Women’s Diversity Network

What Women’s Diversity Network does

Women's Diversity Network (WDN), legally known as WDN Resource Center, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit social movement organization founded in February 2017 by Shanequa Levin and headquartered in Miller Place, New York, with a secondary address in Grayson, Georgia. The organization operates with 1–10 employees to advance health, wealth, racial, and gender equity on Long Island through community organizing, leadership development, advocacy coalitions, and educational programming. WDN runs an integrated portfolio of programs including the Youth Justice Leadership Program (a 7-month civic engagement program for grades 9–12 capped at 25 students per cohort), the Maternal Justice Coalition of Long Island (100+ coalition members addressing maternal health inequities for Black women), the Women's Economic Mobility Hub (a 20-week workforce development initiative formerly known as the Wealth Equity Fellowship), the LI United to Transform Policing & Community Safety coalition, and the WDN Leadership Team (volunteer-led workshops). It also offers fee-for-service DEI training (e.g., 'How to Manage Bias,' A.R.T. Anti-Racism Training), support circles for new parents, and two anchor annual events: the Diversity Summit (held since 2018, most recently April 2026 at Nassau Community College with 2027 already planned for Garden City) and the inaugural Radiant Renaissance Gala (launched September 2024 at The Lannin in East Meadow).

The organization's business model is a diversified nonprofit funding stack with no proprietary technology platform: revenue is generated through tiered individual donations (Bronze Friend $200 to Diamond Friend $5,000+), annual memberships (WDN Leader $65, WDN Associate $100, Organization $100), corporate sponsorships ($500+ with Summit co-hosting benefits), fee-for-service DEI workshops for organizations, Gala and Summit ticketing, merchandise sales (Bonfire store), and grants from foundations and corporate giving programs including Long Island Community Foundation, Veatch Program, TD Charitable Foundation, National Grid, Borealis Philanthropy, United Way of Long Island, NYS Department of Health regrants, Long Island Racial Equity Donor Collaborative, and Klein-Kaufman Family Foundation. WDN's go-to-market is community-led and event-driven: members are acquired through interest forms, annual donations, and word-of-mouth within Long Island's equity ecosystem; the Diversity Summit and Gala serve as flagship engagement moments; and the Leadership Team plus coalition structures create recurring touchpoints (monthly virtual meetings, 12 per year). The organization is governed by a board including Carla Simpson (Chair), Sadie Garrick (ClearBridge Investments), Nyrekia White (Treasurer), Debbie Mercer Miller, and others, and is funded by a mix of individual Platinum Friends and institutional sponsors. Revenue figures are not publicly disclosed.

Name

Women’s Diversity Network

Legal name

WDN Resource Center

Website

https://womensdiversitynetwork.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Women's Diversity Network is a 501(c)(3) social movement nonprofit founded in 2017 and based on Long Island, NY, that advances health, wealth, racial, and gender equity through leadership programs, advocacy coalitions, annual summits and galas, and fee-for-service DEI training for women, youth, and community organizations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Justice and Diversity Advocacy Services

NAICS

Human Rights Organizations (813311), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Individual and Family Services (6241)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Workplace Culture, DEI & Psychological Safety (EDAAAKAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

School Climate, Culture & Belonging Initiatives (DEI-Aligned) (EDAKAMAM), Health & Support Communities (BPAMABAL)

Keywords

• Diversity equity inclusion
• Community advocacy services
• Workforce development training
• Maternal health equity
• Nonprofit social services

Headquarters

HQ city

Miller Place

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations (Friend Giving Levels): WDN receives donations from individual supporters through tiered giving levels: Bronze Friend ($200), Silver Friend ($300), Gold Friend ($400), Platinum Friend ($500), and Diamond Friend ($5000+). Benefits include free admission to trainings, acknowledgment on website and newsletter, and Summit/Gala tickets.
2. Leadership and Associate Memberships: WDN generates revenue through annual membership donations: WDN Leaders ($65/year, seniors/students $40), WDN Associates ($100/year), and Organization memberships ($100/year). These members receive benefits including free or discounted event access.
3. Corporate Sponsorship: Organizations sponsor WDN with annual donations of $500 or more, receiving benefits including Diversity Summit co-hosting, website and social media recognition, newsletter mentions, and option to table at Summit.
4. Event Revenue (Gala): WDN hosts an annual Gala with ticket sales and sponsor recognition. The inaugural 2024 Gala was held at The Lannin in East Meadow featuring a fashion show and performances.
5. Workshop Training Fees: WDN offers fee-for-service workshops including 'How to Manage Bias' and 'A.R.T. (Anti-Racism Training)' to organizations and businesses seeking DEI education.
6. Foundation and Grant Funding: WDN receives funding from foundations and corporate giving programs including Long Island Community Foundation, Veatch Program, TD Charitable Foundation, National Grid, Four Leaf Federal Credit Union, Borealis Philanthropy, United Way, and others.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Women's Diversity Network (WDN) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit social movement organization that connects and mobilizes women and gender-expansive people across racial and socioeconomic lines through leadership programs, advocacy coalitions, DEI training workshops, workforce development, and an annual Diversity Summit. Its core work addresses four interconnected equity areas—health (maternal justice), wealth (economic mobility), racial (policing and community safety), and gender equity—primarily serving Long Island, New York communities.

Product overview

Women's Diversity Network (WDN) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operating as a social movement organization that connects and mobilizes women and gender-expansive people of different backgrounds to create positive change. The organization offers a portfolio of programs and services including the Youth Justice Leadership Program (a 7-month civic engagement program for high school students), the Maternal Justice Coalition of Long Island (addressing maternal health inequities), the Women's Economic Mobility Hub (a 20-week workforce development initiative formerly known as the Wealth Equity Fellowship), and the WDN Leadership Team (volunteer-led educational workshops and community discussions). Additional offerings include the annual Diversity Summit, workshops and training programs on bias, anti-racism, and cultural awareness, support circles for new parents, merchandise, and advocacy initiatives including the LI United coalition for policing and community safety transformation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Maternal Justice Coalition: A coalition focused on decreasing implicit bias, health inequity, and racial disparity in maternal care for Black women and Black birthing people on Long Island.
• Women's Economic Mobility Hub
• Youth Justice Leadership Program
• LI United To Transform Policing & Community Safety
• WDN Resource Center

Products and services

• Youth Justice Leadership Program (YJLP) A 7-month cohort-based civic engagement program capped at 25 students per cohort for personalized support. Students in grades 9-12 attend weekly virtual sessions on Wednesdays 6:00-8:00 PM via Zoom, build advocacy skills, understand systems of inequity, design collective action campaigns, and showcase their work in-person at the Annual Summit.
• Maternal Justice Coalition of Long Island A coalition of 100+ organizations, agencies, clinicians, and individuals (with a 30+ member Task Force) working to decrease implicit bias, health inequity, and racial disparity in maternal care for Black women and Black birthing people on Long Island. Partners include Birth Justice Warriors, Suffolk County Office of Minority Health, Long Island Doula Association, and Health & Welfare Council of Long Island.
• Women's Economic Mobility Hub A 20-week workforce development initiative (formerly Wealth Equity Fellowship) that supports women and individuals from systemically marginalized backgrounds, bridging the wealth gap by exposing participants to diverse career pathways, building professional skills, and connecting them to mentors. Funded by TD Charitable Foundation, National Grid, and United Way of Long Island; 2026 cohort applications open.
• WDN Leadership Team A volunteer leadership group of WDN Leaders who commit to attending 8 of 12 monthly virtual meetings per year, co-create workshops and trainings, and plan the annual Diversity Summit. Members join through interest forms, interviews, and a $65/year annual donation ($40 for seniors/students; fee waivers available).
• Annual Diversity Summit Annual flagship event bringing diverse attendees together to learn about social justice issues and celebrate cultures. Features workshops (30+ at the 2019 Summit), networking, multicultural entertainment, and cultural experiences. The 2026 Summit was held April 25 at Nassau Community College; a 2027 Summit is planned for Garden City, NY.
• Workshops & Training Programs Fee-for-service and donation-based DEI training portfolio including 'How to Manage Bias,' 'A.R.T. (Anti-Racism Training),' 'The Language of Cultural Awareness,' 'Identifying Your Leadership Style,' 'Combating Maternal Mortality,' and LGBTQIA+ education. Sold to organizations, businesses, and community groups; some workshops accept donations in lieu of fixed fees.
• Support Circles Free peer support circles for expecting and new parents, including Black Support Circles, New Mom Support Circle, and Dad Support Circle. Provided at no cost to participants.
• WDN Merchandise Official WDN-branded merchandise including sweatshirts and shirts sold through the Bonfire third-party store, with proceeds supporting WDN's sustainability.
• Annual WDN Gala Annual fundraising gala with ticket sales and sponsor recognition. The inaugural 2024 'Radiant Renaissance: A Gala of Diverse Trends' was held at The Lannin in East Meadow featuring a fashion show and performances; a 2026 Gala is planned.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100+ coalition members in Maternal Justice Coalition working to decrease implicit bias and health inequity
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and major.

• Health & Welfare Council of Long IslandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWDN partnered with the Health & Welfare Council of Long Island to build upon the foundation of the Maternal Justice Coalition, combining strengths to amplify collective impact in advancing maternal justice on Long Island.
• Birth Justice WarriorscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the Maternal Justice Coalition working to decrease implicit bias, health inequity, and racial disparity in maternal care for Black women and Black birthing people.
• Long Island Doula AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition partner working to ensure equitable access to doula and midwifery services across all counties and support positive maternal health outcomes.
• Suffolk County Office of Minority HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the Maternal Justice Coalition working to address maternal health disparities and improve outcomes for Black women and other vulnerable populations on Long Island.
• LI United to Transform Policing & Community SafetycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerA coalition of WDN that is Black-led, multi-racial, multi-ethnic, gender inclusive, and multi-generational. It consists of organizations, activists, and community members working to ensure genuine public safety for all Long Island communities through The People's Plan for reimagining policing and public safety.
• National Committee of Negro Women - Suffolk SectioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization represented on WDN Leadership Team by Adesuwa Obasohan-Watson as WDN Partner. Collaborates on diversity and equity initiatives.
• Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Sigma Psi Omega ChaptercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization represented by Hughette Clarke as WDN Partner. Collaborates on diversity initiatives and co-sponsored the 2026 Diversity Summit.
• Planned Parenthood Hudson PeconiccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization represented by Kaitlyn Pawlukojc as WDN Partner. Platinum sponsor of 2026 Diversity Summit and supports reproductive health equity initiatives.
• AARP Long IslandminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBronze sponsor of WDN 2021 Summit and contributor to WDN's sustainability. Supports diversity and equity initiatives for older adults.
• PPHP (Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerBronze sponsor of WDN 2021 Summit.
• NYCB (New York Community Bank)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerBronze sponsor of WDN 2021 Summit.
• ClearBridge InvestmentsmajorGTM or Marketing Partner2024 Gala sponsor. Sadie Garrick, Director and Head of Corporate and Philanthropic Initiatives at ClearBridge Investments, serves on WDN's Board of Directors.
• National GridmajorGTM or Marketing Partner2024 Gala sponsor and ongoing supporter. Gold sponsor of WDN 2021 Summit.
• Flagstar BankminorGTM or Marketing Partner2024 Gala sponsor supporting WDN's events and initiatives.
• Harmony Health CareminorGTM or Marketing Partner2024 Gala sponsor supporting health equity initiatives.
• News 12 Long IslandminorGTM or Marketing Partner2024 Gala sponsor and media partner covering WDN events and initiatives.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• National Women's Law Center: National nonprofit advocating for gender equity across policy areas including workplace fairness, healthcare access, and economic security. Operates at significantly larger scale but pursues the same gender equity outcomes WDN addresses at the regional level.
• Every Mother Counts: National maternal health advocacy organization working to improve birth outcomes and maternal care access. Directly comparable mission focus to WDN's Maternal Justice Coalition, though operating at national scale.

Direct peers

• Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Service organization advancing women of color through education, advocacy, and community service. WDN's Sigma Psi Omega Chapter is a listed partner and 2026 Diversity Summit co-sponsor, indicating directly overlapping DEI missions and audiences.
• Urban League of Long Island: Long Island affiliate of the National Urban League focused on racial equity and economic empowerment for historically excluded communities. Directly comparable mission to WDN's wealth and racial equity programs in the same geography.
• Black Mamas Matter Alliance: National alliance advancing Black maternal health, rights, and justice — directly aligned with WDN's Maternal Justice Coalition mission around Black maternal mortality, doula access, and birth equity on Long Island.
• NAACP Long Island Branch: Long Island-based affiliate of the NAACP working on racial equity, policing reform, and community safety — the same issues WDN's LI United coalition addresses. Both organizations mobilize Long Island communities around racial justice advocacy.
• National Council of Negro Women (NCNW): National advocacy organization advancing economic, educational, and social equity for Black women and their families. WDN's National Committee of Negro Women - Suffolk Section is a listed partner, and both organizations center women of color, DEI, and cross-community coalition-building.
• Mocha Moms: National support organization for mothers of color. WDN founder Shanequa Levin served as Mocha Moms Long Island Chapter President and Regional Director, and the populations and maternal/parenting support focus (WDN's New Mom and Black Support Circles) directly overlap.
• YWCA of Long Island: Regional women's empowerment organization delivering DEI programming, advocacy, and direct services on Long Island. Comparable nonprofit structure, women's equity focus, and regional service footprint to WDN.
• Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic: Long Island-based reproductive health and advocacy organization, listed as WDN partner and Platinum sponsor of the 2026 Diversity Summit. Comparable nonprofit structure, regional service area, and intersection with WDN's health equity agenda.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/WomenDvrsty
• Instagraminstagram.com/womendvrsty
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/women-s-diversity-network

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Profiles10 records

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