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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.

Spotlight on Poverty's Weekly Round-Up

The latest news, analysis and opinion on the state of low-income women and their families from Spotlight on Poverty and Opportunity. For the week

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

In today’s rundown: Census Bureau data through a gender lens. | Low-income families benefit the least from federal programs designed to help Americans build

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

In today’s rundown: How women and men are expected to vote in the upcoming midterm elections. Plus, star power is in town to push

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

In today’s rundown: A push for a Senate bill that could help close the wage gap. | And a warmer, more dignified place for

The Daily Rundown — New Poverty Numbers

A new report from The Women’s Foundation takes a detailed look at women, poverty and economic security. This week, the U.S. Census Bureau released

Spotlight on Poverty's Weekly Round-Up

The latest news, analysis and opinion on the state of low-income women and their families from Spotlight on Poverty and Opportunity. For the week

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

In today’s rundown: Local companies make a list of the best companies for mothers to work in. | And a local athlete apologizes for

The Daily Rundown — Election Day Edition

It’s primary day in Maryland and the District. Have you voted or will you vote? — If you’re a D.C. resident who hasn’t been

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

In today’s rundown: D.C. Women’s Agenda helps you get ready for the primary elections in D.C. | The revitalization of one District neighborhood appears

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

In today’s rundown: Voter guides for residents in D.C. and Maryland. | Plus, the number of children being raised by grandparents is on the rise.

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Washington Area Women’s Foundation mobilizes our community to ensure that economically vulnerable women and girls of color in the Washington, D.C. region have the resources they need to thrive. Since 1998, The Women’s Foundation has worked to transform the lives of women and girls in our region and across the world.

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712 H Street NE, Suite 1099

Washington, DC 20002

T: (202) 347-7737
E: info@wawf.org

Tax ID:52-2028612