On Thursday, October 24, we brought together business leaders, innovators, and industry experts to share valuable insights to help Mississippi businesses adapt to today’s workforce. Our work has proven the power of family-friendly policies–when women succeed in the workplace, so do their families, and our state. We are so grateful to our sponsors, participants, and […]
At the Women's Foundation of Mississippi, grantmaking is more than just fundraising; it's an invitation to join a network of community-focused organizations all working together to improve outcomes for our state's women and girls.
On September 20, our thirty cohort members arrived at the Hilton Hotel in Jackson, Mississippi to take their first step toward becoming effective candidates for elected office positions. Full of learning, inspiration, and empowerment, this training session was the perfect start to this year’s Mississippi Women in the Lead. When women come together to create […]
Co-sponsored by the Women’s Foundation of Mississippi (WFM), the Mississippi Black Women’s Roundtable (MS BWR), and One Voice Mississippi, this high-impact leadership program is designed specifically for Mississippi women who are interested in running for elected office.
This Women’s History Month, if you’re really looking for a way to celebrate the power of women, “Women Who Sustained Freedom Summer” should be on the top of your list. It’s a dynamic panel discussion happening on March 26 at the Old Capitol Museum, celebrating the 60th anniversary of Freedom Summer and the women who made it possible. Because, while the movement itself is often recognized across history, the women who made it possible are not.
The Women's Foundation of Mississippi is proud to partner with The Mississippi Humanities Council (MHC), Southern Poverty Law Center, and Mississippi Department of Archives & History to present "Women That Sustained Freedom Summer" in celebration of the 60th anniversary of Freedom Summer and of the game-changing women who powered the Civil Rights movement.
Serving on a nonprofit board can act as the catalyst for real change for women and girls in Mississippi. With more women at the table, boards are better positioned to accurately address the issues affecting their communities. Here’s where She’s on Board 2.0 comes in–and why it should be your top priority in April.
For friends, families, and communities, Thanksgiving holidays are full of light, giving, and gratitude. The same is true for the Women’s Foundation. We’re taking time this month to lift up all of the things we’re grateful for and offer thanks to our partners, Giving Circle members, and everyone else who has supported our work!
With experts speaking on emerging AI, the impact of women’s economic success, and the link between retention and accessible childcare, this year’s Thrive @ Work is shaping up to be a great event! Get a sneak peek of the afternoon’s discussion in this Q&A.
In this article, we’ll spotlight a few graduates from Meridian Community College’s Helping Healthy Eagles (HHE) program and discuss how these women will go on to make a greater impact in our state.
Check out our Q&A with our Chair Elect and speaker at our training event She’s on Board, Mary Purvis, about nonprofit board service and why She’s on Board is such a valuable resource for Mississippi women.
We spoke to Mary Purvis, Chair Elect at the Women’s Foundation and speaker at our training event She’s on Board, about nonprofit board service and why She’s on Board is such a valuable resource.
