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In the Washington, D.C. 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.

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The Morning Rundown — Today's top stories about women & girls in our community

— There’s a documentary coming out about AIDS patients, activists and workers in D.C.  Jose Antonia Vargas writes about his involvement in “The Other
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The Morning Rundown

Here are today’s top stories that concern the Washington Area Women’s Foundation community: — Views of our Be That Woman video have topped 11,000! 
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Weekly Round-Up: News and Analysis on Women and Poverty (Week ending November 27, 2009)

The latest news, analysis and opinion on the state of low-income women and their families from Spotlight on Poverty and Opportunity Spotlight on Poverty
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Cyber Monday: An Opportunity to Give and Shop

Our guide to socially responsible holiday giving continues… “Cyber Monday” is an even more ridiculous (and inaccurate) name for a day than “Black Friday.” 
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The Unheard Story of Employment — Shouldn't having a full-time job mean not having to live in poverty?

Unemployment has been a particularly relevant topic in this time of economic downturn, and it garnered even more attention last week when the Department
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Shopping and Saving the World: A Guide to Gifts That Give Back (Part I)

Believe it or not, I’ve already started my holiday shopping. I know what you’re thinking: I’ve been suckered by Corporate America with their October
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Weekly Round-Up: News and Analysis on Women and Poverty (Week ending November 13, 2009)

The latest news, analysis and opinion on the state of low-income women and their families from Spotlight on Poverty and Opportunity Spotlight on Poverty
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My Experience at Urban Alliance

When I first heard about the Urban Alliance Program I wasn’t sure if I wanted to join or not. When the representatives of Urban
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What to Eat When You’re Expecting: Podcast Offers Advice, Dispels Myths About What Pregnant Women Should Eat

Eating for two?  That’s one of the biggest myths of pregnancy.  “Parents’ Perspective,” the award-winning weekly radio program tackles the issues in its “Nutrition
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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

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Washington Area Women’s Foundation mobilizes our community to ensure women and girls of color in the Washington metropolitan area 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.

© 2025 Washington Area Women’s Foundation

Stay Connected!