Women in Public Policy & Law DC: Real Talk, Industry Insights & Networking

A networking meetup for women in public policy and law in DC: real talk, industry insights, career conversations & finding your people.
About this Event

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Are you a woman working in public policy, law, government, advocacy, or social impact in Washington, DC? This one is for you 💗

The Galhood is bringing together an intentional gathering of women in public policy and law in Washington, DC, designed to spark honest conversations, meaningful connections, and real career insights for women navigating one of the most complex and rewarding industries in the world.

This is not a panel, and there are no lectures. Just a warm, welcoming space where women in policy, law, government, nonprofit, advocacy, and public service can show up authentically, speak openly, and leave with new connections, fresh perspectives, and more clarity on their path.

Whether you are a seasoned policy professional, a law student, a recent graduate breaking into DC, a nonprofit leader, a government staffer, or a woman building a career at the intersection of law and public service, you belong in this room.

We will be diving into:

✦ What the realistic landscape for women in public policy and law in Washington DC looks like right now

✦ Breaking into policy and law without the traditional path — what actually works

✦ Navigating male-dominated legal and political spaces while staying authentic

✦ Women in government and advocacy — how to build influence and get your voice heard

✦ Salary negotiation and knowing your worth in the public sector and nonprofit space

✦ Career pivots within policy and law — moving between government, nonprofit, and private sector

✦ Building your personal brand and visibility as a woman in public policy

✦ Networking in DC without it feeling transactional or forced

✦ Imposter syndrome in high-stakes environments — does it ever go away?

✦ The future of public policy — AI, climate, social justice, and where the opportunities are for women

✦ Work-life balance in demanding careers — what it actually looks like for women in law and policy

✦ Finding your community and your people in one of the world's most competitive cities

We will be leaving plenty of time for open networking so you can exchange contact details, find your people, and build genuine connections.

This event is perfect for: women in public policy DC, women in law Washington DC, female lawyers DC, women in government DC, women in nonprofit DC, women in advocacy DC, women in politics Washington DC, female policy professionals, women in social impact DC, DC women networking events, women in international relations DC, women in public service, female attorneys DC, women in legal careers, Washington DC women's networking events, women in policy 2026, DC professional women events, women lawyers networking DC, women in civic leadership, female government workers DC, women in public interest law, Georgetown law women, GWU women in policy, American University women in public policy, Howard University women in law, women breaking into DC careers, new to DC women professionals

This event is hosted by The Galhood, a growing global upskilling women's community bringing women together through workshops, events, and meetups.

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