NMW.O News
Felice Gonzales is Honored as a Woman on the Move!
We are proud to announce that NewMexicoWomen.Org's Director, Felice Gonzales, was one of thirteen movers and shakers in New Mexico named "Women on the Move" by the YMCA Middle Rio Grande. The women were recognized for their work towards social and racial justice and...
Connect Over Your Career On Levo League
New Mexico Community Foundation's Renee Villareal came back from the 2013 Women's Funding Network Summit last week excited to share a new online platform for women in the workplace. The Levo League is the first career and content community for ambitious, educated Gen...
Learn About The Invisible War
Did you know thata female soldier in today's combat zones is more likely to be raped by a fellow soldier than killed by enemy fire? New Mexico has a long and proud tradition of service in the United States Armed Forces, it is therefore vital that we all spread...
Legislative Update from Susan Loubet!
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 the...
A Triumph for Young Parents in NM Thanks to Young Women United!
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...
Is Changing Our Tax Code the Key to Changing Childcare Accessibility?
One issue that we heard discussed again and again during NMW.O's community conversations was the lack of accessible, affordable childcare. A recent article on how current tax code discourages middle class women from reentering the work force after motherhood presented...