# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Women for Progress Leadership Weekend
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Celebrating Our Foundations. Defining Our Future. 

Join Women for Progress of MS for a transformative four-day weekend dedicated to female leadership, education, and empowerment!

February 5-8, 2026
Event website: https://wfpleadershipweek2026.com

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22
The Heights Event Venue, 833 N. Jefferson St, Jackson, MS 39202

Women in the Arts
An opening session exploring how women in the arts are shaping culture and driving social change through creative expression and leadership.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23
Jackson Memorial Event Center, 800 Woodrow Wilson Dr, Jackson, MS
Doors Open: 5:00 PM

✨ The Power of Negotiation (5:30-6:30 PM)
Speaker: Dr. Alexandria White
Master strategic advocacy for career and business growth. Learn negotiation skills for compensation, contracts, partnerships, and strategic deal-making.

✨ Storytelling to Build and Empower Your Brand (6:30-8:00 PM)
Speaker: Shameka Reed
Discover the power of authentic storytelling to elevate your brand and establish your unique voice in business and leadership.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24
? Jackson Memorial Event Center, 800 Woodrow Wilson Dr, Jackson, MS
? Breakfast & Networking: 8:00-8:45 AM
? Workshops Begin: 9:00 AM

A Day of Leadership Development
Concurrent workshops covering three critical leadership domains:

• Servant Leadership - Leading with purpose and transformative power
• Economic Development for Women - Building wealth and creating opportunity
• Political Participation & Preparing for Public Office - Preparing women for public excellence


SUNDAY, JANUARY 25
? Jackson Memorial Event Center, 800 Woodrow Wilson Dr, Jackson, MS
? Doors Open: 10:30 AM | Celebration: 11:00 AM

Women of the Year Awards and Founder's Birthday Luncheon
An inspiring afternoon honoring exceptional women and commemorating our Founder's birthday—celebrating our foundations while defining the future we will create.

? REGISTRATION

Full Weekend Pass: $125
Access to all workshops and events

Workshops Only: $65
Thursday-Saturday workshops

Luncheon Only: $100
Sunday celebration
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/jackson/women-for-progress-leadership-weekend/200029567286636
- **Event Categories**: workshops, storytelling, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 114

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Jackson
- **state**: MS
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 800 E Woodrow Wilson Dr, Jackson, MS 39216, United States
- **lat**: 32.32695
- **long**: -90.17407
- **full address**: 800 E Woodrow Wilson Dr, Jackson, MS 39216, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Women for Progress Leadership Weekend being held?
  - **A:** Women for Progress Leadership Weekend takes place on Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 800 E Woodrow Wilson Dr, Jackson, MS 39216, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Women for Progress Leadership Weekend?
  - **A:** Women for Progress Leadership Weekend is organized by Women for Progress of MS, Inc..
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Women for Progress Leadership Weekend is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Jackson, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 110+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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