In the Washington metropolitan region, nearly half a million women and girls are living in or near poverty. We all have a stake in building the economic security of our region’s women and girls. The Women’s Foundation works to mobilize our community and provide solutions to eliminate the persistent barriers that disproportionately hinder women and girls from achieving economic security.
#AskHer Series: The Power of Black Women Entrepreneurs
During this discussion, Elizabeth Gay (Founder of Ìpàdé) and Ramunda Young (Co-Founder of MahoganyBooks) discussed their journey as an entrepreneur, the opportunities they’re creating
The conversation helped raise the awareness about safety resources for women, ways to advocate for women and the ever-present need to protect Black women
#AskHer Series: Caring for Nonprofit Leaders of Color
During this session, we explored the intersection of wellness and nonprofit leadership. We had a chat with C. Marie Taylor, President & Principal Consultant
Black Girls and Black femmes are the backbone of their communities, caregivers, decision-makers and give the most, yet often receive the least. In conversation
#AskHer Series: The Safety of Native American Women & Girls
This webinar featured Shannon O’Loughlin, Chief Executive & Attorney for the Association on American Indian Affairs. The Association on American Indian Affairs is the
#AskHer Series: Fresia Guzman, Director of Youth Opportunity Centers with Identity, Inc.
Our #AskHer series is an interview with our partners, community members and supporters who work tirelessly for women and girls. This interview is with Fresia
#AskHer Series: Alana Brown, Executive Director of The Safe Sisters Circle
Our #AskHer series is an interview with our partners, community members and supporters who work tirelessly for women and girls. This interview is with Alana
#AskHer Series: The Importance of Intersectional Feminism
For October’s #AskHer webinar, we talked to Dr. Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw, Co-founder and Executive Director of the African American Policy Forum. She is popularly