Women are more likely than men to be dramatically underrepresented in leadership positions. Yet evidence abounds regarding the countless economic and social benefits of women leaders in business and the community.

To make real progress for women and girls on all fronts, we must strengthen the pipeline of female leaders – from the classroom to the first job, the executive suite, the boardroom and the political arena.

Texas Women’s Foundation established its Leadership Initiative, making a $2M annual commitment to develop and support programs, policies and practices that increase the number of women in leadership positions, and create and fund new opportunities for women and girls to lead.

Along with providing unique and effective programs for women and girls to acquire, refine and strengthen their leadership skills and potential, we also produce timely, targeted research on the issues impacting women and girls across our state. Our research helps focus the work of our Leadership and provides lawmakers and decision-makers with conclusive information to help shape policies relating to women and girls.