San Francisco Mixer: Meet and Mix at Ramblas Tapas Bar, May 27

When is the last time we've all just hung out? It's been a while! Last year's mixer was a blast, and we couldn't wait for another great night of mixing and mingling among our amazing network, so we've designated 2 nights and 2 convenient locations for you to sip and socialize with the women of YWSE. (If you can't make this date, check ywse.org for details on the May 21 East Bay mixer.)

This is a great way to connect with YWSEs in your area who are making a difference. You'll also learn about exciting new events and leadership opportunities within YWSE -- Hear about what we're doing and how you may be able to join the fun!

Oakland Mixer: Meet and Mix at The Den at the Fox Theater, May 21

Register for the Oakland mixer now!

When is the last time we've all just hung out? It's been a while! Last year's mixer was a blast, and we couldn't wait for another great night of mixing and mingling among our amazing network, so we've designated 2 nights and 2 convenient locations for you to sip and socialize with the women of YWSE. (If you can't make this date, check ywse.org for details on the May 27 San Francisco mixer.)

This is a great way to connect with YWSEs in your area who are making a difference. You'll also learn about exciting new events and leadership opportunities within YWSE -- Hear about what we're doing and how you may be able to join the fun!

Workshop Followup: Reaching In, Reaching Out: Two-part YWSE workshop at Stanford Women In Business Conference

 
Jeff Berlin, guest blogger on the May workshop

Stories of Love and Pain Combine to Create a Breath of Fresh Air at Young Women's Social Entrepreneurs Event

by @Jeff_Berlin

I was lucky enough to attend the 'Reaching in and Reaching out' event organized by the Young Women Social Entrepreneurs network at Stanford University's 'I Don't Know to CEO' conference last week. I was lucky enough also to be the only male in the room.

I don't usually think about my gender, but when it is such a obvious difference from the group even I became a little nervous, cautiously introducing myself to the people next to me, as was the opening exercise at the event. Having been to a number of panel events, ones usually comprised disproportionately of men and/or focused on a type money driven innovation only,  I wasn't sure what to expect from this experience. 'Female social entrepreneur' is a title which  hasn't received all the respect which it deserves, and I feel gatherings like this show us very clearly and immediately why that respect is so warranted.