Westchester Women's Agenda

12/18/2025

"A revolution without dancing is a revolution not worth having." — Emma Goldman 💃

Huge thanks to everyone who joined us at The Sailhouse for our year-end happy hour. We gathered to celebrate our wins, lean on each other, and recharge for the work ahead. The fight continues, but for now, we dance! 🥂

12/17/2025

Governor Hochul's decision to veto S7001/A7616 leaves NY nonprofits trapped in a broken contracting system at a time of growing financial hardship.

We're holding the Governor to her promise to fix this administratively. Nonprofits and our communities can't wait.

12/12/2025

A massive thank you to everyone who participated in the WWA Juneteenth Committee's powerful panel discussion, "Resisting Slavery By Another Name: The Powerful Rise of the NAACP."

Special thanks to our incredible panelists, Mayo Bartlett, Esq., Kisha Skipper, and Ingraham Taylor, LMSW, and and our fantastic moderator, Tasha Young!

Missed the discussion? You can view the full, insightful recording now on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4GHXIjl_2U

12/10/2025

Our community is richer, stronger, and more vibrant because of our immigrant neighbors. We stand unwavering in our solidarity with you today and every day.

12/07/2025

Join us Monday, 12/8 at 6 pm at the YWCA in White Plains - registration is still open!

11/18/2025

The Westchester County government is facing a historically tough budget year. Federal spending cuts to essential programs have helped create a $197.7M budget gap.

Tough choices are ahead, and the Board of Legislators needs to hear from you. Your voice is critical to inform Legislators on the issues you want the County to prioritize.

Join WWA and make your voice heard:

Public Input Session: 📍 Pelham 🗓️ Wednesday, November 19 🕔 5:30 PM 🏛️ Daronco Town House (20 Fifth Avenue)

Public Hearing: 📍 White Plains 🗓️ Wednesday, December 3 🕔 7 PM
🏛️ Board of Legislators Chambers (148 Martine Avenue, 8th Floor)

Click here for details: https://www.westchesterlegislators.com/fy2026-budget-dashboard

11/17/2025

It takes a Native woman ~23 months to earn what a white man earns in 12.

This is unacceptable. That's on , we are calling to dismantle the systemic barriers fueling this gap by investing in better jobs, childcare, paid leave, and pay transparency.

Let's close the and fight for a fair future.

11/10/2025

SNAP benefits for thousands of Westchester families have been delayed due to the government shutdown.

As we fight to protect this vital program, our local food pantries are preparing for a massive surge in need. They cannot do this alone.

Here’s how you can help right now:

📢 SPEAK UP: Tell your federal representatives to act immediately and fully protect SNAP funding: https://feedingnys.quorum.us/campaign/145507/

🥫 SHOW UP: Support Feeding Westchester or your local food pantry as they step up to fill the gap. Every dollar, every can, and every hour of your time makes a difference: https://feedingwestchester.org/

10/28/2025

Protect your SNAP!

10/23/2025

10/21/2025

Early Voting starts this Saturday, October 25th at 10 am at 25 locations across Westchester County. Check the link to find a location near you and happy voting!

Early Voting 2025 Schedules, Locations, FAQs: 2025 General Election – November 4, 2025 What is Early Voting?Early voting for the General Election is a nine (9) day period where voters can vote in-person before Election Day in Westchester County. Who can vote early?For the November 4, 2025 General ...

10/04/2025

On Latina Women's Equal Pay Day, remember this: In NY, Latinas still make just 60¢ for every $1 a white man earns.

We need real solutions: Enforce pay transparency laws, expand paid leave, and ensure access to affordable childcare. It's time to close the gap.