The phrase "woman elders" refers to women who are older and hold respected positions of authority or leadership in their community or group. They are considered knowledgeable and experienced, providing guidance and wisdom to others. Full definition
With women elders at the center, we have been pursuing a process of listening and learning to understand how we can best support this area of our work and advance new leadership opportunities for Indigenous girls and women. (novofoundation.org)
However, one of the newly elected women elders volunteered to bring Mary to church. (religion-online.org)
Our work has been deeply informed by convenings of Indigenous women elders, where we have sought to honor their ancestral knowledge while also lifting up their matriarchal roles in their various communities. (novofoundation.org)