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by WREN Staff on Dec 9, 2020
Wednesday, December 9th is a national day of action to #SaveChildcare. Childcare workers are the workforce behind the workforce. View the video below to learn from parents and providers how COVID-19 has impacted their work. You can take action on social media to tell our legislators that we must #SaveChildcare. Click here for a toolkit to
by Chloe Holowczenko, WREN Policy and Programs Assistant on Sep 30, 2020
Voting: The one thing on everyone’s minds and coming up awfully quick. In 33 days, on November 3rd, Americans will cast their vote under unprecedented conditions. In the midst of a deadly pandemic, with unpredictable or non-existent childcare, and while juggling work, school, and personal responsibilities, we must take action to maintain our democracy and
by WREN Staff on Sep 19, 2020
The Women’s Rights and Empowerment Network joins our community in mourning the loss of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Justice Ginsburg’s influence on this country cannot be overstated. During her decades-long tenure on the Supreme Court and as a litigator for the ACLU, she reshaped the legal landscape of our country to protect women
by WREN Staff on Jul 22, 2020
What is Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) and why is it important? The coronavirus pandemic and the response by federal, state, and local authorities are fast-moving. We know federal legislation can be especially hard to keep up with at a time like this; that’s why we’re breaking down unemployment benefits and some continued work we
by WREN Staff on Mar 5, 2020
Join us on International Women’s Day as we reveal eight new women as the 2020 class of Columbia City of Women honorees. On March 31, 2019, Former First Lady of South Carolina Rachel Hodges, WREN, and Historic Columbia introduced Columbia City of Women, a very special initiative to put women in their (rightful) place —
by WREN Staff on Feb 21, 2020
Our nest is getting bigger! Meet WREN’s newest staff member and Network Engagement Manager, Kayla Mallet. 1. Where are you from? The Mighty Metropolis of Manning, South Carolina – Clarendon County. 2. What did you do before coming to WREN? Prior to joining this team, I coordinated a statewide panel of citizens who were
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by Wren Staff on Jan 8, 2020
South Carolina runs on 2 year legislative cycles and 2020 marks the beginning of the second year. The first day of session will begin on Tuesday, January 14, 2020. Here are a few tips to prepare for this session: 1. Download the SC Legislature App This mobile app makes staying connected during the
by Wren Team on Dec 13, 2019
1. Where are you from? Originally, I was born in Boulder, Colorado, but I’ve lived in Charleston, South Carolina since I was two. I like Columbia more than Charleston, which is a very unpopular opinion. 2. What did you do previously before coming to WREN? Before this position, I was at South Carolina Farm
by Wren Staff on Dec 12, 2019
In collaboration with the National Women’s Law Center, WREN released a report that reveals multiple barriers to gender justice. As a result of a history of discriminatory practices, women in South Carolina face disparities based on race, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity. This report focuses on a host of issues that illustrate the barriers
by Ann Warner on Oct 22, 2019
BREAKING: 6-week abortion ban receives favorable report in subcommittee vote Today the Senate Medical Affairs subcommittee voted to move forward a six-week abortion ban with no exceptions for rape or incest. This vote demonstrates a profound disrespect for the health and safety of South Carolinians, and total disregard for the countless objections raised by doctors,
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.