Margaret Borchardt’s Post

I think women’s groups, clubs, organizations, sororities, associations, etc. should spend their advocacy energy exclusively focused on women and equity centric policy priorities. This includes the many visits we make, individually and collectively, visiting our legislators on the hill. Exclusively. We should all sound like a broken record… on repeat. Advancing women centered and equity centered policy. What would you suggest as the top three policies women insist on… Exclusively.

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16 Days of Activism Day 8: To mark the 16 Days of Activism, read the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls’ Calls for Justice and consider how you can act on them: https://buff.ly/2F3iNWn

Investing in women is key to unlocking a stronger economy for all. Stay updated on our policy recommendations to help women and their communities prosper: https://lnkd.in/esP8ximE

And that's that. 🎤👇 (Tomika Ferguson, Ph.D. in our webinar, Leading with Grit and Grace: Women Mentorship, Community, and Advocacy)

Please consider helping me to compile a list of books about women who have distinguished themselves in American life. Here are a few I've read recently: Equal Justice Under the Law, Constance Baker Motley When Women Ran Fifth Avenue, Julie Satow Susan, Linda, Nina & Cokie: The Extraordinary Story of the Founding Mothers of NPR, Lisa Napoli Add your suggestions to the comments and I will share the results.

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Eliminating racism and empowering women are crucial for creating a just and equitable society. Here are some key strategies and initiatives: *Individual Actions:* 1. Educate yourself on racism and sexism. 2. Listen to and amplify marginalized voices. 3. Challenge biases and microaggressions. 4. Support organizations working towards equity. 5. Engage in respectful dialogue and advocacy. Remember, eliminating racism and empowering women requires collective effort, ongoing learning, and sustained action. I can not forget my experiences and the confidence I have gained from this organization , Back in 2008❤️.