Celebrating Women’s History Month 2024
It’s March! Winter’s winding down, but the year still feels new. With 2024 intentions still top of mind, WOC has several cultural, professional, and educational resources to share. As we celebrate the myriad movers, shakers, and other women history makers, embrace the potential to create your place in history.
Arts and Culture
WOC encourages you to enjoy the musical and cinematic talents of varied female artists.
An incredible panel discussion with powerful women who are leading and influencing the arts sector followed by a special performance of works by women composers and light refreshments.
Moderated by Jeannie Sager and featuring a special performance of Music She Wrote, A Celebration of Women Composers by
Dr. Brooke Bryant, Soprano
Yolanda F. Johnson, Soprano
Michael Eisenberg, Harpsichord and Piano
Host your own film fest and feast on these women of color-led features.
Career Development
Investing in professional development can help you remain on top of your life and career “game.” Key components of self-investment are knowing your worth and having up-to-date compensation information on your title and location. WOC offers tools to bolster your research.
This year’s ranking of Top 10 Firms that Work for Women of Color has now launched! See who earned a coveted place on this sought after list of top search firms.
Did you know that a woman earns $0.84 for every $1.00 a white man makes? Yet research indicates that compared with men, women may spend more of their salaries on certain goods and services due to price differences.
This year, March 12th is Women’s Equal Pay Day, which marks how long it takes for women to make as much as men in the previous year. WOC has compiled a list of salary calculators for members to use as a resource for negotiation.
View our guide for helpful tips on your salary and career research.
Women’s Philanthropy
The history of women’s philanthropy is long, multifaceted, and ever evolving. For insightful literature on women’s giving, its impact, and strategies for greater engagement, check out WOC’s online library.
“As we continue the path forward for fundraising and philanthropy, let us always remember that women give!” reminds Yolanda F. Johnson, in her philanthropywomen.org-featured article.
The WOC founder and IED leader highlights the importance of harnessing the power of women’s donorship in an inclusive manner. See her strategies for practicing successful fundraising through the respectful and appreciative engagement of women philanthropists.
In addition to financial support, women’s philanthropy includes dedication to and donations of time, effort, and spirit to promote civil rights and racial equity. Want to learn more about the growing impact and deep involvement of women in racial justice causes and its connection to giving?
Visit WOC’s library to read the Women’s Philanthropy Institute and the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy’s Women Give 2022 report in full.
See diagram for data and details on the effect of women’s philanthropy in racial justice causes.