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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.

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

In today’s rundown: Are low-income families not a priority for D.C. Public Schools?  Local organizations — including this one — urge the president to

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

In today’s rundown: The changing demographics of our region and the impact on future employment.  Philanthropy isn’t just the wealthy giving to the poor. 

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

In today’s rundown: Remembering Nadine Winter…. Many uninsured Americans know little about new federal health benefits…. And what it takes for a stay-at-home mom

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

In today’s rundown: Why women still need to push for economic equality.  One writer asks what has the president done for women lately.  And

Women’s Equality Day, RACE, and Questions

Questions about equality and opportunity at the intersection of race and sex. This week, the staff of Washington Area Women’s Foundation had the opportunity

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

In today’s post-earth-shattering rundown: The Women’s Foundation’s Grantee Partners are featured for their work with senior citizens and local residents who need help saving

A Back-to-School Checklist for the Girls in our Community

With many kids in our area headed back to school today, we thought it would be a good time to re-visit some educational statistics

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

After a health hiatus, your Daily Rundown is back!  Today’s stories include: Voting in Virginia.  How the recession has affected local children.  And CARECEN

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

In today’s rundown: Emergency assistance in DC runs out.  Finding ways to prevent new HIV infections.  A new $20,000 award for Arlington nonprofits. —

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

In today’s rundown: How much women spend on basic medical care during their lives.  How much affordable housing is available in D.C.?  Police look