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WA’s Communication Director’s #mybodync Piece Published by Rewire

In December 2019, Women Advance will be rerunning some of our favorite stories during the year. There are too many amazing stories to highlight, but...[Read More]

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A Tribute to Mothers Breaking the Cycle of Trauma

In December 2019, Women Advance will be rerunning some of our favorite stories during the year. There are too many amazing stories to highlight, but...[Read More]

18 Dec
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Why are we Still Telling Black Women to Work Twice as Hard?

In December 2019, Women Advance will be rerunning some of our favorite stories during the year. There are too many amazing stories to highlight, but...[Read More]

4 Dec
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Respect My Locs

In December 2019, Women Advance will be rerunning some of our favorite stories during the year. There are too many amazing stories to highlight, but...[Read More]

2 Dec
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In the Mental Health Field Paid Time Off is Rare

Every year in the United States, 1 in 5 adults will experience mental illness. For those who seek treatment, their success in overcoming or navigating...[Read More]

13 Nov
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Women Veterans Face Unique Challenges

Since 1919, Americans have paused on November 11th to remember those who served in our armed forces to protect our freedom and our nation. Originally...[Read More]

11 Nov
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One Rusty Ice Pick

As part of my personal healing, I have been working through some childhood memories and experiences I feel have affected my life on different levels....[Read More]

30 Oct
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Personal Stories Tell Us Why Paid Leave is Needed Now

With only 16% of Americans able to access paid leave, whether for personal medical needs or those of a family member, many people face financial...[Read More]

28 Oct
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Domestic Violence Hotlines Answered: “I Am So Glad You Called, My Name is Emma. How Can I Help You?”

“Now, before we get started, I just want to let you know that everything you tell me is confidential, unless I hear that you’re going...[Read More]

21 Oct
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Stand with Families of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women

Four out of five Native women encounter violence today according to the Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women. Although the U.S. Department of Justice...[Read More]

18 Oct
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