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Advocacy Day in Albany, NY
April 21 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm EDT
Program Overview: Join NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara for Albany Advocacy Day, hosted in collaboration with the NAWBO New York City Chapter. This is a unique opportunity to come together with women business owners from across the state and engage directly with the policymakers shaping our business environment.
The Buffalo/Niagara and NYC chapters are partnering to create a meaningful day at the State Capitol, with coordinated meetings with elected officials and time built in for connection and conversation. Whether this is your first time participating in advocacy or something you have been meaning to explore, you will be supported every step of the way.
📅 Event Details: Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 New York State Capitol State Street Albany, New York
🗣️ Why Attend: Your voice matters. Advocacy is one of the most important ways NAWBO shows up for women business owners, and this day is about making that impact visible. You will be part of conversations that influence policy, strengthen relationships with decision-makers, and represent the broader community of women entrepreneurs across New York State.
🕘 Schedule:
- 9:30 a.m. – Meet for Breakfast
- 10:30 a.m. – Arrive at the Capitol Building
- 11:00 a.m. – Meetings with Elected Officials
- 4:00 a.m. – End of Day with optional networking
🚗 Travel & Accommodations: You are welcome to travel to Albany the day before, on Monday, April 20, and stay overnight, or make the trip early Tuesday morning.
For those planning to stay overnight, a room block is available at the Hilton Albany, 40 Lodge Street, Albany, NY 12207
📩 Ready to Join Us? RSVP to info@nawbowny.org to reserve your spot and receive additional details.
More Ways to Connect. More Reasons to Belong.
Our events are just one way to connect, learn, and build meaningful relationships. Whether you’re attending a NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara gathering or exploring opportunities hosted by our members and community partners, there’s always something happening across WHY. Here’s what distinguishes our Chapter Events from Community Events.
Chapter Events are organized and hosted by NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara. These include monthly dinner meetings, held on the second Wednesday of each month, September through June, along with workshops, networking gatherings, and special events.
Community Events are hosted by our members, partners, and other organizations throughout WNY. These include educational programs, networking opportunities, fundraisers, and other events that support women business owners and our broader business community.