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For the week of #InternationalWomensDay (8 March) the FAAA is featuring some of its female members across all social media platforms. Today, we share this quote from FAAA Inspire WA State Chair, Cara Graham about why she's proud to be a woman in the profession and why you can count her in. #IWD2024 #Countherin #financialadvice #financialplanning.

May 21, 12pm ROTARY LUNCHEON: Kim Turner and Title IX in Sports Co-CEO of Bay Area Women's Sports Initiative (BAWSI), Im Turner, J.D., will speak about Title IX and its future. Kim is an expert on sport-based gender equity and Title IX advocacy for equity-spurring legislation, and has served as a member of the review panel for the Women's Sports Foundation report; "50 Years of Title IX: We're Not Done Yet." https://lnkd.in/g_hzXPMG

#WIBAHallOfFame2024 Remembering Elsie M. Pinkston, a prominent figure in the behavior analysis community. Elsie Pinkston impacted the organization of ABA in the following ways: 1. Advocacy for women's rights: Elsie was the first woman elected to the council of the Association for Behavior Analysis (ABA) in 1976. She used her position to advocate for women's issues and ensure that they were not overlooked or dismissed by the male-dominated leadership of the organization. She pushed for equal representation, affordable membership fees, and the inclusion of student voting rights. 2. Push for social change: Elsie encouraged ABA to move its convention from Chicago when Illinois failed to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment. This demonstrated her commitment to social justice and her willingness to take a stand for what she believed in. 3. Legacy of strong women leaders: Elsie's presence and advocacy within ABA helped to ensure the organization's vitality and its legacy of strong women leaders. Her outspokenness and refusal to let women's issues be swept under the carpet paved the way for future generations of women to have a voice and leadership roles within the organization. 4. Confrontational protests: Colleagues recalled Elsie's confrontational protests in council meetings and convention sessions. Her willingness to speak up and challenge the status quo helped to bring attention to important issues and push for necessary changes within the organization. 5. Overall impact: Elsie's impact on the organization of ABA can be seen in the increased representation and inclusion of women, the focus on social justice issues, and the continued presence of strong women leaders within the field. Her advocacy and determination helped to shape the organization and ensure that it remained relevant and responsive to the needs of its members. Read more about Elsie here: https://lnkd.in/eubhMPUp #WomenInBehaviorAnalysis #WIBA #WIBA2024

These last two days were incredible. I knew when God gave me the vision to start the RAARE Woman Collective that this would be the most powerful and unprecedented experience for: 💣Women who were already leaning into their understanding of how racism works. 💣Women who had read all the books, watched all the movies and had completed as much independent study as they could, but didn’t know what to do with any of it 💣Women who are paying attention to the impact that racism has had in their own lives, the relationships that it has stolen, the friendships that it has eviscerated, the grandchildren that you can no longer see, the daughter or son-in-law that is not accepted by other family members 💣Women who are angry and disappointed at the state of affairs regarding race relations in our country, but know better than to lead in their advocacy work with that same anger and disappointment, 💣Women who are hungry for the language and resources to reframe how they realize impact… RAARE connects with women as leaders, mothers, daughters, sisters, aunts, cousin, community volunteers, best friends…consciousness, curators and influencers. We lift you AND your work wherever you are. We ask you to simply reflect on the spaces and places you already are: your home, your workplace, your community, and start your racial equity advocacy there, where you ostensibly already have critical “know, like and trust” currency. Uplifting white women who have a desire to understand the power they have in just their proximity to other people who, on the topic of racial equity, must be moved. Giving them the language, change management strategies, supportive community, tools, attributes, mindset strengthening and norms,to assure success as an advocate in this most precarious doctrine. And with all of that as foundation, you develop your annual racial equity plan that we support you in executing. Are you a white woman interested in a grace-centric approach to radical action advancing racial equity? Then join us in this incredible sisterhood.We are unmoved in our work to create a world where racism can’t live. The best first stop is our BREO subscription. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/eJV2A62b

🎉 To the white women who showed up—YOU are leading the charge! 🎉 I want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible women who attended the RAARE Woman Collective Town Hall Summit. Your presence, vulnerability, and commitment to this work are exactly what’s needed to drive real, transformative change. By showing up, sharing your stories, and embracing the discomfort of growth, you are truly leading by example. We were guided over the past two nights by Dr. Nikki R. and Karen D. Smith Butler, two incredible Black women leaders who lead with love, compassion, and grace. They not only educated and supported us but reminded us of the urgency of this work. Racism and hate impact each and every one of us—regardless of our skin color—and the cost is something we can no longer ignore. Hearing the stories of the women of RAARE was a powerful reminder that racism has stolen something from each of us, and it’s time to take action. Together, we have the power to advance racial equity and create a world where racism can no longer live. We are incredibly grateful for the leadership of these strong, visionary women who guide us in this mission with such compassion. 🌱 For those who missed the summit: You can still join us on this journey! Become part of BREO, our membership community that offers ongoing education, resources, and support. The work continues, and we need every voice in this movement. Visit our Website RAARE Woman Collective . com the videos from the summit will be available there. ✨ New this year! We’re launching BREO Peer-to-Peer Meetings, creating a safe space for women to come together, share, reflect, and grow. This is where real connections happen, and where you can keep taking action toward lasting change. To every woman who stood up, spoke out, and committed to advancing racial equity—you are showing the world what true leadership looks like. Let’s continue to lead, act, and create the change we want to see. Together, we are unstoppable. RAARE Woman Collective Live 💪💙 #RAAREWoman #LeadWithCourage #RacialEquity #WomenWhoLead #CommunityPower #RadicalAction #BREO

Who would want to join a club where only 60% of the membership wanted you to join? The Garrick Club may be now admitting women, but the vote suggests it is being done so grudgingly which means women who join still have 40% of the membership who don't want them in the club. Admitting women, inviting them in to a previous male only environment does not feel like a move forward for equality in this instance. It feels more like the Garrick has buckled under pressure. In addition to the gender equality issue, there is another big issue here for me - one of elitism. In this article the fabulous actor Juliet Stevenson says "I'm not so much interested in wining and dining, but I'm really interested in exchanges of ideas and challenging each other," she said. Maybe the first ideas they can start exchanging and challenging views on is how to make society more equal and fair for all, how to create and provide opportunities for the next generation and how is it possible that a government that created rules for the public to follow and then decided they didn't apply to them, is still in power? Groups supporting a cause or purpose for people of one gender do have a place in society. For example, men only mental health support groups have a valid place as do groups for women feeling from domestic abuse. It is just another case of the patriarchal society at work - a group of privileged men deciding whether or not women can join their club. Which made me think about an old TV advert, "if you like a lot of chocolate on your biscuit join our club". Anyone with a club on biscuits and chocolate, let me know. #equality #patriarchy #clubs #society https://lnkd.in/eXm_3ajn

Women giving women advice is the ultimate empowerment! 🙌 We caught up with these remarkable women at the 2024 Ikoyi Club Ladies Golf Tournament to glean from their wealth of experience in personal finance and investing. And of course, they delivered! #FinancialAdvice #MoneyTipsforWomen #PersonalFinance

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It's puzzling to me why anyone would approach this topic with such aggresion and negativity Dr Jessica Taylor , it has fueled some concerning comments that don't seem too reasonable in your original post. Look maybe I'm just being ignorant but this is my take on the topic you raised : If the intent was to overshadow her moment, then yes, that's toxic and probably a red flag in the relationship. But if he's proposing, it's likely they know each other well by now. For most men, the proposal is about creating a beautiful moment for their partner, not stealing the spotlight. A proposal that meets his partners memorable expectations . While the timing of his well-meaning gesture might unintentionally shift focus or add to the celebration it would be unusual and weird for a guy to propose for attention especially since proposals aren't typically a topic guys care to brag about; proposals are not commonly viewed as an event primarily for the future husband. Most guys never celebrate the aniversary of the proposal let alone even remember the date on which they proposed. If he's reached the point where he wants to propose to the love of his life but isn't aware that this timing would upset her, that speaks to a deeper issue of not knowing her as well as he should. Instead of seeking out reasons to hate, we should strive to be more united, understanding, and empathetic. It's crucial to afford the benefit of the doubt and not jump to the worst conclusions by assuming a guy would plan a wedding proposal with any sinister intent towards their future wife. In reality he probably thought she would be twice as happy. if Damian Coory made a feature length episode of #theotherside he would struggle to address even half the sexist hatred in the original posts comments alone. How do we wake up from woke?