AGWID Presenters

Stella Pope Duarte

Stella is a critically acclaimed author, human rights advocate and college professor. Critics have described her as one of the writers “who will enlarge humanity.”

Rasheda Worthy

Rasheda holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Masters Degree in Social Work from Arizona State University, and is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in Public Health. Through volunteer service she began her professional career with the City of Phoenix At Risk Youth Division.

Charlene Costanzo

Charlene is an award- winning author and entrepreneur. Charlene founded a business with a fresh new approach to gifts and gift-giving.

Billie Davis

Billie is the Executive Director of One More Step Coalition, a multi-faceted grassroots drug, underage drinking and violence prevention Coalition.

Dr. Gloria Burgess

Dr. Burgess is the author of Dare to Wear Your Soul on the Outside and Legacy Living. She has taught and led retreats for over 30 years.

Kacie Wielgus Buzzard

Kacie is a media and marketing consultant working primarily with high schools. Her workshop will focus on empowering our girls to be civically engaged; the importance of involving girls in advocacy, political and governmental processes.