Local young women are taking action to be the next leaders of tomorrow.

Clark County hosted its annual Regional Young Women's Leadership Expo at the Government Center on Friday.

Keynote speaker, Shaquille O'Neal's mother, Dr. Lucille O'Neal kicked off the event by sharing her personal journey.

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About 350 young women ranging from grades 6 - 12 were in attendance to learn how to tap into their full potential.

The expo featured a resource fair with internship opportunities, interactive food tastings with local chefs, fashion shows to demonstrate style options, and empowering conversations with local female leaders.

The annual event provides programming to give opportunities to women who may not typically be selected for leadership roles.