The Women’s Foundation today released a first-of-its-kind study on breast cancer, Understanding the Consequences of Co-Existing Medical Conditions Among Women Diagnosed with Breast Cancer in Missouri
Appointee Profile: Jean Wilms
Change-Maker Profile: Susan Wagle, Missouri State Senator
After reports of harassment surfaced in the Kansas Legislature, State Senator Susan Wagle reached out to the Women’s Foundation to evaluate their policies and make recommendations to improve the culture and combat sexual harassment in the Kansas Capitol.
Senator Wagle, who was elected President of the Kansas Senate in 2013, talked to us about her experience in public office, the challenges she’s faced, and the leader who inspires her the most.
Mayor James, Women’s Foundation and SHRM Honor Three Kansas City Area Employers with National Award for Workplace Effectiveness
Governor Colyer Signs Executive Order Providing Paid Parental Leave to Kansas State Employees
TOPEKA – The Women’s Foundation today commended Kansas Governor Jeff Colyer for signing an executive order providing paid parental leave to Kansas state employees. Expanding access to paid leave has been a top priority of the Women’s Foundation, which worked with the Governor’s office to provide research on the benefits of paid family and medical leave.
Post-Election Analysis Shows Women Continue to be Underrepresented in Missouri and Kansas State Legislatures
Initiative to Appoint More Women to Local Boards Now Accepting Applications in West Plains
WEST PLAINS, Mo – In the wake of a historic election for female candidates nationwide, an initiative to appoint more women to civic boards and commissions is now operating in West Plains, Missouri. Women interested in serving the public are encouraged to apply to the Appointments Project®, a program launched by the Women’s Foundation to help increase the diversity of public boards and commissions.
Initiative to Appoint More Women to Local Boards Launches in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH – In the wake of a historic year for female candidates nationwide, the Women’s Foundation today joined St. Joseph Mayor Bill McMurray in announcing an innovative initiative to reduce barriers to civic engagement and appoint more women to city boards and commissions. The city is participating in the Appointments Project®, a program launched by the Women’s Foundation to increase gender diversity on civic boards and commissions.
A Record Number of Women Are Running for Office. Here’s Why We Need Even More.
Jefferson City Joins Initiative to Increase Gender Diversity on Local Boards and Commissions
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – An innovative initiative to appoint more women to civic boards and commissions is now operating in Jefferson City, MO. Women interested in serving the public are encouraged to apply to the Appointments Project®, a program launched by the Women’s Foundation to help increase the diversity of public boards and commissions.