Whitney Kimball Coe
About the Episode:
In this episode, Whitney Kimball Coe shares her inspiring journey of embracing her rural identity and living out the life lessons modeled by her grandmother: hope, joy, and gratitude. From growing up in Tennessee to her work with the Center for Rural Strategies and leading the Rural Assembly, and now on the path to becoming an ordained Episcopal priest, Whitney’s story is a powerful reminder of the importance of community and caring for the people around us.
Whitney reflects on the role of humor, gratitude, family, and faith as she navigates an unexpected and sometimes nonlinear journey—while finding ways to stay hopeful, serve her community, and make space for women to lead.
Rural Assembly: Whitney Kimball Coe's Reflections
Whitney Kimball Coe's LinkedIn
East Tennessee State University
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
About the Podcast:
Join our founder, Teresa Kittridge, as she sets out every week to interview 100 women who have made a difference in rural communities and beyond. These are women who have led positive change while overcoming challenges and breaking barriers.
We see a future where more rural women lead positive change for themselves, their families, communities, the nation, and the world. Our mission with this podcast is to highlight the amazing women making a difference in our rural communities & inspiring others to take leadership in theirs.
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About 100 Rural Women:
100 Rural Women creates connections and inspires leadership. We see a future where more rural women lead positive change for themselves, their families, communities, the nation and the world. We are committed to building leadership through networks, mentorship, education, and civic engagement. Our 501(c) 3 non-profit organization is non-partisan.
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