Community Conversations Inspire Action Plans
What does economic security for women and girls look like?

How do we move past talking about disparities and collectively take action?

These are some of the questions we've raised in our three-part Through A Gender Lens: Virtual Community Conversation Series. More than 100 of you joined us for Parts 1 and 2 to hear more about the research covered in the 2020 online report, listen to each other's perspectives and ideas, and begin to identify ways we can join together to advocate for change.

As we reflect on the conversations thus far, it's clear that our community of changemakers is ready to get to work, unleashing the full potential of women and girls in Forsyth County. Are you ready to join us?

Our next and last conversation is on April 14th at noon. We'll be breaking into groups and making action plans to work towards:

  • Equitable Public Education (Pre-K through 12)
  • Fair and Livable Wages
  • Affordable Housing Options
  • Improved Access to Childcare

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Make Your Voice Heard in Our Membership Survey
As a passionate group of women working towards common goals, we understand and value the importance of welcoming new ideas and listening to each other, and directly-impacted people. For this reason, we are deeply appreciative of our membership committee members who have developed a new survey for us.

We will use learning from survey responses to identify our strengths and determine ways we must grow and move forward as an organization. If you support us, partner with us, or are simply interested in our work, we kindly ask that you share your perspective and complete the survey by April 4th.


For your participation, you'll be entered into a drawing; the winner will select a local nonprofit to receive a $250 grant.
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Join Us or Renew Your Membership
The pandemic has shaken our community in significant ways this past year. With so many women facing new or exacerbated economic and social challenges, now is the time to step up our support.

We're grateful to all who have already joined us or affirmed your commitment to this work. If you're curious about becoming a Women's Fund member, want to learn more about what participation looks like, or want to invite your friends to join, please visit our website and forward this email.

We have four membership options because each of you, no matter how much you're able to contribute, should have an equal voice in decision-making:

  • Sustaining Member: $1,200
  • Supporting Member: $600
  • Associate Member: $100
  • Full-time Student Member: $25


*Please complete the membership form no later than March 31, 2021*
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Cheraton Love
Social worker Kenya Thornton devotes her life to supporting families touched by domestic violence and sexual assault. It’s a stressful job that can take a toll. Fortunately for Kenya, she discovered the perfect place to go when she needs to decompress. A passionate equestrian, she heads to Cash Lovell Stables & Riding Academy for a dose of self-care.
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"I am thankful to be involved in the great conversations and initiatives of the Women’s Fund. I encourage other women in our community to join us and find your passion by volunteering for one of the Fund's committees, initiatives, or events. The community benefits from your perspective!"


THE WOMEN'S FUND OF WINSTON-SALEM
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