AskHer Series: A Conversation With Our New President and CEO
The time has officially come! The Women’s Foundation hosted an exclusive conversation with our newly appointed president and CEO, Dr. Tamara Wilds Lawson. During this discussion, we learned more about...
View ArticleAskHer Series: Kristi Matthews-Jones, Director at DC Girls’ Coalition
The following interview is with Kristi Matthews-Jones, Director at DC Girls’ Coalition DC Girls’ Coalition (DCGC) works to elevate and amplify the voices of young women, girls, femmes, non-conforming,...
View ArticleAskHer Series: Sisters in Solidarity | Amplifying Change through Women’s...
This informative discussion highlighted the vital role of women’s foundations in our communities. During the conversation, we heard from dynamic women leaders at the helm of women’s foundations who...
View ArticleAskHer Series: Cynthia Davis, Executive Director at DC Family Child Care...
The following interview is with Cynthia Davis, Executive Director at DC Family Child Care Association DC Family Child Care Association works to educate and provide advocacy efforts for family child...
View ArticleAskHer Series: Thrive As They Lead
In a time of unprecedented challenges, Black women and Black gender-expansive leaders continue to pioneer innovation, movement-building, and bold leadership across Washington D.C., and its neighboring...
View ArticleAskHer Series: Rachael Deane, CEO of Voices for Virginia’s Children
The following interview is with Rachael Deane, CEO of Voices for Virginia’s Children Voices for Virginia’s Children champions public policies and legislation that achieve positive and equitable...
View Article15 Soul-Feeding Reads for Black History Month
As we celebrate the richness and resilience of Black history, we’re excited to share some of our staff’s favorite reads by Black women authors that will feed your soul this Black History Month. Our...
View ArticleAskHer Series: Addressing Disparities in Black Women’s Mental Health
Statistics indicate a stark reality: Black Americans are 20% more likely to experience serious psychological distress compared to their white counterparts. Among these individuals, Black women, in...
View ArticleAskHer Series: Our Power. Our Legacy.
During this conversation, we gave a nod to the resilience and strength of entrepreneur sheroes in our community. From overcoming obstacles to driving lasting change, these entrepreneurs embody the...
View ArticleMeet Our 2024 Rock Star Fund Awardees
We’re thrilled to introduce the newest awardees of our Rock Star Fund, a program a part of our Young Women’s Initiative dedicated to empowering young women and gender-expansive youth of color aged...
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