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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.

Cuts in jobs available to Urban Alliance internship program hits home for me.

When I saw Philip Rucker’s piece, "Economy Slices into Internship Programs," in the Washington Post, it really hit home for me. I’m currently an

Friday News Round-Up: News and Analysis on Women and Poverty

Spotlight on Poverty and Opportunity and The Women’s Foundation are teaming up to provide the latest news, analysis and opinion on the state of

From Afghanistan to Bank of America, thanks to a Goodwill training program.

Goodwill of Greater Washington offers numerous programs in addition to the Women in Construction program that The Women’s Foundation supports. Last Friday, I had

The Women's Foundation releases first RFP on early care and education!

On October 15, 2008, The Women’s Foundation held a Community Briefing on the importance of early care and education. Craig Pascal, Senior Vice President/Territory

Leadership Luncheon provides a moment to focus on hope, instead of worry.

Last week’s Leadership Luncheon was as powerful as ever, but also a bit peculiar, in a good way. Perhaps it was because it provided

Leadership Awards Program is looking for a few good nonprofits, and volunteers. Join us!

It seems like only yesterday I was attending my very first event at The Women’s Foundation: The Leadership Awards reception. The Leadership Awards Program

Hobo International looks forward to another celebration of the power of giving!

Hobo International is honored to participate in Washington Area Women’s Foundation’s 10th anniversary Leadership Luncheon! What a wonderful opportunity for us as women to

From Power Girls to a power lunch, Dr. Cole always inspires!

I am so excited that Dr. Johnnetta Cole is going to be speaking at this year’s Leadership Luncheon. I admire her and the work

Finding a good fit at The Women's Foundation.

New Kid on the Block: A new staff member’s perspective I’m the new kid on the block here at The Women’s Foundation. Even though

Dr. Johnnetta Cole: A personal hero and inspiring leader.

I was thrilled to hear that Dr. Johnetta B. Cole would be the keynote speaker at The Women’s Foundation’s upcoming Leadership Luncheon on October 15th!