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International Women's Day is in a few days, and finding some fun ways to celebrate this special day will be great. Here are quick suggestions 👉 Host a virtual event or webinar featuring influential women in history or current leaders in various fields. 👉 You can organize a film screening or book club focusing on works by or about remarkable women. 👉 Support women-owned businesses by shopping locally or online, highlighting and promoting their products and services. 👉 Volunteer or donate to organizations that empower and support women's rights and causes. 👉 Educate yourself and others by sharing stories of inspiring women throughout history via social media, blogs, or community events. A link to a detailed blog post on this topic is included in the comments, explaining why they are important. Let's make this year's Women's History Month matter, as always.

We have a long way to go, but there are signs that US entrepreneurs are becoming more diverse. Black women in particular have been leading the charge, with the number of Black women entrepreneurs more than doubling since 2019! Learn more via CSRwire: https://lnkd.in/gVPzyHJp

So last year I was fired after filing harassment claims against my supervisor. This year we're raising money to help women of color navigate toxic work environments by providing mental health & career resources. 🌟 Introducing the Project Black Girl Community Fund! 🌼 Picture this: mental health support, game-changing workshops, top-notch mentors, and a level playing field for black and brown women in tech. 🚀 Our goal? Putting a stop to workplace unfairness and creating an inclusive tech world for everyone! #ProtectBlackWomenAtAllCosts But here's the scoop – we can't make it happen alone. We need YOUR support to kick things off! We're aiming for $5,000 to kickstart some amazing initiatives. Every dollar matters, and it's also tax-deductible. Ready to make a difference? 🌠 👉 Join us in making change: https://lnkd.in/gZqSudM3 #ProjectBlackGirlCommunityFund #EmpowerThroughTech #TogetherWeRise

Waxwing Business making it happen! We love helping businesses get the recognition and funding they deserve. Fingers crossed Shirley McAlpine & Associates!! #grantapplications #getitdone #waxwingbusiness #smallbusinesssupport

Often, women are taught to avoid risk, not manage it. We were raised to not go out alone, or after dark. To not walk down *that* street. To not wait too long to get married or to have children. Some of us won't apply for a job unless we have a 100% of the qualifications. Or ask for a raise because it might make us seem unlikeable. I was at an event recently where some of the speakers were women who had recently taken big risks. The Q&As were filled with questions from women in the audience along the lines of "Aren't you worried?" and "What if _____ happens?" and "What gave you the confidence?". The subtext behind almost every question was “How can I be certain it'll work out if I take a leap too?” You can’t. But you can build a better relationship with uncertainty. And you can learn to bet on yourself. ************* 🪜Fix The Broken Rung is writing a new story for the next generation of leaders. Our mission is to help one million women of color get promoted. 🔔 Follow me --> Amal Masri <-- to join the movement.

Ugh….winter. To many people, winter means long, dark days, too many layers of puffy clothing and a tendancy to hibernate, which can add up to mental health challenges. Up and Running aims to get us outside, into nature and active with people in our communities, which can add up to mental well-being! Register for a program or join a pop-up event and have a better winter. #upandrunning #mentalhealth

Thoughtful Thursday. Note. Support. Share. Did you know.... In 2018, U.S. companies raised a total of $130B in VC funding, yet only 2.2% of that total went toward Women-founded companies and less than 1% of total funding was allocated toward businesses founded by women of color (FORTUNE, 2018)? @ariansimone established the @fearless.fund to address the gap that exists in venture capital funding for Women of Color-led businesses. Their mission is to create equitable access to resources and the support needed for Women of Color owned businesses to have a fairer playing field to succeed. FEARLESS FUND: Impact 346+ GRANTS GIVEN AWAY 3M+ AWARDED IN PROGRAM FUNDING 22K+ WOMEN OF COLOR APPLIED FOR GRANTS NONETHELESS....... The American Alliance for Equal Rights (AAER), led by Edward Blum, who was behind the efforts to overturn affirmative action, sued Fearless Fund in August, alleging that its Strivers Grant program discriminates against non-Black women. Judge Robert Luck and Andrew Brasher, both appointed by President Donald Trump, agreed with the AAER, calling the grant “racially exclusionary” and said it likely violated Section 1981 of the Civil Rights Act of 1866, which barred racial discrimination in contracts. (https://techcrunch.com/) If #fearlessfund win...WE win. If #fearlessfund lose. WE lose. Personify your allyship and learn more about the happenings of this case and show support. Let's evolve together! #InformationBecomesRevelation #KeepGrowingandShowing #letsevolvetogether #EquityMatters #inclusionmatters #Diversitymatters #CentricOrgs #fearlessfund

When we talk about gender parity in leadership, it’s common to focus on the most senior roles. It’s much more challenging to set measures that tackle gender parity across the full leadership pipeline. As woman I totally appreciate that our VP is listening to us through this great initiative. #Halliburton #Wireline #Wirelinewomenrock

#GivingTuesday is about so much more than financial transactions. It's about transformation! U.S. nonprofits dedicated to women and girls consistently receive less than 2% of giving. Today, rewrite that narrative and help us ensure more girls throughout our community have access to our one-of-a-kind program. Girls on the Run stands apart from the rest through our intentional research-based curriculum, highly trained coaches, and a strong commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. Give today and help us maintain our mission! https://lnkd.in/gv9A5FX5

🌟 Empowering the Fearless Fund: Standing Strong in the Face of Legal Challenge 🌟 At the Elizabeth-Gaye Foundation, we deeply support causes promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Today, we’d like to shed light on the Fearless Fund and the challenges they are currently facing. The Fearless Fund is dedicated to leveling the playing field for women of color in entrepreneurship. Their mission is driven by the staggering fact that only 1% of all funding goes to Black women business owners. Since 2019, they’ve tirelessly worked to change this statistic, aiming to provide women of color with equal access to resources critical for business success in and worldwide. However, their vital work has encountered a legal challenge. They are being sued by a group led by conservative activist Edward Blum, who alleges "explicit racial exclusion" in the Fearless Fund’s grant program. This lawsuit is part of a broader legal pushback against diversity efforts in the corporate world. Despite these challenges, the Fearless Fund remains resolute in its mission. They continue to empower women of color-led businesses, offering opportunities for pre-seed, seed-level, or series A financing. These women are the unsung heroes driving economic growth, creating jobs, generating revenue, and strengthening communities. 🙌Now, it's our moment to support their cause! 🙌 Here's how you can make a difference: Sign the Letter: Join the movement by adding your name to the Fight for Fearless Freedom letter, advocating for justice and equality. Donate to the Fearless Foundation: Every contribution counts, helping black female founders in the United States and abroad. Let's stand together and uplift these incredible women who are breaking barriers and reshaping the business landscape, even in the face of adversity. When they succeed, we all succeed. https://lnkd.in/ghEg43_5 #FearlessFreedom #DiversityandInclusion #SupportChange #EmpowerWomen #LegalChallenge