Women+girls (W+g) L.I.F.E.

Encouraging Virginia's Women+girls to Love+Inquire+Flourish+Enduree

December 22, 2022

Happy Holidays from W+g

The First Lady wishes you a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and Happy Holidays! Learn more about the inspiration behind the Women+girls (W+g) acronym, L.I.F.E.

W+g Wellbeing

The First Lady spoke at the Governor's announcement of a key effort that is underway to transform Virginia's behavioral health system.

Committed to Delivering the Right Help, Right Now


The Governor and First Lady are casting a light on the Commonwealth's most pressing behavioral health challenges and working tirelessly toward transformational change in services to Virginians.



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The First Lady joined Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares at the "One Pill Can Kill" campaign announcement.

Share Information This Season

As you spend time with loved ones over the holiday season, please consider educating your family and friends about the devastating fentanyl poisoning crisis. Click below.

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Pictured: Delaine Mazich and her family. Grey Mazich is pictured far-left.

Spreading HOPE

In memory of her son Grey, Delaine Mazich shares about the dangers of fentanyl poisoning to encourage awareness, promote collaboration with law enforcement and fight the stigma in the conversation.

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W+g Workforce

The First Lady joined Christmas Mother Terrell Harrigan at the Salvation Army Angel Tree ribbon cutting.

Salvation Army

Thank you to the many business leaders and community servants who are making a difference in the lives of thousands of Virginians this holiday season. Learn more about the Richmond Christmas Mother and Salvation Army Angel Tree programs below.

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The First Lady shared about her Women+girls (W+g) initiative and other administration efforts at the Virginia Peninsula Chamber.

Cheering the Virginia Peninsula Chamber

Thank you Virginia Peninsula Chamber for your leadership and all you do for the Newport News community! Learn more about the Virginia Peninsula Chamber below.

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Richmond Times-Dispatch President and Publisher Kelly Till.

Leading in Media


President and Publisher of the Richmond Times-Dispatch, Kelly Till is the first woman to assume the role. Learn more about Kelly's career, her goal in her current job, how she approaches work-life balance and her advice for women pursuing a male-dominated field.

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Open for Christmas!


The Governor and First Lady have welcomed over 1600 guests to The Virginia Executive Mansion this holiday season. Several impactful groups are honored through the Mansion's decorated Christmas trees. Learn more about the Mansion's holiday festivities below.


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Pictured: The First Lady and Morgan's Message youth ambassadors stand in front of the Ladies Parlor Christmas tree honoring the organization.

Pictured: The Governor, First Lady and Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) members stand in front of the Old Governor's Office Christmas tree honoring military heroes.

Creatures+Creations

Pictured: Tutti Townes and Bo and Belle Youngkin at the Mansion. The Townes family has served the people of Virginia for more than five decades.

Creature Comforts

Bo and Belle send you wishes for happy holidays and a happy New Year! They are taking a well-deserved rest after a month of doggone good hosting.

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Thank you to the art partners and artists who have contributed to The Art Experience at the Executive Mansion.

On the Wall

The Governor and First Lady welcomed museum partners and artists from across the Commonwealth during the Christmas season. Learn more about The Art Experience at the Executive Mansion below.

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