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Colorado consistently ranks high for the number of women holding elected office, currently second in the nation for women in the state legislature. Despite this, experts note significant barriers remain, particularly for women of color who are underrepresented. Challenges such as lack of resources, institutional racism, and sexism dissuade many women from running or succeeding in higher offices like governor or U.S. Senator. Colorado's history of strong female representation is due to active recruitment and support networks. Yet, systemic obstacles persist, requiring ongoing efforts to truly level the political playing field for all women to level the political playing field for all women truly.Here's what former Denver mayoral candidate and executive director of Women Uprising Lisa Calderon said about how the Me Too movement has impacted the culture in the Capital: "Speaking out isn't enough. It definitely takes courage, but we also have to support women when they do, including when they are facing the loss of their position, loss of their jobs, loss of their reputation, and their income. And it seems to be even more profound when women of color speak out around these issues."Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eM48P-Mt

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We discussed the importance of Allies on our recent NET-WORK session, and Women's Affordable Housing Network (WAHN) is fortunate to have so many WAHNderful examples of how Allies can empower, elevate and encourage women in our industry. James Cromartie was the epitome of an active ally, and to honor him and celebrate others who exemplify the way James lived his life, WAHN created the James Cromartie Active Ally Award. Kent Neumann was honored last year with our award, and nominations are officially open for this year's award! Male ally nominees must show a demonstrated commitment to making the workplace more equitable, dedication to ongoing learning, and courageous action (e.g. calling out bias, creating space for women, and recognizing their own privilege). We acknowledge that an Ally can be of the same sex, race, religious belief, etc. but we have reserved this award for our male allies.Nominations open today, will close on Oct 13th, and the award will beannounced in late October. To nominate an Ally, please fill out this form as an individual or on behalf of a WAHN chapter. https://lnkd.in/g4d_eyxb

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Zimkita vs. Black Patriarchy vs. Corporate Career – Part III.3“Zim, Proverbs 31, is not exclusive to Black Patriarchy. All women, believe in this principle”.That’s correct, it’s pervasive across ALL RACES. In 2021, I'd a speaking event. During my speech, I referenced the work of Nancy Fraser (an American Philosopher and Professor). Her work links what she calls social reproductive work (housework, child rearing, elderly care, emotional care) to the paid / waged labor markets. You can Google her work. This was my pedestrian analysis of it:For the world systems to thrive, it's critical that both parts function optimally. So, whether humans are working in the home or are paid outside, all labor is INDISPENSABLE / NECESSARY to thriving economies and societies.The SYSTEM, though, had a dilemma. Most humans gravitate towards financial goals. Money has a high potential of giving tangible power. We can’t have everyone wanting power now, can we? Who will do the equally CRICTICAL unpaid labor?The solution was simple - MISEDUCATE girls to strive for unpaid labor. Teach them early on that they're naturally nurturing, have a woman’s touch, mothers love, and therefore it's honorable for them to measure their worth in unpaid labor. Boys, on the other hand, don't naturally possess these attributes. They’re automatically suited to economic activities as Providers. In the past, laws were written to exclude many women from paid labor markets.Fast forward to today – blatant laws of exclusion have been deemed immoral / unethical, but the miseducation of girls was never put into law, it remains mostly intact.Hence this scam of greatest proportions continues, even when women are working outside the home.Stories abound of women, left destitute in middle age. They never thought to measure their labor in financial terms. How many women have been scammed, by the very same people they “supported”, hiding assets they helped to accumulate?Post-divorce, I’ve taken 3 career breaks to parent. So, I’m not against the notion of us, women naturally making huge sacrifices. However, I’ve the privilege / freedom of choice. I’ve the privilege to succeed and thrive in paid labor markets. I advocate for this, especially for women CAs. We, teach you to be business savvy. About the importance of having the right legal agreements in place. To be well informed when concluding contracts. When you leave your job to work in the home, apply the principles.You know how much you might earn in 10 years’ time. Present value the amount, unwind that discount, and put the amount you’ll be getting in 10 years as a minimum in writing. Marriage contracts aren’t a one-day wedding thing. Like all contracts, there's a need for written amendments, when new terms are negotiated. This, however needs self-love and courage.Why did I stay? Why does the laboring required of black women under Black Patriarchy require special attention from Corporate Leaders?#ethicalleadership

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We solute women and women-owned businesses, everyday. We want to shine the light on some key facts, during #womensequalityday. The US has 12.3 million women-owned businesses. US women-owned businesses generate $1.8 trillion a year. 40% of US businesses are women-owned. Black females accounted for 42% of all women who opened a new business, in 2022, and represented 36% of all Black employers.Latinas represent 40% of all Latino business owners and the number of Latina-led employer firms has grown 20%, since 2021. Native American women owned over 220,000 businesses in 2019, or about 3% of all women-owned businesses.

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If you like to use your Fridays for a little inspiration and reflection time, this article on the acknowledgment of the "Rosies" who joined the workforce during WWII will appeal to you. My takeaways:👷♀️ When we are in the work, we often don't recognize or celebrate the great things we are doing👩🚒 80 years later, we are still trying to get gender equity around pay👩🚀 Women are champs at getting the work done and not seeking out the acknowledgment that is often dueTake a moment now and celebrate something you've accomplished this week, this year or this career. Share it in the comments. I'll start!(thank you Michael Chae for sharing this article that made my day)

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What a read! Thanks for sharing 💎Kim Regis!Concepts and frameworks that apply and explain lived experiences are like oxygen to nearly lifeless, “barely making it” individuals that struggle to breathe as they navigate these workplace dynamics.

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Not to pile on.....about women over 40I mean all women know this deep in our bones, but it's a good article. I do want to focus on one line though, and it's a quote from one of the women highlighted, and that is her saying about women over 40..."we have so much more to give".We women 'give' enough...for married women who work out of the home, we are still spending more than double the amount of time on housework than their husbands (4.6 hours per week for women vs. 1.9 hours per week for men), and almost two hours more per week on caregiving, including tending to children.Husbands, meanwhile, spend roughly three hours more per week than their wives on paid work, and three and a half hours more on leisure activities.This doesn't take into consideration the hits women take when they bear and birth the children.Again, we've given enough. We have, and studies show it, a lot more to offer and to be paid for...a lot more that is extremely beneficial to the corporate world. We need to be more specific and purposeful in our language around this issue as we work to change it...

🎉 Kicking Off Women's History Month with a Tribute to Women in Real Estate 🎉As we usher in Women's History Month, let's spotlight women’s extraordinary journeys and achievements in the real estate industry! 🌷🏠 With women now representing over 64% of Realtors in the United States, their pivotal role and leadership within the industry are undeniable, as emphasized by a recent study from the National Association of Realtors®.📈 The story of female membership in the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) reflects a journey of resilience and progress. Initially, when NAR was founded in 1908, its membership was exclusively male. The creation of the Women’s Council of REALTORS® in 1938 was a landmark event, marking a pivotal shift in this narrative. This was particularly significant because, for the first two decades of NAR's existence, women faced barriers to admission to NAR. As a response to these challenges, a separate group was formed, establishing a “women’s division” at the Annual Convention in Milwaukee in November 1938 by thirty-seven visionary women from nine states.👩💻🌿 From their initial clerical roles in the late 1700s to becoming agents and brokers by the 1880s, and overcoming legal barriers such as the inability to obtain a mortgage without a male co-signer until 1974, women in real estate have shown incredible resilience, empowerment, and success against all odds.🌟 This Women's History Month, we honor not just the courage, innovation, and determination of women in real estate but also the collective effort and unity that led to the formation of the Women’s Council of REALTORS®. Their contributions have transformed the industry and paved the way for future generations to dream big and achieve even more significance.💐 Here's to recognizing the past, celebrating the present, and eagerly anticipating the future achievements of women in real estate. May their stories of breaking barriers and forging equality and opportunity inspire us all.#WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInRealEstate #Empowerment #Innovation #Resilience #BreakingBarriers #RealEstateLeaders #CelebratingWomen #Sovereignrm#LiveSovereign

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Equity in compensation is a topic that I am personally and professionally passionate about for many reasons (more on that later...)! But, this Friday, Experience Management Institute will find out whether we won a bronze, silver, or gold 2023 The Stevie® Awards for Achievements in #EqualPay. While there are some big (HUGE) multi-national corporations on the finalist list, we know that our work around pay equity is cutting edge. Regardless of the #stevieawards we receive this Friday; we are excited to support nonprofits and businesses who value their employees and take proactive steps to promote and ensure equal pay in the workplace.#payequity #equity #pay #paytransparency #enterpreneurship #womenentrepreneurs

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