by L33ta | Apr 9, 2013 | News from the Fund
Our friend and colleague, Susan Loubet of New Mexico Women’s Agenda, and who practically lives at the State Capitol during the session in order to keep us all informed on the legislation that is of particular importance to advancing women and girls, has filed...
by L33ta | Apr 5, 2013 | News from the Fund
As Governor Martinez signs House Bill 300 into law, school districts will now be required to establish policies that provide excused absences for pregnant and parenting students. This is a big step in the right direction for young parents’ ability to access the...
by L33ta | Apr 3, 2013 | News from the Fund
Come celebrate the extraordinary women of New Mexico with the YMCA at the National Hispanic Cultural Center April 3rd from 6-9 pm. This year’s honoree, Claudina Medina (see photo above), has founded Enlace Comunitario, El Centro de Igualdad y Derechos, Mujeres...
by L33ta | Mar 14, 2013 | News from the Fund
NewMexicoWomen.Org was thrilled to have the opportunity to meet with participants in the US Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program. We surveyed the issues facing women and girls in New Mexico and examined the impact of the non-profit...
by L33ta | Mar 8, 2013 | News from the Fund
Today is a great opportunity to focus on women’s issues globally, but also to remember that women need our support and efforts here at home. Visit our Facebook page to share what International Women’s Day means to you.
by L33ta | Mar 1, 2013 | News from the Fund
A nice show of bipartisanship resulted in the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act yesterday, which assists victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. The measure is of particular importance in New Mexico, given the increased capability for Native...
