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Sep 18, 2023
A federally funded program that supported stabilizing the childcare industry during the COVID pandemic is coming to an end on September 30. Without this money, South Carolina’s childcare providers may struggle to stay open for business. The Background The American Rescue Plan (ARP) provided childcare programs in our state, and across the nation, with funding
May 23, 2023
WREN condemns the decision by the Senate to pass a dangerous and extreme 6-week abortion ban. Despite the leadership of the 5 women of the Senate and the outcry of thousands and thousands of South Carolinians over the last year, the Senate leadership has chosen to put politics over people – over our lives, our
by WREN Staff on May 10, 2023
WREN Celebrates Passage of Paid Leave for Educators in South Carolina! COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA, May 10, 2023 – Today, the Paid Leave for Educators (H 3908) passed the House unanimously. This bill is off to the Governor’s desk for signature. Soon, more than 55,000 educators in South Carolina will be eligible for up to 6
by Ann Warner on May 9, 2023
Statement in Opposition to S. 474 House Judiciary Constitutional Laws May 9, 2023 Thank you, Chairman Jordan, and members of the Committee, for the opportunity to testify today. My name is Ann Warner and I am the CEO of the Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network (WREN), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization with a mission
by WREN Staff on Apr 28, 2023
On April 27, South Carolina Senate champions were able to keep the total abortion ban H 3774 from passing. This is a victory that would not have been possible without YOU and your tireless advocacy. Because of you, South Carolinians are still able to access abortion care that they need. We will never stop working
by WREN Staff on Apr 7, 2023
Please spread the word! Tell your friends and loved ones to donate to WREN during Midlands Gives! The big day is on May 2, but early giving is taking place now! And remember, your gifts will be matched. You can also create your own personal fundraising page and help raise money for WREN. Visit
by WREN Staff on Mar 30, 2023
Midlands Gives Day is so important for our community, and we can’t wait to be a part of the celebration! Because of friends like you, WREN raised over $45,000 during last year’s #MidlandsGives. Please help us reach $55,000 this year! You don’t have wait until May 2 to start giving. Early giving begins now! Donations are
by WREN Staff on Mar 28, 2023
Thank you for the opportunity to provide testimony. WREN is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization with a mission to build a movement to advance the health, economic well-being, and rights of South Carolina’s women, girls, gender expansive people and their families. We have more than 40,000 people in our statewide network, and we work with elected
by WREN Staff on Mar 23, 2023
WREN believes in a world where all people, no matter their race, financial status, or gender identity, are safe and thriving. We advocate and fight for freedom. This year, WREN joins our partners in celebrating Trans Day of Visibility (TDOV) in South Carolina. Trans Day of Visibility (TDOV), is an international day designated to lifting
by WREN Staff on Mar 14, 2023
WREN is committed to closing gender and race-based pay gaps and advancing economic security for women, girls, and gender-expansive people! This #EqualPayDay, we acknowledge there is still a lot of work to be done to create a South Carolina where everyone is safe and thriving. What is Equal Pay Day? Equal Pay Day is the
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.