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Resource Library

Our comprehensive resources point you to educational materials, specific issues, and engagement opportunities that can help you make change.

Resources

Explore a wide range of NYC resources to learn, take action, and find support. Search or filter to discover tools, services, and information at your own pace. Please note, Women Creating Change (WCC) is not responsible for the material, information or opinions expressed by third parties or the resources made available by or through WCC.

Victory Institute

The Victory Institute trains candidates about what it takes to run a successful campaign while talking about the unique obstacles (and solutions) that LGBTQ+ people face. Their signature 4-day bootcamp-styled LGBTQ+ Candidate & Campaign Trainings provide a comprehensive, non-partisan simulation to understand campaign best practices for any present or future LGBTQ+ candidates, campaign staff, and community leaders. Trainees learn the necessary skills and strategies by engaging in tough, realistic campaign exercises and working with peers to develop a plan to run for office and win.

Represent Women

RepresentWomen imagines a healthy 21st century democracy with gender-balanced representation in elected and appointed positions, at every level of government. To achieve this, RepresentWomen is committed to researching, understanding, and then championing the evidence-based solutions that break down structural barriers to women’s political leadership.

New American Leaders

NAL is the only national, nonpartisan organization focused on bringing New Americans into the political process. NAL is leading a movement fighting for inclusive democracy by equipping immigrants, refugees, and their allies with the tools they need to realize their potential by running for and holding elected office; as well as engaging in civic action that brings their voices to the forefront of American politics. We uplift New Americans — anyone who identifies closely with the immigrant experience — by tackling equity in representation.

Higher Heights for America

Higher Heights is the political home for Black Women and was founded by Black women for Black women's political growth and equity.

Dare to Run

Dare to Run is Brooklyn-based, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization whose mission is to educate and empower women with the skills necessary to run for public office at the local, state and national level of government. Dare to Run offers women candidates the chance to participate in a one-year certificate program in pursuit of a career path in public service. Dare to Run gives women the opportunity to be a voice for their communities by committing to run campaigns in search of elected office within two years of graduation from the program.

The APAICS Women’s Collective

The APAICS Women’s Collective aims to build a community that inspires and supports AA & NH/PI women to become politically engaged by leading the national conversation on AA & NH/PI women representation in politics, uplifting AA & NH/PI women in politics, creating resources and tools for AA & NH/PI women to increase representation in public service, and to connect leaders and stakeholders.

Black Mamas Matter

The Black Mamas Matter Alliance (BMMA) is a Black women-led cross-sectoral alliance that centers Black mamas and birthing people to advocate, drive research, build power, and shift culture for Black maternal health, rights, and justice.

NCJW’s ProTruth Campaign

Led by the National Council of Jewish Women New York, Pro-Truth is a coalition of reproductive rights advocates, policy makers, and service providers, united to fight fake abortion clinics. They aim to educate vulnerable communities, across the country, about the dangerous and deceptive tactics of fake clinics, empowering them with information to protect themselves and their peers. They also aim to motivate advocates to take action, giving them the information, tools, and resources they need to speak out.

NY Birth Control Access Project

The NY Birth Control Access Project centers their work on birth control access and focus their resources on training reproductive health advocates. Young adults learn, develop, and exercise the skills necessary to advocate for legislation, policy change, and in areas of direct impact.

The Bridgid Alliance

Wherever someone needs to get to abortion care in the U.S., The Brigid Alliance finds a way to get them there – through direct support and in collaboration with their network of partners. They book, coordinate and pay for travel, travel expenses, and child care, serving as a single, trusted point of contact for every step of the journey.

Black Doula Directory

The presence of a doula during pregnancy and childbirth is valuable for all mothers but especially beneficial for Black mothers who face disproportionately high rates of discrimination, and poor outcomes compared to non-Black mothers. Many Black mothers feel that they are not given enough support and respect during childbirth. A doula, in particular a Black doula, can provide an extra layer of comfort, advocacy, and respect during this time. This directory, the largest of its kind, has been designed to help Black families find doulas that look like them and who understand the unique challenges, experiences, fears, and concerns faced by Black families. By having easy access to qualified Black doulas, Black mothers can be more empowered to make decisions about their birth experience and take control of their health care.

The Birth Plan – Sista Midwife Productions

Many families find themselves battling for the birth they envisioned. This free course will give you some tips and information to help make birth better with or without a birth plan.

Black Birth Equity Fund Grant Application

As part of Baby Dove’s commitment to helping close the gap in care and health outcomes for Black expecting mothers, birthing individuals, and their babies, Baby Dove is launching The Black Birth Equity Fund. The Fund will provide immediate care to expecting Black moms and birthing individuals by increasing access to doulas as critical supports in the birthing journey.

Ancient Song Doula Services

Ancient Song is a national birth justice organization working to eliminate maternal and infant mortality and morbidity among low-income Black and Latinx people. They ensure that all pregnant, postpartum, and parenting people of color have access to high-quality, holistic doula care and services regardless of their ability to pay. They also provide doula training and services, offer community education, and advocate for policy change to support reproductive and birth justice.

SisterSong

The SisterSong Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective, also known as SisterSong, is a national activist organization dedicated to reproductive justice for women of color. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, SisterSong is a national membership organization with a focus on the Southern United States.

Black Maternal Health Incubator Hub

The Black Maternal Health Incubator Hub is a learning space for the Black Maternal, Perinatal, and Reproductive Health Workforce. BMH-IH aims to enhance the capacity of Black- led, community-rooted organizations serving Black birthing people during the perinatal period and across the reproductive care life course.

Parent Round Table: How To Support The Leadership of Black and Latinx Girls

Girls Leadership discusses what the Read to Lead report means for parents and caretakers of Black and Latinx girls. The report shows what Black and Latinx families have always known — Black and Latinx girls have the highest leadership skills and identity out of all ethnic groups, but teachers’ perceived barriers to leadership for these girls prevents them from seeing and supporting them. How can parents of Black and Latinx girls use the report findings to help advocate for their girl and push for change in schools so their girls can reach their full potential?

Closing the Gender Pay Gap

“Closing the Gender Pay Gap: Why Pay Equity Has Stalled in New York City and the Urgent Need for Action,” is a report with the New School that sheds light on the persistent gender pay gap issue that affects women across all age groups and professions.

Gender Wage Gap Hub

Learn all about the gender wage gap with reports on pay disparities and resources for salary negotiation, a Domestic Violence Hotline, Paid Family Leave, and more.

Glossary – It Gets Better

Learn about the meanings of labels and terms that are commonly used in the LGBTQ+ community.

Coming Out: Living Authentically as Transgender or Non-Binary

A guide to living authentically as transgender or non-binary that is meant for anyone and everyone whose gender does not fit what they were assigned at birth. The guide includes resources and a glossary of key terms. "No matter who you are, we affirm you, your gender is valid - and this resource is for you."

Vote Run Lead

This organization unleashes the political power of women as voters, candidates, and leaders to create and sustain an equitable democracy.

Pronouns Tool

This guide helps people referring to people by the pronouns they determine for themselves – a basic human dignity. Being referred to by the wrong pronouns particularly affects transgender and gender nonconforming people.

The New Majority NYC

This organization builds political power for all women by electing women-identifying candidates running for office in NYC. Its diverse, inclusive, and active membership endorses and supports our candidates.

She Should Run

This nonpartisan nonprofit works to increase the number of women considering a run for public office and support women through a signature curriculum that helps them fin the their purpose get civically involved and run for office.

Women in the Workforce Advancing a Just Recovery in NYC

This 2022 publication reports on challenges women are facing in the workforce in New York City and provides policy recommendations in an effort to turn over these effects. It provides data to help readers understand the economic and work condition discrepancies each racial group of women experiences.

Abortion Action Toolkit

This Take Action Toolkit offers users resources they can use to protect their reproductive rights.

After Roe Fell: Abortion Laws by State

This interactive website and publication examines the impacts that follow the overturning of Roe v. Wade and also provides an examination of laws, constitutions, and court decisions on abortion as well as a tool to learn about all the bans and restrictions currently on the books in each state.

“What You Need to Know About Women’s Suffrage”

A video that tells the story of women fighting for the right to vote.

“What 100 Years of Women’s Suffrage Means for Women of Color”

A short video about women's voting rights and women of color.

Actions Any Woman Can Take to Make Change

"Civic Engagement: Where Do I Start?" is a one-page flier that provides a list of different options and actions any woman can take to make change within their communities.

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