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VIRTUAL VIEWPOINTS: THE ESSENTIALS – HOUSING
Thursday, January 28, 2021 | 10:30 – 11:30 AM
Our next event will discuss the issue of housing instability and insecurity among women and girls across Texas, and how the current impacts of the pandemic has exacerbated this issue. There will be experts in this field who will share current trends and Texas Women’s Foundation will present how we are addressing this issue.
FEATURING:
Panelists
Demetria McCain Mark Porter Erin Thorimbert, M. Psych
Inclusive Communities Harmony Community Dev. Center for Transforming Lives
Project
Sponsor Remarks
Michelle Reid
Vice President, Communications & Events, Financial Services
Capital One
Moderator
Dena Jackson, Ph.D.
Texas Women’s Foundation
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VIRTUAL VIEWPOINTS: ADVOCACY
Thursday, February 25 | 10:00 – 11:00 AM
This Viewpoints will bring together advocacy leaders who work to create policy change on behalf of women and girls. We will talk aboout our agenda for the 87th Texas Legislative Session and how to mobilize our networks to drive positive social and economic change. women and girls across Texas.
Aurora Harris Adam Pirtle
Southern Regional Director, Advocacy Co-Director,
Young Invincibles Texas Housers
Moderator
Avery Belyeu
Regional Director, South Central Region
Lambda Legal
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PREVIOUS VIRTUAL VIEWPOINTS
Virtual Viewpoints: The 19th
October 19, 2020
Texas Women’s Foundation’s XIX Society hosted a moderated discussion featuring The 19th CEO and Co-Founder, Emily Ramshaw, on the importance of free press in civic engagement, why there is a need for a wxas Women’s Foundationomen-focused news agency, and provide a nonpartisan election update. Click below to watch.
Celebrating Black Philanthropy
August 20, 2020
This Virtual Viewpoints featured distinguished leaders examining the increasing role and responsibility of Black philanthropy in addressing economic and racial justice, and advancing social change. Click below to watch the video.
Economic Issues for Women in Texas, 2020
June 16, 2020
Texas Women’s Foundation presented the findings from our comprehensive study of the economic reality facing Texas Women. The research reveals dramatic changes in our state’s demographics, and the challenges and opportunities to creating a more equitable society. The presenation featured stories of women from across Texas sharing their lived experiences, and information on how state-level policies and practices can help strengthen women and their families.
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Virtual Viewpoints: The Essentials | Education
May 19, 2020
The Education series featured a discussion with experts in the education industry about the barriers women face in higher education, how they have been heightened in our current environment, and how they are working to support students through these challenges. Click below to watch the video.
Virtual Viewpoints: The Essentials | Child Care
April 30, 2020
The Child Care series discussed the challenges centers are faced with keeping their doors open while many families are staying home due to COVID-19 shelter-in-place orders. We heared from industry experts on how they are continuing to provide quality child care, and how we can help keep this essential work support accessible for working families. Click below to watch the video.
For information, please contact Kristyn Senters at ksenters@txwf.org.
