Balancing work and family is tough for any parent, but military spouses face even greater challenges, especially with #childcare. Aria Spears, a military spouse, shares her journey navigating childcare at Fort Liberty. After months of stress and a ten-month wait, Aria struggled to find #affordablecare. Read more of Aria's story: https://bit.ly/4cYAbK9
United WE
Non-profit Organizations
Kansas City, Missouri 3,571 followers
Women’s Foundation is now United Women's Empowerment, or United WE.
About us
The Women's Foundation is now United WE. Learn more about our expanded mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8IiY1rcuo0&feature=youtu.be United WE promotes equity and opportunity for women of all ages, using research, philanthropy and policy solutions to make meaningful change. Since 1991, United WE has invested wisely in the success of women of all ages. United WE addresses issues affecting the economic well-being of women and their families throughout the region with the goal of eliminating barriers women face in achieving long-term economic self-sufficiency. Economically self-sufficient women will lead the nation’s next chapter of economic growth, and by investing in the success of women, we are investing in a stronger economy.
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http://united-we.org/
External link for United WE
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1991
- Specialties
- Advocacy, Philanthropy, Women's Issues, Research, Womens Empowerment, Equal Pay, and Women
Locations
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Primary
2100 Central Avenue,
Suite 11E
Kansas City, Missouri 64108, US
Employees at United WE
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The opening ceremony of the #Olympics kicks off tomorrow. Did you know the 1900 Olympic games were the first time women athletes competed, which was also held in Paris, France? Out of the 997 athletes that competed, 22 were female. Learn more about the history of women in the Olympics: https://bit.ly/3zVzyST #womeninsports #olympicgames #femlaeathletes
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We recently hosted a national roundtable discussion in Washington D.C. with key leaders in #entrepreneurship, economic development, and innovation sectors to launch “The American Economy Depends on Entrepreneurs: Entrepreneurs Depend on Childcare” report. Building on the efforts of the United WE National Commission on Childcare and Women’s Entrepreneurship, this discussion generated some important considerations and potential solutions to address the #childcarecrisis.
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Denise Cyzman, a long-time member of United WE's Appointments Project, was recently appointed to the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board. This board plays a crucial role in protecting the public’s health, safety, and welfare from unlawful or unprofessional practitioners. Congratulations to Denise! #civicengagement #localleadership #womensempowerment
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Imagine affordable, high-quality day care available nationwide. This was a reality back in the 1940s, during WWII, the U.S. had a federally funded day care program due to the Lanham Act of 1940. This important part of our history was when politicians and families agreed that quality and affordable daycare was a priority. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ecgeB8RM #childcare #affordablechildcare #childcarecrisis
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Mark your calendars for our upcoming event - We Work For Change on September 12! #WWFC is our annual event focused on uniting hundreds of women and allies from across the country to advance women's economic and civic leadership. This year, we will livestream the event nationwide. Grab your virtual tickets: https://bit.ly/462g9vx
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Join United WE as we look to hire a Chief Development Officer! As a national nonprofit, we look to break down barriers in women's economic development and leadership. The Chief Development Officer will lead fundraising efforts, partnering with United WE's CEO to build a strong philanthropic program. Learn more about the position, including qualifications and the estimated salary range: united-we.org/careers #jobalert #hiring #jobopening #jobsearch
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Junetta Everett and Tracee Adams, CFEI were recently reappointed to the Wichita State University Board of Trustees. 👏 Congratulations to them both! #appointmentsproject #civicengagement #womeninleadership
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The pay gap facing women, especially black women, is unacceptable – undermining our economy, harming our communities, and short-changing millions of women across the country. That’s why we continue to bolster our efforts to enact policies that will close the pay gap. #BlackWomensEqualPayDay
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