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Bold Women, Big Impact: A nonpartisan conversation about leadership, legacy, and action.

  • Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist 2931 Kingston Pike Knoxville, TN, 37919 United States (map)

Join the National Women’s Political Caucus (Tennessee) for an inspiring evening featuring bold women who are leading with purpose, shaping policy, preserving history, and empowering the next generation.

From the halls of the State Capitol to school boards, nonprofit leadership, and historic advocacy, our panelists are making waves in East Tennessee and beyond. Come hear their personal stories, leadership lessons, and calls to action in a candid, nonpartisan conversation moderated by Cary Hammond.

Featured Panelists:

  • Rep. Gloria Johnson – Tennessee State Representative and longtime advocate for public education and gun reform

  • Lisa Plawchan – President, League of Women Voters of Knoxville/Knox County and global civic engagement strategist

  • Seema Singh – Knoxville City Councilmember and Executive Director of Healing the Home

  • Ashley Craven – Oak Ridge Board of Education member and rising leader in public education

  • Wanda Sobieski – President, Suffrage Coalition and champion of Tennessee’s suffrage history

Panel: 6:00–7:30 PM🤝 Networking Reception: 7:30–8:00 PM


Free and open to the public. All are welcome—come curious, leave inspired.

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