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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.

Stepping Stones Research Update: August 2007

As part of our ongoing commitment–in partnership with The Urban Institute–to providing information and resources related to the goals of Stepping Stones, please find

In Marshall Heights, "biggest losers" shave debt, not fat.

The coaches on The Biggest Loser might help people burn fat and shed pounds.  I do something similar, only I help them shave off

Stepping Stones Research Update: July 2007

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Women hammering their way to social change, not just another job.

Last Friday, I attended Goodwill of Greater Washington’s Female Construction Employment Training Program‘s graduation ceremony, because Goodwill is a Grantee Partner of The Women’s Foundation. 

WAWIT: Welding a new world for women.

A friend and I have a running list of people you need in your life, particularly as you edge towards "grown-up" living.  Topping the

Stepping Stones Research Update: June 2007

As part of our ongoing commitment–in partnership with The Urban Institute–to providing information and resources related to the goals of Stepping Stones, please find