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Women's Fund in The Buffalo News |
 Last month, Buffalo was recognized with quite an honor - Forbes magazine declared the Buffalo Niagara region as the best place in all of America for working moms. While this is a great achievement, the Women's Fund has been working towards educating and making our community aware of the work that still needs to be done. Heather Filipowicz placed an op-ed in response to the article highlighting the facts around working women, especially those living in poverty. While we should celebrate balance for many working mothers, there are still other stories that aren't being told.
Read the article in Forbes: Click here
Read the article in The Buffalo News: Click here
Read Heather Filipowicz's Op-Ed in The Buffalo News: Click Here
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 We are very excited for the 8th Annual Fall in Fashion Event which will be held on November 4, 2012. Thank to you everyone who has purchased tickets and donated items to support this spectacular and very sought after event. Also, a huge thank you to our Co-Chairs - Michele Lee, Kristin Somers and Lee Campbell along with their fabulous committee for organizing this extraordinary event!
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Senator Kirsten Gillibrand Summit Overview |
 On October 17th, Heather Filipowicz participated in Senator Gillibrand's "Women's Economic Empowerment Summit" in New York City, NY. Sen. Gillibrand is issuing a call to action for all women across the state to mentor other women, support one another and mobilize action for pay equity, affordable childcare, workplace flexibility and more women in higher profile jobs. The WNY Women's Fund applauds her efforts and is working to ensure these issues stay in the forefront in WNY.
To read more about the initiative announced at the event: Click here
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Announcing Ellen Goodman as the Speaker for the
2012 "What She's Made Of"Celebration |
 We are thrilled to announce Pulitzer Prize winning columnist Ellen Goodman as the speaker at the 2012 "What She's Made Of" Celebration. Ms. Goodman has long been a chronicler of social change in America, especially the women's movement and its effects on our public and private lives.
This year, the 2012 "What She's Made Of" Celebration will take place on Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at Kleinhans Music Hall.
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, or to volunteer on the event planning committee, please contact Lindsay Delmont at 716.887.2121, or e-mail her at Lindsay.delmont@uwbec.org.
To read more about Ellen Goodman and her many accomplishments, Click here
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Supporting the WNY Women's Fund
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 As this year comes to a close, we are reflecting on the tremendous impact and growth that we have been able to achieve with you by our side. 2012 will bring even more exciting news and changes - opportunities that will allow us to make a greater impact, speak with a clear voice on behalf of all women and girls in our strong community and raise the profile of our work and our supporters.
But, we need you to make it happen. We ask that you consider designating your year-end gift to the WNY Women's Fund in support of our mission and our new exciting initiatives. We are very grateful and very appreciative to everyone who has been so supportive of the Fund!
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WNY Women's Fund
742 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, New York 14209
(716) 887-2777
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