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Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona Welcomes Sarah Gonzalez as Interim CEO

February 7, 2024 Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona Welcomes Sarah Gonzalez as Interim CEO  The Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona (WFSA) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Sarah Gonzalez as the organization’s new Interim CEO. With a strong background in Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) practices, Gonzalez brings a […]

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WFSA supports Planned Parenthood in the effort to ensure access to abortion in our state, pending a decision from the Arizona Supreme Court.

December 14, 2023 WFSA supports Planned Parenthood in the effort to ensure access to abortion in our state, pending a decision from the Arizona Supreme Court. As Arizona awaits the decision from the Arizona Supreme Court regarding the Planned Parenthood v Mayes case, the Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona (WFSA) reiterates that it […]

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2024 Virtual Summit Unveils Progress and Promises for Gender Equity in Arizona

December 13, 2023  2024 Virtual Summit Unveils Progress and Promises for Gender Equity in Arizona  The Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona (WFSA) is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated 2024 Virtual Summit, a community centered event aimed at propelling gender equity in Arizona. This dynamic virtual gathering, scheduled for Thursday, January 18, 2024, […]

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Governor Katie Hobbs approves no-cost ARPA extension supporting the Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona’s pilot Pathways for Single Moms program  

September 11, 2023  Governor Katie Hobbs approves no-cost ARPA extension supporting the Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona’s pilot Pathways for Single Moms program   On August 8, 2023, the office of Governor Katie Hobbs and the Office of Strategic Planning and Budgeting approved a no-cost ARPA extension to further fund the Women’s Foundation for […]

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Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona adopts a 4-day work week to further support staff wellness and progressive labor expectations.

July 5, 2023 After in-depth research on job satisfaction, employee burnout and overall project efficiency, the Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona’s (WFSA) leadership team adopts an employee-first, 4-day work week structure. As of July 1, 2023, WFSA will operate Monday through Thursday, 32 hours per week. WFSA is committed to attracting, engaging and […]

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The Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona announces Women of Distinction honorees 

The Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona (WFSA) will honor the 2023 Women of Distinction at their Annual Luncheon on May 4, 2023, at the Tucson Convention Center. WFSA will gather with nearly 1,000 supporters to celebrate and acknowledge the strides made through our state regarding advocacy, research, programs and grantmaking for women and girls.   […]

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