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Join us at our
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Tuesday, January 26, 2010, 12 noon sharp to 1:30 pm.
Gender Equality:
United Nations and US Federal Support
Click here for details about this meeting.
American
Council on Education, One Dupont Circle
Open to the public, no reservations necessary.
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The Clearinghouse on Women’s Issues (CWI) presents
expert speakers on current topics which impact the lives of women,
particularly public policies that affect women economically,
educationally, medically and legally. We also cooperate and exchange
information with other organizations that work to improve the status of
women, nationally and internationally. CWI is a member of the National
Council of Women’s Organizations.
Mission Statement
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Provide information to
members on issues related to women, including discrimination on the
basis of gender, age, ethnicity, or marital status, with particular
emphasis on public policies that affect the economic, educational,
health and legal problems of women.
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Cooperate and exchange
information with other organizations that work to improve the status
of women.
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Take action or positions
that are compatible with its purpose and tax-deductible status.
Areas of Concern
Elimination of bias and discrimination in all areas of society Protection of human and civil rightsLegal rights and economic securityEquality in the workplaceWomen and healthIssues affecting low-income womenAdvancement of educational opportunities for womenWomen in politicsWomen and the mediaGlobal issues affecting women
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