6 Organizations That Support And Empower Women & Girls
While the gender equality movement has come a long way in the past few decades, there are still hurdles left to overcome, from the gender pay gap to sexual harassment. Luckily, there are organizations that are dedicated to making sure that women and girls have the opportunities they need to succeed in school and the workplace, speak out about issues that affect them, and take legal action when necessary. This video was made with Ezvid Wikimaker.
Groups Helping Women & Girls Succeed
| Organization | Mission |
|---|---|
| Equal Rights Advocates | End discrimination and sexual violence in workplaces and schools |
| Women Employed | Improve the economic status of women and remove barriers to economic equity |
| Women's Forum of New York | Provide extraordinary women with the opportunity to network with a diverse array of peers, help one another succeed, and share unique experiences |
| WHW | Provide the unemployed and the underemployed the skills and resources they need to get and keep a good job |
| Legal Momentum | Ensure economic and personal security for all women and girls by advancing equity in education, the workplace, and the courts |
| Women Creating Change | Partner with organizations and underserved women to develop and strengthen the skills and resources needed to effectively advocate for New York’s diverse communities |
Percentage Of Women In The Workforce
The percentage of men & women in the civilian labor force over time, according to the U.S. Department of Labor
| Year | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 29.6% | 70.4% |
| 1960 | 33.4% | 66.6% |
| 1970 | 38.1% | 61.9% |
| 1980 | 42.5% | 57.5% |
| 1990 | 45.2% | 54.8% |
| 2000 | 46.5% | 53.5% |
| 2010 | 46.7% | 53.3% |
Inspiring Quotes From Successful Women
- "A woman with a voice is by definition a strong woman." - Melinda Gates
- "I believe that it is as much a right and duty for women to do something with their lives as for men and we are not going to be satisfied with such frivolous parts as you give us." - Louisa May Alcott
- "One's feelings waste themselves in words; they ought all to be distilled into actions which bring results." - Florence Nightingale
- "If the first woman God ever made was strong enough to turn the world upside down all alone, these women together ought to be able to turn it back, and get it right side up again!" - Sojourner Truth
- "It doesn't matter who you are, where you come from. The ability to triumph begins with you. Always." - Oprah Winfrey
The Importance of Women's Rights
In Depth
Gender is a primary identifier of social, political, and economic stratification. Because of this, differences in gender can be used as cause for exclusion in areas such as education, health, and even in workplaces. Luckily, many organizations are working to empower women so that they can have a fair chance in what most people agree is a patriarchal world. In no particular order, here are six organizations that direct their efforts at education and economic emancipation of women and girls.
First up, at #1, is the Equal Rights Advocates. E.R.A is a national civil rights organization that strives to protect and progress the ease of access to educational and economic resources for women and girls. Founded in 1974, the group has battled gender discrimination in schools and workplaces across America. It strongly believes that America can solve challenges such as violence, oppression, and poverty by involving women and girls in community leadership.
For 45 years, E.R.A has boldly advocated for strong legislation with the dream of making workplaces fair for all genders, and holding employers accountable for gender-based discrimination. For example, the agency recorded a historic win in 2018 when they assisted two scientific researchers with legal representation in court. The two female scientists filed and won a sexual harassment lawsuit against a renowned biomedical research institute. Help make gender equality a reality by making a contribution through the group's website.
For 45 years, E.R.A has boldly advocated for strong legislation with the dream of making workplaces fair for all genders, and holding employers accountable for gender-based discrimination.
Landing at #2 is Women Employed. Since it was established in 1973, the agency has put in tremendous efforts to achieving fundamental societal change for female workers. It has shown a lot of commitment in making an equal and diverse world where women can get the skills they need for the jobs they want, without prejudice. To accomplish its mission, the group intends to tackle any barriers hindering women from improving their economic status. This involves enhancing access to education and lobbying for inclusive workplaces for women.
Women Employed interacts with female workers with the aim of understanding and being aware of what challenges they are going through. The group is working tirelessly to create a better future for all working women by partnering with communities, policymakers, and other organizations to campaign for gender justice. Economic equity is the goal and the agency hopes to succeed through mobilizing advocates, sharing pro-gender equality ideas with educators, and brainstorming with business leaders across various industries. Do your support to help Women Employed sustain its operations by donating through its site.
Next, at #3, is the Women's Forum of New York. The group was created by Elinor Guggenheimer in 1974, at a time when women had just begun to enter the executive ranks in management. As a passionate civic leader and philanthropist, Elinor was inspired to establish a network of diverse women who could interact and exchange ideas, as well as experiences. The group's members consist of female icons, creators, businesswomen, policymakers, influencers, and thought leaders.
The group's members consist of female icons, creators, businesswomen, policymakers, influencers, and thought leaders.
The aim of the Women's Forum is to create a platform for female industry leaders to engage and help each other succeed. The group organizes programs and conferences for its female members to connect with other accomplished women. The agency also has an education fund through which 240 women have been helped since 1987. You can help the forum assist more women by making a contribution to the forum's education fund.
At #4 is the W.H.W, formally recognized as Women Helping Women. It is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing unemployed or underemployed women and men with the skills and resources they require to get and keep a steady job. Since it was founded in 1993, W.H.W has attended to hundreds of job seekers in Orange County. The agency is trying to realize its vision of helping county residents looking for work to get a good job through programs designed to transform the unemployed into viable job candidates.
To achieve this goal, W.H.W provides a wide array of employment preparation services to job seekers. These services include computer training classes, job readiness workshops, resume writing, and even the provision of appropriate wear for a professional work setting. To support the agency you can either volunteer, shop on platforms that support W.H.W, or make a financial contribution online.
To achieve this goal, W.H.W provides a wide array of employment preparation services to job seekers.
Next up, at #5, we have Legal Momentum which is a national nonprofit organization that fights for female rights. It is dedicated to ensuring that the economic and personal security of all women and girls are progressed by fighting for gender equity in schools and at work. The agency believes in equal opportunities, and equal pay for equal work. It shows this by collaborating with employers to create work environments that are safe enough spaces to accommodate and protect women.
Legal Momentum also offers advice and support to women in legal matters so they can get fair justice. Through its award-winning National Judicial Education Program, the group has created a national source for information on sexual violence for educating judges, lawyers, and any relevant judicial system professionals. It also has a helpline meant to offer assistance to female victims of sexual assault or discrimination. Help the agency continue changing women's lives by making a donation on their site.
Finally, at #6 we have Women Creating Change. Founded in 1915, W.C.C was initially recognized as Women's City Club of New York and has promoted civic and political involvement of women for over 100 years. A lot of prominent women have been a part of the organization such as Eleanor Roosevelt and Ruth Watson, founder of the National Association of Childbearing Centers. The group's name might have changed but its dedication has not wavered over the years.
Founded in 1915, W.C.C was initially recognized as Women's City Club of New York and has promoted civic and political involvement of women for over 100 years.
W.C.C is still committed towards envisioning a New York where all women have the ability to make a difference. The group works together with community-based organizations to provide women with tools, skills, and resources to be more civically and politically aware of their surroundings. You can help the agency in its efforts to get women more involved in civic life by making a contribution to the W.C.C Civic Fund Appeal.
