Don't miss this special opportunity to "be in the room" with comedian Jen Fulwiler and hundreds of supporters of a new wave of feminism - one where women don't feel forced to choose between their children and/or career and that helps women understand that our bodies are created beautiful and deserve respect, understanding and care.
Join us for virtual cocktails at 6pm Central
Program 7pm Central
Jen Fulwiler is a standup comic, bestselling author, and mom of six.
For years she was a daily SiriusXM talk radio host, and she quit that job to do comedy full time. She self-produced her first standup comedy tour — booking theaters across the country with nothing more than a Google search and her personal credit card — and sold out almost every show. Her standup comedy special, The Naughty Corner, is available on Amazon.
Her podcast, The Jen Fulwiler Show, debuted in the Comedy Top 10 on Apple Podcasts, and sounds like someone giving a TED Talk after three mimosas.
Her first book, Something Other than God, was a finalist in the Goodreads Reader Choice Awards, ranked alongside books by Hillary Clinton and Rob Lowe. Her book One Beautiful Dream was a Wall Street Journal bestseller, hit the Amazon Top 25, and was a #1 bestseller at Barnes and Noble. Her newest title, Your Blue Flame, was featured on the Today Show.
She lives with her six kids, husband, a huge dog, and a one-eyed cat in a three-bedroom house in Austin, Texas.
Jen Fulwiler is represented by United Talent and Tigerman Management.
Jen is epic.
Jen Fulwiler is one of the funniest, and cleanest, comedians out there today!
You'll laugh, you'll cry, Jen is just that good!
Also featuring:
Leah A. Jacobson
Founder, The Guiding Star Project
Leah is CEO of the National Guiding Star Project which she started in 2011, feeling called to help women by providing resources that honor Natural Law and promote a New Feminism, with medical centers that uphold the truth of the human dignity at all stages of life. Leah lives in Minnesota and works as an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Leah will be live on-site in Brainerd, Minnesota at The Woods Event Centre.
Sister Dierdre "Dede" Byrne
Sister, Surgeon, Soldier
Sister Dede is an American religious sister, retired surgeon, and outspoken advocate for human rights. Her life and work are characterized by a deep commitment to serving the marginalized and a strong dedication to her faith.
Sister Dede gained widespread recognition and admiration for her impassioned speech at the 2020 Republican National Convention. Her powerful words resonated with many and elevated her status as a vocal advocate for the dignity of all human life.
Lisa Canning
Your Virtual Event Host, The Possibility Mom
Lisa Canning is a mom of 11 who defies all stereotypes regarding children being an impediment to goals and dreams. Author of The Possibility Mom: How to be a Great Mom and Pursue Your Dreams at the Same Time, Lisa will be your virtual host for this event, making you feel like you are right in the room from the comfort of your home!
Support this virtual event if:
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you desire women to increase their basic understanding of their bodies and fertility
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you want to see real change in society that empowers women
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you believe in a new kind of feminism that empowers and celebrates women without trying to alter, suppress or change their bodies
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you support the idea of an expansion of 50 women's natural healthcare clinics by the year 2032
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you want to help Guiding Star fulfill its mission of advancing a wholistic feminist worldview and optimize wholistic women's healthcare throughout the United States
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you want to feel like you're a part of the room where it happens, from the comfort of your own home!
Frequently Asked Questions:
When is the event?
The event will be held in person at The Woods in Brainerd, Minnesota on June 24, 2023 with cocktails beginning at 6pm Central, program beginning at 7pm Central and dancing at 9:15pm Central. This virtual event is a way for us to engage our supporters across the entire United States and beyond.
How do I access the virtual event?
Once you have purchased your virtual event ticket, an email will be sent to the email your registered with, with a link that will gain you live access to the event. You'll be able to watch live and in real time comedian Jen Fulwiler, Guiding Star Project founder Leah A. Jacobson, and your virtual event host Lisa Canning in this unique fundraising evening!
What are you fundraising for?
We are fundraising specifically to:
- Expand to 50 women's natural healthcare clinics by the year 2032
- Pilot the Women's Health Week program on a college campus in the spring of 2024
- Host annual Wholistic Feminism Conferences
Our goal is to raise $125,000 at our Illuminate Gala.
Will there be a recording if I cannot watch live?
Yes! You will be able to watch the event as many times as you want after the live event if you cannot watch live.
I would like to attend the event in person in Minnestoa, can I do that?
In-person tickets for the live event in Brainerd, Minnesota may be purchased until June 22, 2023 right here.
Why should I attend the virtual gala?
You should attend the virtual gala if you believe that women deserve a better standard of health care, and if you want to be a part of it.