Join us on March 5, 2026 for a day of inspiring conversations and celebration.
Start the day with a free community panel of local women leaders who are igniting change on critical issues. The panel will be followed by a ticketed luncheon celebration of this globally recognized day.
Let’s give to gain!
Where & When
Both the Community Panel and Luncheon will take place at the Duquesne Club, 325 Sixth Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222.
AN IMPORTANT NOTE ON ATTIRE:
The Duquesne Club dress code is enforced for all events, including this one: No denim, Tee shirts, sweatshirts, shorts, miniskirts or dresses, athletic clothing and athletic shoes (except in Health & Fitness), leggings, spandex, informal leather attire, halter tops, casual hats, casual sandals, hiking boots and recreational footwear.
What to Expect
9:00 AM – Community Panel (Free & Open to the Public)
Arrive early and kick off the day by connecting with other globally minded community members. Explore how support, mentorship, and collaboration help women and communities grow, and what it takes to sustain that momentum. Doors open at 8:30AM, coffee and connection at 9AM.
- – Luz Blandon, Casa San José
- – Angela Garcia, Global Links
- – Colleen Fedor, Mentoring Partnership of SWPA (retired)
- – LaKeisha Wolf, Ujamaa Collective
11:30AM – Luncheon ($60)
Following the panel, join us for a ticketed luncheon examining how giving, partnership, and leadership can unlock long-term impact for women locally and globally.
- – Sylvia Fields, Eden Hall Foundation (retired)
- – Melanie Brown, Gates Foundation
- – Moderated by Samantha Hartzman, Duquesne Light
Illuminate Awards
The event will culminate with the 2026 Illuminate Awards recognizing leaders who have made a difference in advancing global mindedness and connection in the Pittsburgh region. The 2026 Illuminate Award recipients are:
- – Business Leader: Christina Cassotis, CEO, Allegheny County Airport Authority
- – Education Leader: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock, President, Community College of Allegheny County
- – Community Leader: The Honorable Cynthia A. Baldwin
- – Youth Leader: Bahati Wilondja, ARYSE & Open Field
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Parking
The Pittsburgh Parking Authority operates large parking facilities throughout Downtown Pittsburgh, and offers a garage and lot finder. Those closest to the Duquesne Club are:
- – Ft. Duquesne & Sixth: Located along Fort Duquesne Blvd at the corner of Sixth Street.
- – Mellon Square: Located between Smithfield Street and William Penn Place with entrances on Sixth Ave and Oliver Ave.
- – Smithfield-Liberty: Located at the corner of Smithfield Street and Liberty Avenue.
- – Metered on-street parking is available nearby, but please be aware that metered spaces are regularly checked and violations will be ticketed.
Sponsorships are available for this event. To learn more, contact Brian Magee at brian@worldpittsburgh.org
This event is in partnership with Women and Girls Foundation and our team at the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh.