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Advocate Stories, Special Events
by Megan Plassmeyer on Aug 23, 2017
On Tuesday, August 22nd, the Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network (WREN) held a kick-off meeting with organizational partners to launch the Seen and Heard: Women and Girls in the Midlands photovoice project. This project, supported by a Connected Communities Grant from Central Carolina Community Foundation, as well as the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South
Health and Education, Special Events
by WREN Staff on Aug 22, 2017
Plot twist: The workout you’re about to destroy will also destroy the patriarchy. Our friends at Fit Columbia are about to change the way you work out. Through their new fitness fueled fundraising series, they will be offering donation based classes during the months of September and October to raise money for WREN. The series
Health and Education, Special Events
by WREN Staff on Aug 15, 2017
UPDATED 8.30.2017: Deadline Extended Technically, current FDA regulations allow emergency contraception (EC) — birth control that prevents pregnancy after sex — to be sold directly on the shelf to women and men of any age with no restrictions. But actually, reports from around the country indicate that in many places, finding EC over-the-counter is not that simple.
Freedom from Violence, Leadership and Civic Engagement, Special Events
by WREN Staff on Jul 25, 2017
This past legislative session, Representative Gilda Cobb-Hunter was met with unwanted physical contact from a fellow legislator when there was a disagreement over a bill. We cannot accept a culture where a woman who speaks up is treated this way. Join WREN and SCCADVASA on Thursday, July 27, 5:30-7:30pm at Spotted Salamander as we write
by WREN Staff on Jun 6, 2017
Throughout this legislative session you’ve given WREN many reasons to celebrate. So naturally, it’s time we celebrate the diverse voices that made our year so successful. Join us on June 15th as we honor the many ways you’ve impacted your community this year. WREN will be while hosting a townhall style discussion with national, expert advocate
by WREN Staff on Apr 26, 2017
Have you ever stopped to think about all the ways that moms impact our lives and our communities? Join us this May as we honor and support the moms and mother-figures across our state. Nominate a Mom This week through May 3rd, WREN will be searching for the moms that have helped our community take
by Communications and Learning Team on Apr 25, 2017
Calling all advocates! Don’t miss out on a chance to spend your summer with WREN’s Communications and Learning team. See below for details regarding our new internship opportunity. Position: Communications Intern Type: Part-Time Compensation: Paid Position Application: Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing samples and sample design work to jobs@scwren.org by May 9.
Health and Education, Policy Updates, Special Events
by WREN Staff on Mar 10, 2017
On March 9th, WREN partnered up with Auntie Bellum to host a network Happy Hour at The War Mouth. And in case you couldn’t slip away from your desk to enjoy the afternoon sunshine, here’s what you missed: Our partnership happy hour kicked off with some WREN legislative updates, including new information regarding the progress of H.3809,
Advocate Stories, Freedom from Violence, Special Events
by WREN Staff on Mar 3, 2017
We’ve all heard the phrase “if only you were in my shoes.” And now, the Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands (STSM) is bringing those words to life. The “Walk a Mile in Their Shoes” fundraising walk encourages the community to get involved in the fight against sexual violence and raises awareness about the local
Policy Updates, Special Events
by Eme Crawford on Dec 7, 2016
In the wake of the 2016 election, WREN has received an outpouring of emails, calls and conversations from women across the state asking what they can do right now to become more involved in speaking up and making a difference for women. Here are a few upcoming events for those of you ready to make
Now is the time to invest in South Carolina’s women, girls, and families. We need people like you joining the movement, speaking out, and leading the way toward positive change.