WOW - Women of the World - Baltimore

WOW - Women of the World - Baltimore A festival celebrating women and girls and taking a hard look at barriers to gender equity. at the Apollo Theatre in Harlem.

WOW-Women of the World is a high-profile, global movement of festivals that celebrate women as a force for positive change and take a frank look at remaining barriers to gender equality. Launched in 2011 in London, WOW festivals have engaged and inspired over one million women across five continents and cities in Australia, Egypt, India, Pakistan, the U.K., and the most recently in the U.S. The WO

W-Baltimore Partnership, a coalition of Baltimore’s leading nonprofit, community, and business organizations, is proud to bring Women of the World to Baltimore on October 7-8, 2016 on the campus of Notre Dame of Maryland University. WOW festivals—which feature prominent speakers, performers, panelists, networking and mentoring events—are powerful agents of change in their host cities based on the diversity and timeliness of topics that emerge from public planning sessions called “Thinkins.” WOW-Baltimore 2016 will shine a positive spotlight on our city and on the strength and power of the women of Baltimore, while providing a forum for discussion of local issues, and opportunities for collaboration and healing in our city. Under the international patronage of HRH Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, WOW festivals around the world have presented Nobel Peace Prize winners Malala Yousafzai and Leymah Gbowee, Nigerian founder of Bring Back Our Girls Obiageli Ezekwesili, singer and activist Annie Lennox, actress Salma Hayek, Iranian Member of Parliament Vian Dakhil, Egyptian activist and author Nawal El Saadawi, author Alice Walker, opera singer Jessye Norman, and fashion designer Vivienne Westwood, among many others. World-class talent and speakers—as well as new and local voices—will promote inclusivity, honor the strength and inventiveness of women, and actively break down societal barriers through events, workshops, lectures, debates, activities, and performances that run the gamut from serious and consequential to amusing and festive. Notre Dame of Maryland University, a leader in the education and advancement of women for more than 120 years, is hosting this pre-eminent festival in conjunction with leading organizations, companies, and individuals committed to the empowerment of women and the future of Baltimore. WOW-Baltimore Goal
WOW-Baltimore is a world-class event that will inspire, engage, and energize women and men in the Baltimore region by celebrating women as agents of change, by establishing scholarships for the next generation of women leaders, and by providing diverse forums for discussion and action to advance positive transformation for Baltimore and beyond. WOW-Baltimore is hosted by NDMU in partnership with the internationally renowned London arts institution, Southbank Centre. WOW was co-founded in 2011 by Southbank Centre Artistic Director, Jude Kelly, CBE.

04/06/2025

The Women of the World or 'WOW' Festival took over downtown Baltimore on Saturday, celebrating women's achievements while addressing their challenges.

Please plan accordingly - especially for those coming from points south! Advisory Link in BIO
04/05/2025

Please plan accordingly - especially for those coming from points south!

Advisory Link in BIO

If you are planning to join us at the start of the WOW Festival Baltimore tomorrow, please know there is a 10K race in t...
04/04/2025

If you are planning to join us at the start of the WOW Festival Baltimore tomorrow, please know there is a 10K race in the Inner Harbor area in the morning, which may cause travel delays. We encourage everyone to plan accordingly.

We can't wait to see you there! 🎉

The WOW Marketplace opens TOMORROW!At the heart of WOW Baltimore is a gathering of makers, builders, and changemakers. O...
04/04/2025

The WOW Marketplace opens TOMORROW!

At the heart of WOW Baltimore is a gathering of makers, builders, and changemakers. Our Marketplace isn’t just shopping—it’s an experience.

Connect with wellness practitioners offering healing touch—including free 10-minute chair massages on a first come, first served basis. Discover natural skincare, hand-poured candles, and handcrafted art. Meet organizations creating real change in housing, education, health, and creative expression.

This is where advocacy meets artistry, where mission meets marketplace.

WOW Festival | Saturday, April 5 | Inner Harbor

Tickets at wowbaltimore.org
Come ready to engage, connect, and be inspired.

Baltimore’s walls talk—and women are holding the brush.Join us at 1:30 PM in the Multipurpose Room for The Evolution of ...
04/03/2025

Baltimore’s walls talk—and women are holding the brush.

Join us at 1:30 PM in the Multipurpose Room for The Evolution of Women in the Arts, where the storytellers behind the murals, mixed media, and movement that shape our city come together for a powerful convo on creating in public, on purpose.

Featuring voices that don’t just make art—they build neighborhoods with it:
   •   Jude Kelly, The WOW Foundation
   •   Natalia Celine Arias, muralist & multidisciplinary designer
   •   Rowan Bathurst, visual artist with a raw, grounded lens
   •   Christina Delgado, founder of Tola’s Room and creative force behind femme-forward installations

From rowhomes to rooftops, these women are transforming Baltimore into a living gallery—one brushstroke, beat, and bold idea at a time.

This is art in motion. Community-built. Baltimore-rooted. Don’t miss it.

Calling all early risers and go-getters—WOW Baltimore kicks off with purpose and caffeine!Doors open at 9:00 AM and free...
04/03/2025

Calling all early risers and go-getters—WOW Baltimore kicks off with purpose and caffeine!

Doors open at 9:00 AM and free coffee is on us to fuel your morning.

Join us at 9:30 AM on the Main Stage for “Views in the News”—a sharp, energizing conversation unpacking today’s biggest headlines and the narratives shaping our world.

From what’s making waves to what’s going unheard, this powerhouse panel will help you make sense of it all—with voices that lead, question, and inspire:
   •   Ashley Sterner, WYPR
   •   Jude Kelly, The WOW Foundation
   •   Lisa Snowden, The Baltimore Beat
   •   Nichole’ C. Gatewood, Esq., Gatewood and Associates

Start strong. Stay sharp. Let’s go.

04/03/2025

💥We love being "that house" when it comes to holiday decorating! 😎 These Funny Animated Dueling Banjo Skeletons are hands down our best Halloween addition yet. 😍 They’re a total showstopper—people can’t resist stopping to snapa photos and watch the musical showdown! A must-have for serious Halloween vibes. 🎸💀

✨ WORKSHOP SPOTLIGHT Get ready to GLOW with Ayanna Anderson, owner of , at WOW Baltimore 2025!In her hands-on workshop,...
04/03/2025

✨ WORKSHOP SPOTLIGHT

Get ready to GLOW with Ayanna Anderson, owner of , at WOW Baltimore 2025!

In her hands-on workshop, “GLOW UP: DIY Body Scrub + Self-Love Affirmation Experience,” you’ll mix your own custom scrub using natural ingredients—then pair it with powerful affirmations crafted by you, for you.

Ayanna started Clarity by LNE as a healing journey for herself and her daughter, and it’s grown into a movement centered on holistic skincare, self-love, and transformation.

This isn’t just about exfoliating your skin—it’s about reconnecting with yourself.
Make it part of your WOW day. Tickets in bio.

✨ SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT Attorney Nicholé C. Gatewood, Esq. brings a sharp legal mind and deep community insight to everythin...
04/03/2025

✨ SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT

Attorney Nicholé C. Gatewood, Esq. brings a sharp legal mind and deep community insight to everything she does. As the founder of Gatewood & Associates, LLC, she’s known for her no-nonsense approach, her passion for advocacy, and her commitment to justice that actually serves people.

At WOW Baltimore 2025, Nichole joins the “Views in the News” panel—a fast-paced, thought-provoking conversation about the headlines of today, and what’s really going on beneath them.

Expect clarity, wit, and perspective with purpose.
Tickets in bio.

✨ SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT At WOW Baltimore 2025, award-winning journalist Denise Koch brings her signature depth and grace to...
04/01/2025

✨ SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT

At WOW Baltimore 2025, award-winning journalist Denise Koch brings her signature depth and grace to a one-on-one conversation with Olympian Dominique Dawes.

Known for asking the questions that go beyond the surface, Denise will lead a powerful dialogue about excellence, resilience, and reinvention—tracing Dominique’s journey from world-class gymnast to advocate, entrepreneur, and changemaker.

It’s not just an interview—it’s a moment.
Be there. Tickets in bio.

✨ SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT Tonika Garibaldi is the Program Director at , an organization reshaping what community investment l...
04/01/2025

✨ SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT

Tonika Garibaldi is the Program Director at , an organization reshaping what community investment looks like—one home, one woman, one block at a time. Her work focuses on skilled trades, homeownership, and generational wealth through hands-on transformation.

At WOW Baltimore 2025, Tonika joins the conversation on what it means to build—literally and figuratively—with and for women. Her leadership in the construction and development space is grounded in deep community connection and bold vision.

Come hear what real change looks like. Tickets in bio.

✨ SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT Chef Catina Smith () is a culinary force and community builder changing the food scene in Baltimore ...
03/28/2025

✨ SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT

Chef Catina Smith () is a culinary force and community builder changing the food scene in Baltimore and beyond. As the founder of Just Call Me Chef and co-founder of Our Time Kitchen, she’s created spaces that uplift, connect, and make room for Black women in the culinary world.

A bold presence on Baltimore’s food scene, Catina will join the “Breaking Bread” panel at WOW Baltimore 2025 to talk about how food builds community, tells stories, and makes space for change.

Come for the flavor—stay for the conversation.
Tickets available now—link in bio.

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