America First Women’s Initiative
The America First Women’s Initiative (AFWI) is a leadership program within the America First Policy Institute focused on elevating women leaders engaged in public policy, civic discourse, and community impact. As part of AFPI, AFWI works to highlight the role women play in shaping policies that affect families, healthcare, and communities nationwide.
AFWI brings together accomplished women from diverse professional backgrounds to contribute insight, leadership, and perspective on issues central to public engagement and policy development.
Role on the Executive Advisory Committee
Dr. Terri DeNeui serves on AFWI’s Executive Advisory Committee, a select group of influential female leaders who help guide the initiative’s strategic direction and priorities. In this advisory role, she provides expertise and counsel on key issue areas, supports program development, and contributes to broader outreach and engagement efforts that advance AFWI’s mission.
Her participation reflects a leadership position that influences both the initiative’s focus and its visibility within national policy conversations. This ensures that women’s voices, particularly those grounded in professional and clinical experience, remain an integral part of the dialogue.
Leadership & Strategic Influence
As a nationally recognized clinician and healthcare leader, Terri DeNeui, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, brings a grounded, real-world perspective to AFWI’s advisory work. Her experience in advanced practice nursing, integrative medicine, and healthcare education informs discussions around policy priorities affecting women, families, and community health.
Through her involvement with AFWI, Dr. Terri helps shape initiatives and conversations that emphasize thoughtful leadership, professional expertise, and informed public engagement. Terri is proud to serve as a voice that champions the importance of female leaders in both healthcare and policy-driven environments.