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Contacts: AJ Cole
League of Women Voters of Dallas
Phone: (214) 688-4125
Email: info@lwvdallas.org
Juliette Coulter
The Coulter Group
Phone: (214) 394-5532
Email: juliette@coultergroup.com
Dallas, TX, August 22, 2024 – The League of Women Voters of Dallas is proud to announce a special event on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, in celebration of Women’s Equality Day, marking the 104th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment. This year’s theme, “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress,” reflects our commitment to advancing gender equality and empowering women in our community. The event begins at 12 p.m. at Dallas City Hall’s lobby (1500 Marilla, Dallas, TX 75201).
League of Women’s Voters of Dallas President Sandy Thornton said, “We are honored to welcome Karen Hughes White, president and CEO of Texas Women’s Foundation, as our keynote speaker for this momentous occasion. Karen’s dedication to championing women’s rights and fostering positive change embodies the spirit of Women’s Equality Day. Her insights and leadership serve as a beacon for all those striving for a more inclusive and equitable society.”
Thornton added, “As we gather at Dallas City Hall on August 28th, we not only celebrate the progress we have made in the journey towards gender equality, but also acknowledge the work that lies ahead. The event will feature engaging discussions, inspiring speakers, and a shared commitment to amplifying the voices of women and advocating for equal rights.”
White remarked, “I’m honored to stand with the League of Women Voters and the Dallas community to celebrate Women’s Equality Day. The theme, ‘Invest in Women’ aligns with Texas Women’s Foundation’s mission of investing in women and girls to drive social and economic change. With support from our donors and community partners, we do that research-based grantmaking and programs and thoughtful advocacy.”
Though the actual date of Women’s Equality Day is August 26, the organization is celebrating on August 28 to be able to include additional elected officials and featured speakers.
The League of Women Voters of Dallas recognizes the significance of this moment and the importance of continuing to push for meaningful change. While the organization celebrates the accomplishments of the past, it also acknowledges that there is still much to be done to ensure that women have equal rights, opportunities, and representation in all aspects of society.
Space is limited, guests are encouraged to RSVP by August 23, 2024, to secure a spot. For more information and to RSVP, please visit https://www.lwvdallas.org.
About the League of Women Voters of Dallas
The League of Women Voters of Dallas is a nonpartisan organization committed to empowering voters and defending democracy. With a vision of a democracy where every person has the desire, right, knowledge, and confidence to participate in the election process, the League promotes voting as a fundamental right that should be available to all eligible voters. Through advocacy and educational programs, the League of Women Voters of Dallas aims to achieve elections that are free, fair, and accessible.
About Texas Women’s Foundation
By working with women, families and communities, Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF) is building a stronger, more equitable Texas. TXWF raises funding from a broad base of donors, including individuals, foundations and corporations. These resources support more than $7.1 million in investments each year that advance economic security and leadership for Texas women and girls through timely research, advocacy, grants and strategic/educational initiatives. Since inception in 1985, TXWF has invested more than $80 million in Texas women and girls.
The Foundation’s statewide research on issues impacting Texas women and girls provides corporate, state and local decision-makers and lawmakers with critical data to inform policies, practices and programs across the state. Its advocacy, grantmaking and educational initiatives support solutions that help Texas women and girls survive and thrive. In addition, Texas Women’s Foundation is an acknowledged leader and advocate in the gender lens investing movement and has deployed 100 percent of its invested assets – endowments, operating investments and donor-advised funds – in a gendered impact portfolio that yields strong financial returns and social benefits to women and girls. For more information, visit www.txwf.org, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or Instagram or donate now
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