Women's Conference?
The National Weather Service (NWS) employs more than 4,000 people in 122 Weather Forecast Offices, 21 CWSUs, 13 River Forecast Centers, national headquarters, 6 regional offices, 9 National Centers, and and other support offices around the country. A small percentage of these employees are women, and many of them are shift workers. Some of these women have no, or very few, other females in their office. In addition, retention issues occur when shift-working women have to make a choice between a dream career and a family. While it is no secret meteorology is a male-dominated profession, there is plenty of potential for women in the NWS. That’s why WFO El Paso is hosting a Women’s Conference. We want women in the NWS to know that all things are possible. After all, numerous resources already exist to help women succeed in the NWS. We just need a focused way to share this valuable information.
About the NWS Women's Conference
This conference is designed for the women of the NWS to:
- Share job opportunities
- Encourage open discussion about the unique experiences women in the NWS face
- Expand leadership techniques and applications in the NWS and beyond
Over the course of this conference, it is hoped that featured speakers and presenters will contribute to a renewal of optimism for growth within the NWS, and tools and strategies that can positively affect the local office mission and culture.
This year will be a one-day, virtual meeting. We'll look into in-person options for the future.
WHO IS THIS CONFERENCE FOR?
If you work in the NWS, you're invited!
The target audience for most topics will be for NWS women and anyone who identifies as female, however some topics can apply to a broader audience.
In addition, there will be specific topics for allies and managers. The agenda will identify the recommended audience for each talk.
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