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Atlanta Women's Connection

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Contact: 

Carolyn Rehling, Chapter Marketing Chair

Susan Bruce, Chapter Communications Chair

Atlanta@womenconnecting.org

www.womenconnecting.org

Acworth Women Named to Atlanta Women’s

Connection Steering Committee

Empowering, Engaging, and Connecting Women 50 and Forward

Atlanta, GA – June 18, 2025 – Women’s Connection – Atlanta has appointed Acworth’s Susan Bruce (Communications Chair) and Lynn Anderson (Chair Emeritus and Founder) to its 2025-26 Steering Committee.

Atlanta Women’s Connection is the local chapter of the national organization Women’s Connection. With a mission to empower and engage women as they enter their 50s and beyond, the organization offers a robust calendar of in-person and virtual events. The Atlanta chapter’s vibrant array of ongoing monthly activities and curated events includes book clubs, movie groups, Mah Jongg, dining events, coffees, walks, hikes, cooking events, peer groups, community volunteering, and more. The National organization also provides opportunities to participate in virtual programs and events.

“Members of our Atlanta chapter impress me every day with the way they actively participate in each other’s lives – learning and growing together, inspiring and supporting each other, and establishing truly meaningful friendships. I’m excited to see what the smart, accomplished women who are joining the steering committee will bring to chapter life. I’m confident it’s going to be amazing,” said Darla Hastings, Women’s Connection Executive Director.

Interested in learning more about Atlanta Women’s Connection? The chapter enthusiastically welcomes new members throughout the year, with detailed information available at www.womenconnecting.org. The Atlanta chapter’s email address is Atlanta@womenconnecting.org. 

About Women’s Connection

Founded in 2000 in New York City, Women’s Connection is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with more than 3,000 members in 15 chapters across the United States. Members and guests connect in signature workshops and a robust calendar of in-person and virtual events, SIGs (Special Interest Groups), and Peer Groups. The overarching mission of Women’s Connection is to empower and engage women so they can thrive across life’s transitions.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:

Carolyn Rehling, Chapter Marketing Chair

Susan Bruce, Chapter Communications Chair

Atlanta@womenconnecting.org

www.womenconnecting.org

Atlanta Women’s Connection Welcomes Midtown Residents to 2025-26 Steering Committee

Empowering, Engaging, and Connecting Women 50 and Forward

Atlanta, GA – June 18, 2025 – Women’s Connection – Atlanta has appointed two midtown Atlanta women, Linda Broyd (ITP Membership Chair) and Morningside resident Phyllis Weiss (ITP Events Vice Chair), to its 2025-26 Steering Committee.

Atlanta Women’s Connection is the local chapter of the national organization Women’s Connection. With a mission to empower and engage women as they enter their 50s and beyond, the organization offers a robust calendar of in-person and virtual events. The Atlanta chapter’s vibrant array of ongoing monthly activities and curated events includes book clubs, movie groups, Mah Jongg, dining events, coffees, walks, hikes, cooking events, peer groups, community volunteering, and more. The National organization also provides opportunities to participate in virtual programs and events.

“Members of our Atlanta chapter impress me every day with the way they actively participate in each other’s lives – learning and growing together, inspiring and supporting each other, and establishing truly meaningful friendships. I’m excited to see what the smart, accomplished women who are joining the steering committee will bring to chapter life. I’m confident it’s going to be amazing,” said Darla Hastings, Women’s Connection Executive Director.

Interested in learning more about Atlanta Women’s Connection? The chapter enthusiastically welcomes new members throughout the year, with detailed information available at www.womenconnecting.org. The Atlanta chapter’s email address is Atlanta@womenconnecting.org. 

About Women’s Connection

Founded in 2000 in New York City, Women’s Connection is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with more than 3,000 members in 15 chapters across the United States. Members and guests connect in signature workshops and a robust calendar of in-person and virtual events, SIGs (Special Interest Groups), and Peer Groups. The overarching mission of Women’s Connection is to empower and engage women so they can thrive across life’s transitions.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: 

Carolyn Rehling, Chapter Marketing Chair

Susan Bruce, Chapter Communications Chair

Atlanta@womenconnecting.org

www.womenconnecting.org

Three Roswell Women Named to Atlanta Women’s

Connection Steering Committee

Empowering, Engaging, and Connecting Women 50 and Forward

Atlanta, GA – July 14, 2025 – Women’s Connection – Atlanta has appointed three Roswell residents to its 2025-26 Steering Committee: Cathy Carpenter (Events Chair), JoAnn D’Aleo Peer Groups Chair), and Erica Goodwin (OTP Membership Chair).

Atlanta Women’s Connection is the local chapter of Women’s Connection, a national 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to empower and engage women as they enter their 50s and beyond. The Atlanta chapter offers a robust monthly calendar of activities and curated events, including book clubs, movie groups, Mah Jongg, dining events, coffees, walks, hikes, tours, community volunteering, and more. The national organization also provides an array of virtual programs for members.

“Members of our Atlanta chapter impress me every day with the way they actively participate in each other’s lives – learning and growing together, inspiring and supporting each other, and establishing truly meaningful friendships. I’m excited to see what the smart, accomplished women who are joining the steering committee will bring to chapter life. I’m confident it’s going to be amazing,” said Darla Hastings, Women’s Connection Executive Director.

Interested in learning more about Atlanta Women’s Connection? The chapter enthusiastically welcomes new members throughout the year, with detailed information available at www.womenconnecting.org. The Atlanta chapter’s email address is Atlanta@womenconnecting.org. 

About Women’s Connection

Founded in 2000 in New York City, Women’s Connection is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with more than 3,000 members in 15 chapters across the United States. Members and guests connect in signature workshops and a robust calendar of in-person and virtual events, SIGs (Special Interest Groups), and Peer Groups. The overarching mission of Women’s Connection is to empower and engage women so they can thrive across life’s transitions.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: 

Carolyn Rehling, Chapter Marketing Chair

Susan Bruce, Chapter Communications Chair

Atlanta@womenconnecting.org

www.womenconnecting.org

Buckhead and Brookhaven Women Named to Atlanta Women’s

Connection Steering Committee

Empowering, Engaging, and Connecting Women 50 and Forward

Atlanta, GA – July 14, 2025 – Women’s Connection – Atlanta has appointed Buckhead’s Stephanie DeSouza (Special Interest Group Chair) and Brookhaven’s Carol Camerino (Chapter Chair) to its 2025-26 Steering Committee.

Atlanta Women’s Connection is the local chapter of Women’s Connection, a national 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to empower and engage women as they enter their 50s and beyond. The Atlanta chapter offers a robust monthly calendar of activities and curated events, including book clubs, movie groups, Mah Jongg, dining events, coffees, walks, hikes, tours, community volunteering, and more. The national organization also provides an array of virtual programs for members.

“Members of our Atlanta chapter impress me every day with the way they actively participate in each other’s lives – learning and growing together, inspiring and supporting each other, and establishing truly meaningful friendships. I’m excited to see what the smart, accomplished women who are joining the steering committee will bring to chapter life. I’m confident it’s going to be amazing,” said Darla Hastings, Women’s Connection Executive Director.

Interested in learning more about Atlanta Women’s Connection? The chapter enthusiastically welcomes new members throughout the year, with detailed information available at www.womenconnecting.org. The Atlanta chapter’s email address is Atlanta@womenconnecting.org. 

About Women’s Connection

Founded in 2000 in New York City, Women’s Connection is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with more than 3,000 members in 15 chapters across the United States. Members and guests connect in signature workshops and a robust calendar of in-person and virtual events, SIGs (Special Interest Groups), and Peer Groups. The overarching mission of Women’s Connection is to empower and engage women so they can thrive across life’s transitions.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: 

Carolyn Rehling, Chapter Marketing Chair

Susan Bruce, Chapter Communications Chair

Atlanta@womenconnecting.org

www.womenconnecting.org

Eight Decatur Women Join Atlanta Women’s

Connection Steering Committee

Empowering, Engaging, and Connecting Women 50 and Forward

Atlanta, GA – June 18, 2025 – Women’s Connection – Atlanta has appointed eight Decatur residents to its 2025-26 Steering Committee: Sue Ahmed (Vice Chair, Volunteer Committee), Beth Athanassiades (Nominating Chair), Diana Caplan (Vice Chair, Peer Groups), Becky Conover (Secretary), Laura Greenberg (ITP Events Vice Chair), Rhoda Margolis (Founding Member and Special Advisor), Carolyn Rehling (Marketing Chair), and Jodi Tarpinian (Treasurer).

Atlanta Women’s Connection is the local chapter of the national organization Women’s Connection. With a mission to empower and engage women as they enter their 50s and beyond, the organization offers a robust calendar of in-person and virtual events. The Atlanta chapter hosts a vibrant array of ongoing monthly activities and curated events, including multiple book clubs, movie groups, Mah Jongg, dining events, coffees, walks, hikes, cooking events, peer groups discussions, tours, community volunteering, and more. The National organization also provides virtual opportunities to participate in additional programs and events.

“Members of our Atlanta chapter impress me every day with the way they actively participate in each other’s lives – learning and growing together, inspiring and supporting each other, and establishing truly meaningful friendships. I’m excited to see what the smart, accomplished women who are joining the steering committee will bring to chapter life. I’m confident it’s going to be amazing,” said Darla Hastings, Women’s Connection Executive Director.



Interested in learning more about Atlanta Women’s Connection? The chapter enthusiastically welcomes new members throughout the year, with detailed information available at www.womenconnecting.org. The Atlanta chapter’s email address is Atlanta@womenconnecting.org. 

About Women’s Connection

Founded in 2000 in New York City, Women’s Connection is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with more than 3,000 members in 15 chapters across the United States. Members and guests connect in signature workshops and a robust calendar of in-person and virtual events, SIGs (Special Interest Groups), and Peer Groups. The overarching mission of Women’s Connection is to empower and engage women so they can thrive across life’s transitions.

Contact:

Carol Camerino, Chapter Marketing Chair

Susan Bruce, Chapter Communications Chair

Atlanta@womenconnecting.org

www.womenconnecting.org

Atlanta Women’s Connection Membership Drive for Women

Ages 50 and Forward

Empowering, Engaging, and Connecting Women in Their Second and Third Acts

Atlanta, GA – October 7, 2024 – Women’s Connection – Atlanta invites women ages 50 and forward to join a vibrant community focused on personal growth, learning, making new social connections, and positively embracing the various phases of reinvention and rediscovering that are the hallmarks of this wonderful life stage. Women’s Connection – Atlanta is the local chapter of the national nonprofit Women’s Connection.

As women move into their 50s and beyond, they face unique challenges and opportunities. Some of these are immensely rewarding, while others can be daunting. Women’s Connection – Atlanta provides a community of like-minded and supportive women who share life experiences, participate in engaging and fun programs, and develop rewarding friendships.

Why join Women’s Connection – Atlanta?

• Connections: Develop friendships with like-minded women who understand the joys and challenges of life after 50 and embrace all life has to offer. Monthly SIGs (Special Interest Groups) offer activities around shared interests and passions, including Mah Jongg, Book Clubs, Walking Groups, Movie Groups, Coffee Meet Ups. and more! Any member can propose and organize a new SIG.

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• Personal Development: Participate in numerous growth opportunities and special events, including our Speaker Series as well as national virtual programs and workshops (recent topics included Artificial Intelligence (AI), Modern Friendship with a nationally recognized author/journalist, iPhone Photography, Meditation, Writing and Sharing Stories for Future Generations, and Sustainability).

   

• Peer Groups: Informal discussion groups of 8-12 members who meet monthly are a key pillar members’ experiences. These small groups within the larger Women's Connection community enable women to have thought-provoking and stimulating conversations relating to topics of interest to them at this transitional time of life.
  
  
• Impact the Larger Community: Take part in group volunteer initiatives during the year, supporting causes members care about and enjoying the enthusiasm and camaraderie of joining with other members to make a difference.

Join us! Sign up online at www.womenconnecting.org and select ‘join now’ at the top right of your screen. Membership is open to all women ages 50 and forward and dues are $140 per year.

If you’d like to learn more, email Atlanta@womenconnecting.org and a member of the steering committee will reach out. Women’s Connection – Atlanta is an entirely volunteer and member-run organization.

About Women’s Connection

Founded in 2000 in New York City,Women’s Connectionis a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with more than 3,000 members in 15 chapters across the United States. Members and guests connect in signature workshops and a robust calendar of in-person and virtual events, SIGs (Special Interest Groups), and Peer Groups. The overarching mission of Women’s Connection is to empower and engage women so they can thrive across life’s transitions.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:

Susan Bruce, Chapter Communications Chair

Carol Camerino, Chapter Marketing Chair

Atlanta@womenconnecting.org

www.womenconnecting.org

Atlanta Women’s Connection Spreads Warmth with Over 200 New Coats for Inspiritus’ Annual Hope Tree

Empowering, Engaging, and Connecting Women in Their Second and Third Acts

Atlanta, GA – December 6, 2024 – Women’s Connection – Atlanta recently supported Inspiritus’ Annual Hope Tree campaign, joining in to keep Atlanta area children warm this winter.

Decatur resident Susan Ahmed, one of Women’s Connection – Atlanta’s community volunteer co-chairs, spearheaded the group’s annual coat drive once again this year and set an ambitious goal to exceed 2023’s donations by 100%. Members enthusiastically responded and donated over 200 brand new winter coats for children, infant through teen sizes, as well as a number of gently used adult ones.

"Each year, Inspiritus resettles a significant number of refugees as they begin their journey from surviving to thriving, and our Hope Tree campaign is the opportunity for us to give the gift of warmth to refugee and immigrant families," said Sarah Burke, community engagement manager at Inspiritus. "Our goal is to provide each of the 600+ clients we resettled this year with a warm coat for the winter, and this is made possible by the generosity of those in our community like Women's Connection - Atlanta who donated 204 coats this year. Each year, we are humbled and grateful to bring smiles to the faces of those who have faced significant challenges in adjusting to their new lives."

Women’s Connection – Atlanta’s chapter co-chair, Carol Camerino, continued, “Our group of engaged and committed women always rises to the challenge. With Sue Ahmed at the helm of this service project, we were confident we’d be successful. Huge thanks to our members for their generosity and support. It is gratifying to our entire membership to be part of this important initiative.”

Interested in learning more about Women’s Connection – Atlanta? Membership is open to all women ages 50 and forward in the greater Atlanta area and surrounding counties. Visit the Women’s Connection website (www.womenconnecting.org) and select the Atlanta chapter. Interested women can also email the chapter for more information at Atlanta@womenconnecting.org.

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