Washington Area Women's Foundation

The Morning Rundown — The latest news & analysis affecting women & girls in our region.

Happy Monday!

  • George Washington University students fear the loss of GW’s only all-female dorm next year.  Click here to find out what’s happening.
  • How & why should you become a philanthropist?  This Huffington Post blog post has the answers!
  • Some students in Fairfax County don’t have reliable access to the internet, which is hampering their ability to complete homework assignments.  Click here to read about how the digital divide can be found in one of our area’s most affluent counties.
  • DC Schools Chancellor is accused of trying to squeeze out minority students at a newly renovated middle school.  Click here for details.
  • Need is up but funding is down for legal aid clinics.  You can read more by clicking here.
  • Prince George’s County prosecutor C.T. Wilson, a former foster child, is spending his free time reaching out to, and advocating for, foster kids.  Click here to read a Washington Post profile on his efforts.

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