YWCA Hanover to Host 7th Annual EMERGE Women’s Conference
HANOVER, PA (September 16, 2026) – YWCA Hanover, a nonprofit focused on empowering women and strengthening families, is hosting its 7th annual EMERGE conference on October 9th, 2026, at its headquarters in Hanover, PA.
The EMERGE conference is a one-day professional and personal development event for women. It begins at 8:15 AM with breakfast and concludes at 4:30 PM with a fun, silent disco. Throughout the day, local women and community leaders will share their inspiring stories, ranging from health and wellness to career development and more.
“EMERGE is a day to bring together the women of our community,” says YWCA Hanover’s Interim CEO, Sherri Staub. “We love seeing the connections and development that come out of EMERGE, but most of all, we love seeing women succeed and empower themselves.”
Women from all different kinds of backgrounds attend the conference to network, grow professionally and personally, and hear experiences from other women in their respective fields. View the speaker list and schedule on YWCA Hanover’s website, and register for EMERGE 2026 today.
Sponsoring this event is Devon Ellis State Farm, Back2 Health, Cindy Fremont Edward Jones, Schmuck Lumber Co., WellSpan, UPMC, Family Smiles/Facial 32 Esthetics, Open Minds, Hanover Auto Team, The Savvy Reboot, ACNB, Panebaker Funeral Home, Webb Insurance, Graceful Balance Wellness, and Five19 Creative.
About YWCA Hanover
Since 1920, YWCA Hanover has worked to provide for women in the community. YWCA Hanover’s primary services include childcare, domestic violence services, social/racial injustice, women’s empowerment, and other mission-based programs.
Visit their website or social media for more information, and stay tuned for regular updates on social media leading up to the event.
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- September 22, 2026
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