Feminist News and Information
WEEKLY NEWS // MAY 3, 2024
// FROM THE DESK OF MÓNICA RAMÍREZ, FOUNDER & PRESIDENT, JUSTICE FOR MIGRANT WOMEN
Call to Funders: Help End Violence and Harassment at Work
Dear Colleagues,
During Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April, Justice for Migrant Women (J4MW) held a Summit at the United Nations in the lead up to the 5-year anniversary of the International Labour Organization’s Convention 190 to end violence and harassment in the world of work. It was a day filled with unwavering commitment to this survivor-led, global movement.
J4MW convened government, philanthropic partners, civil society organizations, community members, and leaders in culture change from across the United States and the globe to reflect on progress made and strategize the way forward. Participants included many incredible leaders such as Chidi King of the International Labour Organization; Ashley Judd; U.S. EEOC Chair Charlotte Burrows; Director of U.S. Women’s Bureau, Wendy Chun-Hoon; Rose Omamo, Kenyan trade unionist; Adriana Paz of the International Domestic Workers Federation; Roushaunda Williams of UNITE HERE Local 1; Adeline Azrack of Fondation CHANEL; and many more.
We are grateful to the women leaders who paved the way for the adoption of C190, as well as those who advocate for ratification and implementation. We will continue to follow their lead to make our world safer and healthier and use this opportunity to push the boundaries of our definitions of what safety in the world of work truly means.
Follow us on social media (@mujerxsrising) for more information on C190 and watch the two-part summit recording here.
In Solidarity,
Mónica Ramírez
Justice for Migrant Women
Founder & President
News from WFN
Please join Women’s Funding Network, Economic Opportunity Funders, Early Childhood Funders Collaborative, and Tax Equity Funders Network for: Expanding the Child Tax Credit: What You Need to Know and What’s Next.
The Child Tax Credit (CTC) is a critical economic support, providing tax relief to almost 40 million American families each year. The Senate is currently considering an expanded child tax credit recently passed by the House in its $78 billion bipartisan tax package.
Get the latest updates and analysis from national policy experts and bring your own questions about CTC’s implications for women, children, families, and communities.
Featuring:
- Amy Matsui, Director of Income Security and Senior Counsel at the National Women’s Law Center
- Paolo Mastrangelo, Co-Founder and Co-President, American Policy Ventures
- Kit Judge, Associate Director for Federal Policy, Reform and Advocacy, The Annie E. Casey Foundation (Moderator)
May 20, 2024 | 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. EDT/12:00 - 1:00 p.m. PDT | Register here
News from WFN Members
MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Congratulations to Ruth McFarlane in her recent promotion to Deputy CEO at the Ms. Foundation for Women. Ruth previously served as Chief Advancement Officer since 2021 and first joined the Ms. Foundation in 2019 as Vice President of Advancement. In her new role, Ruth will lead the day-to-day financial, operational, and cultural sustainability of the organization and will work alongside CEO Teresa Younger to establish the strategic direction of the foundation. Learn more in the press release.
Are you interested in learning how to make real change in Rhode Island? Apply for Women's Fund of Rhode Island's next cohort of the Women's Policy Institute (WPI), a 9-month training program where fellows learn how to affect legislative change in Rhode Island.
MEMBER EVENTS
The Fort Collins author of "Soil: The Story of A Black Mother's Garden" will speak to the transformative power of nature in conversation with The Women's Foundation of Colorado President & CEO Lauren Y. Casteel. At this special event at the Museum for Black Girls, attendees will explore with Dungy the significance of soil and gardening as well as history, the Black American experience, and mothering.
May 8, 2024 | 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. MDT | Register here
Join How Women Lead to celebrate the 2024 Global Cohort of social impact leaders from the Women Leaders for the World fellowship. This inspirational Meet Her event showcases trailblazers fighting for change across diverse fields like reproductive health, education, and women's rights globally.
May 9, 2024 | 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. PDT | Register here
Women's Foundation for the State of Arizona's Daring Generations is more than just an event—it's an opportunity to connect, network, and gather with like-minded nonprofit leaders and community members who share your passion for gender equity.
May 16, 2024 | 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. MST | Register here
Come together with The Women's Foundation of Colorado to celebrate the end of the 2024 Colorado General Assembly’s General Session. Mix, mingle, and hear directly from experts on the impact that this legislative session will have on advancing gender, racial, and economic equity in Colorado, and learn how you can stay connected throughout the summer and into the 2024 election.
May 30, 2024 | 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. MDT | Register here
Women's Fund of the Greater Cincinnati Foundation is holding the fifth session of their Appointed training series, the Appointed Civic Leadership Academy (ACLA). Designed to empower and prepare women to take an active role in local government, the ACLA series offers half-day workshops every quarter covering different topics pertaining to local government and board governance, including deep dives into the structure and functioning of civic boards in various sectors and opportunities for attendees to engage one-on-one with local government officials.
June 1, 2024 | 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. EDT | Register here
Opportunities and Resources
A new report by The Bridgespan Group, Illuminating Impact: Why Gender Matters for Funders in Any Issue Area, looks at the ways that considering gender in all philanthropic endeavors, beyond those explicitly allocated for women and girls initiatives, can accelerate the pace of progress in any sector.
What We're Reading
How a Group of Elderly Swiss Women Charted a New Path for Climate Legislation — TIME
Egypt film festival showcases women’s resilience through adversity — Voice of America
Saudi Arabia activist sentenced to 11 years in prison for ‘support’ of women’s rights — The Guardian
Women college athletes average more brand deals than men, new data shows. Here are 5 key takeaways on NIL marketing. — Business Insider
What We're Watching
Florida’s repressive 6-week abortion ban takes effect on May 1—but there are still ways to help pregnant people in the state get the care they need
What We're Listening To
The Time We've Been Waiting For — Justice Ain't Cheap: A Queer Philanthropy Podcast
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