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| August 2010 |
Vol 1, Issue 1 |
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I'm no lady, I'm a member of Congress, and I'll proceed on that basis.
- Mary Norton
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| Dear Supporter, |
| Its prime-time for the primaries! Let getting to the polls today be your way of thanking the pioneers who, ninety years ago, fought to allow women the right to vote. Voting is an opportunity to be part of the democratic process, to be heard, and to be counted. Today's primary elections look quite different from those ninety years ago. We are now seeing larger representation of female candidates, and people are beginning to realize that "gender issues," such as the wage gap, don't just affect women, they affect everyone. Male and female candidates are recognizing the importance of gendered issues and are making campaign statements reflecting their relevance. The Wyoming Women's Foundation published a Legislative Watch for the 2010 legislative session and will do so for the 2011 session. The legislative watch outlined bills that had the potential to impact the lives of women and girls, this service was to provide a quick glance at relevant bills and to track their process through the legislative system. Take the time to enjoy and participate in your right to vote. And thank women like Elizabeth Cady Stanton when you mark your ballot. |
| Affecting Policy Making In Wyoming |
As individuals, it sometimes feels as if we have very little impact on the policy making that goes on in government. The Equality State Policy Center works to de-mystify the process and give us the tools to make change happen. In 2008 WYWF granted The Equality State Policy Center funds to allow them to focus on educating historically under served populations in the democratic process. Their program, "Speaking to Power: Engaging Women as Lobbyists" trained women to lobby for issues important to them and their families. |
| Save the Date! |
The Wyoming Women's Foundation invites you to celebrate 10 years of supporting Wyoming's women and girls. Please join us for a luncheon on October 9th, 2010. Date: 10.09.10 Time: 11:20- 2:00 Location: Old West Museum, Cheyenne Wyoming Price: $25/ticket Online ticket purchasing will be available early next week. To purchase your tickets prior to that date, or for additional information, please email
info@wywf.org
or call Richelle at 307-721-8300.
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| 40 US Billionaires Pledge to Give Half Their Wealth |
 Non-profits effect millions of people around the world every day impacting societies in a big way. Non-profits would not function without the donations, both large and small of individual donors. Now, some big donors are making pledges that they hope will inspire others to follow suit. What can we take away: We may not have the same billions, but we can still make a difference! More |
| Women in the News |
 Education leads Burmese Women On Road to Freedom More
First Woman to Head Major US Intelligence Agency More
Closing the Gender Gap in the Tech Industry More |
| WYWF Solicits Request for Proposals |
The Wyoming Women's Foundation is still accepting proposals for our 2010 grant cycle. Proposals that address economic self-sufficiency and access to opportunities for women and girls through systems change are especially welcome.
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