BRING WOMEN'S HISTORY TO LIFE

Customized presentations for classrooms, communities, and conferences — all year long.
From keynote addresses to grassroots workshops, NWHA speakers inspire and inform.
Now booking for Women’s History Month and beyond.

Keynote Addresses & Featured Speakers

Planning a conference, gala, or signature event?
NWHA’s speakers bring vision, storytelling, and substance to the stage.

Keynotes and panels available from:

Dr. Jill Kracov Zinckgraf, Interim Executive Director
NWHA board members, historians, and movement leaders
Award-winning educators and authors

We match speakers to your event’s theme, goals, and audience — and work with budgets of all sizes.

About Our Presentations & Workshops

At the National Women’s History Alliance, we believe women’s history isn’t just a subject — it’s a movement. Our presentations uplift untold stories, challenge erasure, and connect the past to the present through dynamic speakers and thoughtful programming.

Whether you’re planning a Women’s History Month event, professional development session, classroom program, or community conversation — NWHA brings the stories of women’s leadership, resistance, and impact to life.

What Makes Our Presentations Different:

Rooted in historical accuracy and social justice
Delivered by diverse, experienced speakers
Tailored for your audience, format, and goals
Offered on a sliding scale to ensure accessibility

Custom Presentations & Workshops

We work with you to create a meaningful program tailored to your needs. These sessions are ideal for:

Schools & universities
Libraries & historical societies
Corporations & nonprofits
Advocacy groups & local coalitions

OUR SPEAKERS

Jill Kracov Zinckgraf

Interim Executive Director

Dr. Jill Kracov Zinckgraf is a nonprofit leader, educator, and nationally recognized speaker with over three decades of experience in women’s leadership, social justice, and systems change—work deeply rooted in honoring women’s history to better understand the path forward.

As the Interim Executive Director of the National Women’s History Alliance, she helps steer the national conversation on how women’s history is remembered, taught, and preserved. Known for her engaging and accessible presentation style, Jill brings together history, advocacy, and storytelling to inspire action across generations. Her past talks have explored topics such as Title IX, women in labor movements, inclusive curriculum, and feminist consciousness-raising. She has spoken at national conferences, universities, school districts, and grassroots organizations — always with a focus on connecting past to present and igniting civic engagement. At every turn, she champions the power of women’s stories to shift culture, shape policy, and build a more just future.

Rosita Stevens-Holsey

Board Member

Rosita Stevens-Holsey is a dynamic educator, writer, activist, community engager and budding family historian focused on sharing stories of historical and pioneering voices for children and adults to be inspired by.

In the spirit of enhancing the legacy of her aunt, Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray, Rosita has co-authored with Terry Catasús Jennings, a biography entitled “Pauli Murray: The Life of a Pioneering Feminist & Civil Rights Activist.” She holds a B.S. in Science and Education from State University of New York and a Master’s in Counseling and Human Services from Boston University. Rosita is president and founder of Preserving Pauli Murray, LLC, and is a proud board member of the National Women’s History Alliance of Santa Rosa, CA and the Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice in Durham, NC.

Cynthia Robinson Smith

Board Member

Cynthia Robinson Smith is a dedicated women’s historian, performer, and mental health advocate.

Since 2008, she has brought women’s history to life through educational programs, community engagement, and live historical portrayals. Her work centers Black history, women's empowerment, and the importance of accessible mental health education. A proud wife, mother, and daughter, Cynthia’s passion for advocacy is deeply rooted in both personal and collective histories.

Martha Wheelock

Board President

Martha Wheelock is a lifelong educator and documentary filmmaker who brings over 40 years of experience to her engaging presentations on women’s history, activism, and civic participation.

A dynamic storyteller, Martha has produced films on underrepresented women writers and suffragists, including VOTES FOR WOMEN, CALIFORNIA WOMEN WIN THE VOTE, and FINDING JUSTICE: The Untold Story of Women’s Fight for the Vote. Her presentations draw from this powerful body of work and are tailored for audiences ranging from classrooms to community organizations. A former teacher of English, Ethics, and Women’s Studies, Martha weaves historical depth, media, and advocacy into every session. She currently serves on the boards of the National Women’s History Alliance and the Justice Bell Foundation, and is Executive Director of Wild West Women, Inc., where she continues to amplify women’s stories through film and public speaking.

Serene Williams

Board Member

Serene Williams is a veteran educator and co-founder of Women’s History in High School, a national initiative advancing gender equity in curricula.

With over two decades of experience teaching social science at both the high school and collegiate levels, Serene brings a deep commitment to inclusive education. She holds degrees in political science and women’s studies, has developed original women’s history curricula, and mentors educators across the country. Alongside her teaching partner Kristen Kelly, she leads the grassroots campaign for the creation of an AP U.S. Women’s History course (WAPUSH), garnering widespread support from educators, historians, and institutions. Serene also directs a national student internship program and manages the Women’s History in High School website, amplifying student voices and increasing women’s representation in secondary education.

Book your presentation:

NWHA encourages everyone to discover the stories of the women in their own families and communities. Learning about the lives and achievements of our mothers, grandmothers, and great-grandmothers offers us deeper insight into our own experiences. Recognizing the dignity and contributions of women – both in our families and across different backgrounds – promotes greater self-esteem among girls and respect among boys and men.

The benefits of sharing women’s history are profound:

– increased academic success for girls

– reduced violence against women

– stronger, more cooperative communities

Her stories are our stories, and a truly inclusive history acknowledges the invaluable role women have always played in shaping America.