National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL)

submitted by Lori Cincotta, AAUW SCCB C/U Liaison to Saddleback College

From May 27 to June 1, the Saddleback College International Student Office supported seven outstanding female student leaders from the AAUW campus club in presenting at the National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL), held at the University of Maryland, College Park. Their panel, “From Student Club to Non-Profit: Advancing Financial Literacy for First-Generation Minority Women,” showcased their work launching a financial literacy training initiative for first-generation minority women, both on campus and in the local community. Their efforts included:

Partnering with the FDIC’s Money Smart Program
Collaborating with local nonprofit organizations
Building strong support networks for underserved women

The panel also shared best practices on sustaining a successful student club, promoting women’s leadership, and creating long-term community impact through strategic partnerships.