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Women’s Advancement

Our mission is to promote gender equity by empowering women and removing systemic barriers to their advancement.

What our work includes:
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Representing Boston's Women

Awardees were nominated by Boston residents for their commitment and dedication to their community, neighborhood, and workplace.

Meet the 2024 awardees

 

Menstrual Equity Pilot

FREE menstrual pads and tampon dispensers are available in all female, male and gender neutral bathrooms at an initial six BPL branches: Brighton, Codman Square, East Boston, North End, Mattapan, and Roxbury. 

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Menstrual Equity Workshop Series

Healthy Pregnancy and Birth Grant Application

Applications are now open for the The Mayor’s Office of Women’s Advancement Healthy Pregnancies and Births Grant (HPB). Responses are due January 19, 2024 at 5:00pm.

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