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Member Organizations of NYWA

NYWA’s membership organizations include community groups, trade associations, religious organizations, ethnic organizations, and issues-oriented groups. Our membership currently boasts almost 100 such organizations.

100 Hispanic Women
358 Fifth Avenue, #504
New York, NY 10001
Tel: (212) 239 1430
Fax: (212) 239 1431
100 Hispanic Women's mission is to prepare a diverse group of dedicated Hispanic women who have demonstrated leadership to address an agenda of nationwide support and empowerment, which will benefit the Hispanic community and society at large. The organization promotes Hispanic culture and language, creates a global network for positive change, and supports and nurtures the leadership potential of Hispanas. It also fosters the advancement of Hispanas through legislation, public policy, business development and placements in key and influential positions in the public and private sectors.

Advertising Women of New York
25 W4est 45th Street #1600A
New York, NY 10036
212-221-7969 Fax 212-221-8296
www.awny.org
Advertising Women of New York (AWNY) is an organization for women in advertising and related industries that provides a forum for professional growth, serves as a catalyst for the enhancement and advancement of women in the industry, and promotes philanthropic endeavors. AWNY creates programs to help its members develop their professional skills, to enlighten and inform its membership on a wide array of topics through education programs, to take an advocacy position, where appropriate, on issues important to women in the workplace, and to support the community through the philanthropic efforts of the AWNY Foundation.

A.I.R. Gallery
40 Wooster Street
New York, NY 10013
212-966-0788 Fax 212-941-7508
www.airnyc.org
A.I.R. (Artists in Residence, Inc.) was the first women's cooperative gallery in the country. It was founded in 1972 as a response to the resistance of the art world to art made by women. It is a non-profit organization supported and run by its membership, comprised of twenty New York City artist-members and fifteen affiliate members from around the country. Located in SoHo's gallery district, A.I.R. is an alternative to commercial galleries. It's mission is to advance the status of women artists by exhibiting work of the highest quality and by providing leadership and a sense of community to women. This mission is fulfilled through exhibitions of work by members and in non-member invitational, curated and juried shows.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
310 West 138th Street
New York, NY 10030
914-664-0547 Fax 914-664-6797
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority was founded by Ethel Hedgemen Lyle, along with fifteen other young women in 1908, at Howard University in Washington, D.C., making it the oldest international Greek-letter organization in America by and for black women. Alpha Kappa Alpha was incorporated in 1913 and has grown from one undergraduate group to an international service organization. Tau Omega is the oldest graduate chapter in the New York area, established in May of 1925. Tau Omega provides tutoring for our youth, and scholarships for college bound women; it sponsors health forums, books for babies and many other programs which support our international targets of education, health, arts and culture, economic development and the black family.

American Association of University Women
111 East 37th Street
New York, NY 10016
212-684-6068 Fax 212-684-6068
www.aauwnyc1@aol.com
The American Association of University Women is the largest, oldest national organization working for the advancement of women and education. Founded in 1881 by seventeen alumnae of eight colleges, AAUW was dedicated to opening the doors of higher education. The New York City Branch, second oldest of the branches, has amassed an impressive record in pursuing AAUW's mission to: promote equity for all women and girls, life-long education, and positive societal change.

American Woman's Economic Development Corporation
216 East 45th Street. 10th Fl
New York, NY 10017
917-368-6100, Fax 212-986-7114
American Woman's Economic Development Corporation (AWED) is the leading, national not-for-profit organization working to achieve economic independence for women by training and counseling them in how to start and run their own businesses. Founded in 1976, AWED has served over 100,000 women with formal course instruction, one-on-one counseling and special events, seminars and workshops. AWED is headquartered in New York City.

American Woman's Society of CPA's - NYC Affiliate
PO Box 7643, F.D.R. Station
New York, NY 10150
212-928-3055 Fax 212-259-1907
The purpose of the American Woman's Society of CPA's is to advance the professional interests and careers of women CPA's and to build a national presence for women CPA's throughout the country. The organization provides technical sessions for continuing professional education and current topics of interest, holds 10 meetings a year and hosts an annual dinner.

ArtTable, Inc.
116 John Street - Room 822
New York, NY 10038
(212) 343-1735
www.arttable.org
ArtTable, Inc. is an invitational national organization for women who are leaders in the visual arts. Its purpose is to create a forum for the exchange of ideas and information; to develop the highest standards of professionalism so as to enhance performance in the field; to identify and support policies and programs which promote the visual arts; to increase access to the field through programs of mentoring and education; and to encourage cultural diversity in visual arts programming, including the development of audiences from all segments of society and, by so doing, help enrich the nation's cultural life.

Association of Profession Insurance Women (APIW)
Munich-American Risk Partners
1350 Avenue of the Americas, 5th floor
New York, New York 10019
212 887-6031 direct
212 887-6056 fax
www.apiw.org
APIW is the leading organization dedicated to the advancement of professional insurance women and to the recognition of their contributions to the industry. Its goal is to provide membership with unparalleled opportunities for professional development and networking. APIW's programs address the latest developments and issues affecting its industry. They play an important role in recognizing the achievements and contributions of women and helping them to prepare for leadership roles. The APIW Scholars Program provides scholarships to talented young women pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies in insurance, finance and risk management. Each year it honors an outstanding professional insurance woman as APIW Insurance Woman of the Year for exceptional professional and personal achievements, as well as a demonstrated commitment to the vision of APIW. APIW encourages all members to actively participate in the organization, assume leadership roles and work on collaborative project.

Association of Real Estate Women
323 East 88th Street # 6
New York, NY 10128
212-265-4652 Fax 983-5140
www.arew.org
Based in New York City, the Association of Real Estate Women (AREW) was founded almost 25 yeas ago to provide opportunities for career development and networking with other real estate professionals. AREW members share an intense commitment to excellence as they consistently work to enhance their professional knowledge and skills. From September to June, AREW sponsors monthly luncheons featuring notable guest speakers or a panel of experts on a wide range of real estate and general issue topics. In pursuit of its central mission to provide educational and professional enrichment to its members and the industry, AREW also conducts seminars, tours, and industry leader breakfasts to encourage interaction among members, non-members, and leaders in the real estate community.

Brooklyn Business and Professional Women's Club
35 Prospect Park West
Brooklyn, NY 11215
718-789-5379 Fax 718-398-0545
The Brooklyn Business and Professional Women's Club is one of over 200 clubs across the country with over 10,000 members. The mission of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs is to improve the quality of life and expand the status of women by empowering them in their businesses and professions through economic development scholarships, conferences and other educational forums and networks.

Business and Professional Women's Clubs - District 1
66 Frankfort Street # 4C
New York, NY 10038
212-571-0475 Fax 212-907-6125
The purpose of Business and Professional Women's Clubs is to achieve equity in the workplace for all women through advocacy, education and information. Their programs are designed to enhance the organization's mission.

Catalyst
120 West Street 5th Fl
New York, NY 10005
212-514-7600 Fa x 212-514-8470
www.catalystwomen.org
Catalyst is the non-profit research and advisory organization working to advance women in business, with offices in New York and Toronto. The leading source of information on women in business for the past four decades, Catalyst has knowledge and tools that help companies and women maximize their potential. Our solutions-oriented approach - through research, Advisory Services, Corporate Board Placement, and the Catalyst Awards, has earned the confidence of global business leaders. For the past three years, Catalyst has been ranked by the American Institute of Philanthropy as the highest rated non-profit in the nation focused on women's issues.

Center for the Study of Women & Society - CUNY
365 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10016
212-817-2015 Fax 212-817-1573
The Center for the Study of Women & Society at CUNY was established in 1977 to support learning and community outreach. The Center is both public education's pinnacle for women's and gender research in the metropolitan area, and the hub for Women's Studies Programs and Women's Centers throughout the CUNY system. The Center sponsors a speakers series and promotes attention to diversity.

Center for the Women of New York
Queens Borough Hall, Room 325
120-55 Queens Boulevard
Kew Gardens, NY 11424
Ph: (718) 793-0672
Fax: (718) 793-0020
http://www.cwny.org/
Email: centerwny@yahoo.com

Mission Statement

The Center for the Women of New York is a non-profit membership organization open to all who are interested in the realization of women's rights. It serves as a full-service resource and information center for women, offering educational opportunities, support services and social enrichment. It aims to be a "think tank", working with academic institutions and community organizations in developing and demonstrating models for women in all matters to improve their lives and toward realizing full economic, political and cultural life in New York City. Designed to function as a research and conference center that can facilitate the women's movement, it is emerging as a "living" museum, supporting and recording women's achievements as they occur throughout the world.

Coalition of Labor Union Women - New York City
59-17 Junction Boulevard, 9th Fl
Corona, NY 11368
718-595-3843 Fax 718-595-3827
The primary mission of the coalition is to unify all union women in a viable organization to determine common problems and concerns, and to develop action programs within the framework of unions by dealing effectively with the coalition's objectives. The Coalition of Labor Union Women seeks to promote unionism and to encourage unions to be more aggressive in their efforts to bring unorganized women under collective bargaining agreements, particularly in those areas where there are large numbers of unorganized and/or minority women.

Commercial Real Estate Women - New York
PO Box 7338 F.D.R. Station
New York, NY 10150
212-883-2519 Fax 212-883-2819
Commercial Real Estate Women of New York, Inc. (CREW-NY), a professional organization founded in 1988, is comprised of senior level professional women actively involved in the commercial real estate industry in the New York area. Its membership includes developers, investment bankers, leasing and sales brokers, urban planners, architects and attorneys, among others. CREW-NY's mission is to further members' expertise in all areas of commercial real estate, to promote the highest standards of professionalism, ethics and integrity among members, and to provide opportunity for business growth. To achieve its mission, CREW-NY sponsors monthly meetings featuring industry leaders, educational seminars on current issues, and participates in regional and national activities.

Creative Center for Women with Cancer
147 West 26th Street
New York, NY 10001
646-336-7612 Fax 646-336-7614
www.ccwconline.org
Through offering workshops that include visual, performing and literary arts, The Creative Center cultivates a community of support in which people with cancer improve their lives through creativity as they meet the challenges of illness, treatment and survivorship. The Creative Center Artist-in-Residence Program offers art workshops at the patient's bedside in seven New York City hospitals, offering an antidote to the anxiety, pain and boredom that is often a part of the hospital experience. The Creative Center exhibits the work of professional and non-professional artists who are cancer survivors, both to support the artists and to increase the public awareness of the depths and diversity of artistic expression in those who are too often viewed as representatives of their disease rather than unique individuals.

Emily's List
50 East 89th Street
New York, NY 10128
212-369-0562 Fax 212-369-0138
In just 12 years, Emily's List - an acronym for "Early Money Is Like Yeast" (it makes the dough rise) - has grown from a new idea to the nation's leading source of political funding and campaign expertise for pro-choice Democratic women. We help make candidates run stronger, smarter and more competitive campaigns.

Equality Now
250 West 57th Street # 826
New York, NY 10107
212-586-0906 Fax 212-586-1611
www.equalitynow.org
Equality Now is an international human rights organization dedicated to action for the civil, political, economic and social rights of girls and women. Taking advantage of both traditional and "high tech" action techniques such as letter writing and fax campaigns, video witnessing, media events and public information activities, Equality Now mobilizes action on behalf of individual women whose rights are being violated and promotes women's rights at the local, national and international levels. Some of the main human rights issues of concern to Equality Now include rape, domestic violence, female infanticide, genital mutilation, reproductive rights, gender discrimination, political representation, sexual harassment and pornography.

Financial Women's Association of New York
215 Park Avenue South #1713
New York, NY 10003
212-533-2141 Fax 212-982-3008
www.fwa.org
The Financial Women's Association's (FWA) mission is to advance professionalism in finance and business, with special emphasis on the role of women. FWA provides a public forum for examination of important contemporary issues in business, finance, governmental policy and civic affairs. The organization seeks to attain greater recognition of women's achievements in finance and to encourage women to seek career opportunities in finance and business.

Finnish & American Women's Network
P.O. Box 20342
New York, NY 10011-0007
www.fawnet.org, info@fawnet.org
Our mission is to promote professional networking and career development for women, to provide educational opportunities, maintain a database of useful contacts available to all members, and to support and maintain relationships with other related organizations. FAWN's "God Child" philanthropic program is designed to provide educational opportunities for girls from dire circumstances. The membership of FAWN is open to everyone who is interested in the objectives and purposes of the organization regardless of gender or national origin. FAWN is a non profit organization.

Foundation for African American Women
55 West 68th Street
New York, NY 10023
212-799-0322
The Foundation for African American Women supports the projects and initiatives of African American women and girls. It addresses racial and gender equity through programs and advocacy. One of the foundation's goals is to build its endowment for future grant-making and philanthropy. The Foundation takes a proactive stance in the struggle for sexual and racial equality in order to enhance the economic, political and social conditions of African Americans and all Americans.

Girl Scout Council of Greater New York
43 West 23rd Street
New York, NY 10010
www.girlscoutsnyc.org
Girl Scouts builds girls of confidence, courage and character, who make their communities and the world a better place. The Girl Scout Council of Greater New York offers the Girl Scout experience to all girls in the five boroughs of New York City. By delivering a diverse range of educational, cultural and skill-building programs to more than 20,000 New York City girls with the help of more than 7,000 adult volunteers, we are fulfilling our core mission of helping girls grow into capable and responsible women who respect themselves and others. Our research shows positive and encouraging results: girls who are Girl Scouts are high achievers, have high self esteem and set high life goals.

Girls Inc.
120 Wall Street
New York, NY 10005
212-509-2000 Fax 212-509-8707
www.girlsinc.org
Girls Inc. is a national youth organization dedicated to helping every girl become strong, smart and bold. For over 50 years, Girls Incorporated has provided educational programs for millions of American girls, particularly those in high risk, under-served areas. Today, innovative programs help girls confront subtle societal messages about their values and potential and prepare them to lead successful, independent and fulfilling lives.

Girls Incorporated of New York City
5 West 73rd Street 5th Fl
New York, NY 10023
212-712-0022 Fax 212-712-0017
www.girlsinc.org
Girls, Inc. of NYC seeks to enrich the lives of New York City girls ages 6 - 18. While focusing on girls ages 8 - 15 from under-served communities, Girls Inc of NYC works in three distinctive ways: direct services to girls; training and technical assistance to other youth-serving organizations located in New York City to strengthen their girls programming; and advocating the girls and girls' services. Girls, Inc. NYC is working to break down barriers, build resources, and educate policy makers, business leaders, communities and schools so that all of New York City's girls can he strong, smart and bold.

Greater New York Links, Inc.
4750 Henry Hudson Parkway #14E
Riverdale, NY 10471
718-884-8314
The Greater New York Links is a volunteer service organization of concerned, committed, and talented women who, linked in friendship, enhance the quality of life in the larger community. The chapter is primarily concerned with enriching, sustaining and ensuring the identities, culture, and economic survival of African Americans and persons of African decent. To contribute to the formulation of a positive, productive, and culturally diverse society, The Links, Inc. also focuses on education, cultural enrichment, health and wellness and civic involvement. This focus is implemented through strategies including public information and education, and economic development.

Hadassah, The Women's Zionist Organization of America, Inc.
25 West 45th Street, Suite 808
New York, NY 10036,
212-575-8193 Fax 212-303-8282
www.hadsssah.org
Hadassah, The Women's Zionist Organization of America is dedicated to improving the lives of the people of Israel and women in the U.S. since 1912. Today, Hadassah is the largest women's, largest Jewish and largest Zionist organization in the United States. In Israel, it supports the Hadassah Medical Organization, Hadassah College of Technology, Hadassah Career Counciling Institute, youth villages for immigrant and at-risk teens, and conservation projects with our partners at JNF. In the U.S., Hadassah supports health education, Jewish education, social action and advocacy, community volunteerism, the Young Judaea youth movement, the Hadassah Research Institute on Jewish Women at Brandeis University, the Hadassah Leadership Academy and The Hadassah Foundation.

Healthcare Businesswomen's Association
333B Route 46 West #B-201
Fairfield, NJ 07004
973-575-0606 Fax 973-575-1445
The Healthcare Businesswomen's Association (HBA) is a not-for-profit organization of more than 1,000 pharmaceutical and healthcare industry professionals dedicated to helping women develop, advance, maintain and succeed in their careers. The HBA promotes women's career advancement by conducting research in career issues, recognizing outstanding women in the industry, developing strategies for improving the representation of women in executive positions and providing programs on industry-related topics, career development and work/life balance. In addition to individual members, HBA has 62 corporate members, including major pharmaceutical companies and industry-related firms in advertising, public relations, publishing, law and medical education. Currently based in the Northeast, the HBA formed an Atlanta chapter in 2000 and is involved in expansion initiatives in Chicago and California.

InMotion
70 West 36th Street # 903
New York, NY 10018
212-695-3800 Fax 212-695-9519
www.inmotiononline.com
Founded in 1993, InMotion (formerly Network for Women's Services) seeks to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of women - low-income, under-served, abused - by offering them legal and related services designed to foster equal access to justice and an empowered approach to life. We fulfill our mission by providing free, quality services, primarily in the areas of matrimonial and family law, in a way that acknowledge mutual respect, encourages personal growth, and nurtures individual and collective strength. We also work to promote policies that make our society more responsive to the legal issues confronting the women we serve.

Institute for Equality in Marriage
250 West 57th Street # 2322
New York, NY 10107
212-489-5590 Fax 212-489-5332
www.equalityformarriage.org
The Institute's mission is "To educate and empower women and men to take actions needed to build or dissolve an equal marriage; and to change the culture by creating a climate of understanding and expectations about equal partnerships."

Institute for the Puerto Rican/Hispanic Elderly
105 East 22nd Street # 615
NewYork, NY 10010
212-677-4181 Fax 212-777-5601
The Institute for Puerto Rican/Hispanic Elderly's mission is to improve the quality of life of Hispanic and other ethnic minority seniors and their families through development of programs that serve this community. The institute also advocates on their behalf and disseminates information about Puerto Rican and Hispanic elderly's needs.

The Jewish Women's Foundation of New York
130 East 59th Street # 563 New York, NY 10022 212-836-1106 Fax, 212-836-1831 www.jewishwomenny.org
For eight years, the Jewish Women's Foundation of New York has been addressing the unmet needs of Jewish women and girls in the New York area and beyond through the funding of innovative programs and advocacy efforts.

Junior League of Brooklyn
55 Pierreport Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
718-624-3288
The Junior League of Brooklyn provides volunteer leadership training for women and volunteers to the Brooklyn community. Its purpose is to be both educational and charitable and improve the local community though progress.

Junior League of the City of New York
130 East 80th Street
New York, NY 10021
212-288-6220 Fax 212-734-9364
The New York Junior League is an organization of women committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. The New York Junior League runs 29 community programs focused in four areas of community need: Domestic Violence, Healthy Foundations for Children, Family Support and Cultural Enrichment for Youth.

Key Women of America, Inc
c/o Aleathia Boddie 5410 Snyder Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11203
718-495-5613

Korean American Women's Alliance
266 Bedford Park Boulevard
Bronx, NY 10458
718-862-9208 Fax 718-862-9114
The Korean American Women's Alliance (KAWA) is a non-profit, tax-exempt, non-partisan coalition of both Korean American women's organizations and individual women who come together to promote the economic equality and social welfare of Korean American women in New York City. KAWA's main purpose is focused on "Korean American Women's Awareness" through seminars, workshops, newsletters and hotline services.

League of Professional Theatre Women - New York City
248 East 68th Street
New York, NY 10021
212-744-6003 Fax 212-921-3254
www.broadway.org
The League of Professional Theatre Women is a not-for-profit advocacy organization promoting visibility and increasing opportunities for women in the professional theatre. Now entering its 21st year, the League provides such programs as panels, workshops, networking and services for its members as well as for the larger theatre community. It links professional theatre women nationally and provides an ongoing forum for ideas and issues of concern to the theatrical community and its audiences. The League is a member of the New York Women's Agenda and the New York Coalition of Professional Women in the Arts & Media.

The Literacy Assistance Center
32 Broadway
New York, NY 10004
212-803-3329
www.lacnyc.org
Robertz@lacnyc.org

(LAC) is a dynamic not-for-profit organization appointed by the State Education Department to serve as the hub for youth and adult literacy throughout New York City and State. The LAC trains educators, collects and analyzes program records, and runs the statewide literacy hotline for prospective students and volunteers. It also assists health and social service agencies, institutions and community organizations serving immigrant and low income New Yorkers who have limited literacy skills—more than half the city’s population.

The Million Mom March-New York
P.O. Box 319
Village Station
New York, NY 10014
212-647-0489
www.millionmommarch.org

The Million Mom March is a national, non-partisan, grassroots, chapter-based organization dedicated to preventing gun death and injury and supporting victims and survivors of gun violence. It was founded by mothers who want to protect their children from gun violence.

The New York chapters, like others across the country, focus on education and advocacy to seek responsible limits on gun access and use. In May 2000, more than 750 thousand people marched in Washington DC and other cities to demonstrate their support for sensible gun laws. A new march is planned for May 9, 2004.

National Association for Female Executives - New York City
260 Madison Avenue 3rd Fl
New York, NY 10016
212-351-6451
The National Association for Female Executives (NAFE) is the largest organization of businesswomen in our country, boasting a membership of over 200,000 with 200 local chapters. NAFE is a professional organization dedicated to the advancement of women in the workplace through education, networking and public advocacy. The organization's mission is to support women in their efforts and help them succeed in realizing their career goals, thereby helping not only women, but society as a whole.

National Association for the Empowerment of Hispanic Women - UNA VOZ
PO Box 1054
Albany, NY 12201
518-439-2824 Fax 518-439-3428
unavoz1@aol.com
"UNA VOZ" is a national not-for-profit organization consisting of individuals of diverse nationalities, backgrounds, and experiences. Our mission is to help facilitate the exchange of ideas and information regarding leadership and empowerment; advocate for the rights of Hispanic and other women in all fields of endeavor and seek public recognition of the important contribution that Hispanic women make to our society. We promote, develop, and create opportunities for the professional, educational, cultural and economic advancement of women of Hispanic heritage throughout the United States.

National Association Of Women Artists
80 fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10003
212-675-1616
www.nawanet.org
The National Association of Women Artists was founded in 1889. It is the oldest professional women's fine arts organization in the United States. The mission of the organization is to promote women artists with the goal of attaining full recognition of the scope of their achievements. It provides a forum for women artists to share ideas and to exhibit their work. Through its exhibitions, programs and archive N.A.W.A. fosters awareness of the monumental contributions of women to the history of American art. The organization is inclusive and serves professional women artists of all backgrounds and traditions. It is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt organization.

National Association of Women Business Owners - New York Chapter
19 West 44th Street, Suite 1500
New York, NY 10036
Tel: 212 400-1170
Fax: 212 400-1169
Email: info@nawbonyc.org
Web: www.nawbony.com
National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO-NY) is committed to propelling women business owners forward, helping them to become an integral part of our country's economic, social and political fabric. NAWBO is a unique member operated organization to which women business owners can turn. It serves as a resource for such diverse information as running public relations campaigns, securing financing and offering the latest on office technology to aid in growing successful businesses. NAWBO keeps women business owners informed through monitoring government regulations, globalization and new technology. NAWBO is also a valuable source for networking.

National Conference of Puerto Rican Women, Inc. New York Chapter
PO Box 338 Murray Hill Station
New York, NY 10156
718-386-3433
Founded in 1973, the New York Chapter of the National Conference of Puerto Rican Women, Inc. (NaCOPRW) is an organization that advances the full participation of Puerto Rican and other Hispanic women in all of the mainstream activities of society. Keeping members in touch with their community's needs and interests, some of the events that the NYC Chapter presents throughout the year are: lectures and workshops on topics of interest and mutual concern such as education, employment, health, business, finance and other women's issues; Women's History Month Annual Celebration; annual presentation of monetary college awards to deserving Puerto Rican women, and an annual anniversary dinner dance.

National Council on Women's Health
1300 York Avenue Box 52
New York, NY 10021
212-746-6967 Fax 212-746-8691
The National Council on Women's Health is a working partnership of health professionals and consumers whose mission is to educate the public and policy-makers on women's health, and empower women to make informed medical choices. The goals of the organization are to improve communication between health care-givers and consumers, educate health professionals and the public about advances in women's health, provide opportunities for health care-givers and the public to learn from each other through educational programs and material; serve as a resource to their organization for information on women's health; and serve as a resource for health-care providers and consumers.

National Latinas Caucus
2750 Olinville Avenue # 2B
Bronx, NY 10467
212-564-6880
The mission of the National Latinas Caucus (NLC) is to empower Latinas in local communities by organizing and developing networks around issues of common concern; to provide opportunities for personal and professional advancement; and to foster a stronger sense of self-awareness. The National Latinas Caucus has three main goals (1) economic development in which NLC offers programs that foster leadership development and help women assume greater control of their economic sphere; (2) empowerment in which NLC trains women in analysis of data, identification of issues and problem solving; and, (3) research that encourages and supports Latino scholars doing research in the Latino community.

National Organization of Italian-American Women
25 West 43rd Street, Room 1005
New York, NY 10036
(212) 642-2003.
fax (212) 642-2006.
www.noiaw.org
The National Organization of Italian American women (NOIAW), founded in 1980, is the only national membership organization for women of Italian ancestry. NOIAW serves to promote ethnic pride through scholarship and programs dedicated to the concerns of women by forming a national and international network which; (1) highlights the accomplishments, history and culture of women of Italian ancestry; (2) furthers educational opportunities for women and all young people of Italian origin; and (3) establishes an international linkage with women of Italian ancestry throughout the world. NOIAW members serve as a resource and role models t younger women, monitor and combat discrimination, bias and stereotyping against Italian Americans and develop a liaison with other women's groups.

National Partnership for Women & Families
1875 Connecticut Avenue, NW 3 650
Washington, DC 20009
202-986-2600 Fax 202-986-2539
www.nationalpartnership.org
The National Partnership for Women & Families (formerly the Women's Legal Defense Fund) is dedicated to improving the lives of today's women and families by shaping solutions to some of American's top concerns. The National Partnership for Women and Families promotes fairness in the workplace, quality health care, and policies that help women and men meet the dual demands of work and family. It collaborate with business, government, unions, non-profit organizations, and the media. The National Partnership is a voice for fairness, a source of solutions, and a force for change.

New Georges
109 West 27th Street # 9A
New York, NY 10001
646-336-8077 Fax 646-336-8077
www.newgeorges.org
New Georges is a non-profit theater company that produces and develops new works by women, supports the creative efforts of emerging women theater artists, and brings audiences theatre that expands existing perspectives. New Georges is confronting the challenges facing emerging art organizations today. Its believes that lack of space in which to create effectively censors theater artists, and it is proud to facilitate initiatives, experimentation and discipline. New Georges is creating a network and a community among the next generation of women theater artists; efforts to date indicate that there is a new voice for theater.

New York Chapter of Hadassah
575 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10022
212-751-7050 Fax 212-751-7376
www.NYCHAPHAD.org
New York Chapter of Hadassah women make a difference! They change lives by bringing advanced research and medical programs at its two hospitals in Israel where more than 600,000 patients a year are treated regardless of religion or nationality. New York Chapter women are active in public advocacy by supporting health awareness programs, education about cancer, osteoporosis, organ and tissue donation and regular breast self examination. New York Chapter members are active United States citizens, making their views known on reproductive choice and domestic violence: encouraging voter registration; bringing Read* Write* Now! to the public schools and sending help wherever needed during natural catastrophes. New York Chapter educates its own membership on its Jewish Heritage and sponsors summer camps and one-year programs in Israel. We try to make tomorrow better for ourselves, for the community and for the world.

New York Coalition of 100 Black Women
208 East 79th Street # 250A
New York, NY 10021
212-571-5700 Fax 212-772-8771
The New York Coalition of 100 Black Women is a membership organization that acts as a leadership voice for Black Women and is committed to their full economic, political and professional potential. The coalition provides vehicles for mutual support and information sharing; it explores issues and develops solutions that impact public policy in order to empower Black women. The Coalition acts as an advocate for Black women and provides a forum to explore issues of concern. Fostered by the diversity of its members and resources, the Coalition encourages individual development, growth and networking.

New York Partnership for Women's Health
400 East 66th Street
New York, NY 10021
212-838-4243 Fax 212-838-7370
The New York Partnership for Women's Health is a complete diagnostic facility, including mammography, breast biopsy, DEXA, ultrasound, CT scanning and MRI, dedicated to practicing quality medicine without sacrificing personal care. The organization's emphasis is on thorough patient diagnosis and education, including free seminars and a web site, http://http://www.mammography.org.

New York Women in Communications, Inc
355 Lexington Avenue 17th Fl
New York, NY 10017
212-297-2133 Fax 212-370-9047
www.nywici.org
New York Women in Communications, Inc. (NYWICI) is a dynamic and diverse organization of communications professionals dedicated to promoting the highest standards throughout the industry and to providing education and leadership for the next generation of women communicators. Our members share a spirit of sisterhood. We help each other advance in our careers at all levels, and honor those who inspire us, using their examples as a foundation for the future. To strengthen the role of women in communications, NYWICI promotes their professional development and leadership, helps them network for growth, inspires them to achieve and share success, and nurtures future leaders. The prestigious Matrix Awards are central to this mission. Honorees become lifetime members and many are active, speaking at programs, serving on committees, and becoming part of our leadership.

New York Women in Film and Television
6 East 39th Street # 1200
New York, NY 10016
212-679-0870 Fax 212-679-0899
New York Women in Film and Television (NYWIFT) is a non-profit membership organization for professional women in film and television. It is a champion of women's rights, achievement and point of view in the film and television industry. NYWIFT provides educational forums for media professionals and a network for the exchange of information and resources.

New York Women's Bar Association
303 Park Avenue South, #1190
New York, NY 10010-3601
212-360-7055 Fax 212-937-2371
info@nywba.org
The New York Women's Bar Association's mission is to establish and direct policies and release policy statements on issues of significance, especially those relating to women. It cooperates with, aids, and supports organizations and causes which advance the status and progress of women. It encourages the education of lawyers, promotes improvement in the administration of justice, and elevates the standards of integrity, honor and courtesy in the legal profession.

New York Women's Foundation
120 Wooster Street
New York, NY 10012
212-414-4342 Fax 212-226-3854
www.nywf.org
The New York Women's Foundation is a powerful alliance of women helping women. The organization was founded out of a conviction that all women can be philanthropists and a commitment to build a solid bridge between New York City's vast resources and its equally vast needs. Through grantmaking, advocacy and education, the Foundation encourages self-reliance and economic autonomy for low-income women and girls of New York City.

Optical Women's Association
PO Box 11463
Minneapolis, MN 55411-0463
612-520-6185 Fax 612-520-6112
OWA@opticalwomen.com
www.opticalwomen.com
The Optical Women's Association is a non-profit organization, founded in 1997.

Our Mission is to enhance and promote the leadership role of women in the ophthalmic industry through networking and peer support.

Our projects and programs include:

Star Network mentoring program that provides women in the optical industry with personal and professional growth opportunities.
Networking events and resources that provide a forum for the exchange of ideas and information among all levels of the industry.
Creating visibility throughout the optical community that raises the level of awareness of women's roles in the ophthalmic industry.
The annual Pleiades award, which recognizes and honors individuals who have made a significant difference for women in the optical industry.
Publishing the Annual Membership Directory, a tool for networking and optical calendar.

Professional Women in Construction
315 East 56th Street # 202
NEW York, NY 10022
212-486-7745 Fax 212-486-0228
www.pwcusa.org
Professional Women in Construction (PWC) is a non-profit association committed to advancing professional, entrepreneurial and managerial opportunities for women in construction and allied industries. As an active networking source, PWC has done much to mainstream women into the business sector and to educate the public in the achievements of women in the industry. The association disseminates valuable information and ideas through the PWC newsletter, monthly meetings, and special events with other professional organizations. Women who have broken ground and those who support PWC's goals are saluted and encouraged at the PWC Annual Awards Reception.

Queens Women's Network
161-10 Jamaica Avenue # 207
Jamaica, New York 11432
718-657-6200 Fax 718-739-6974
www.queenswomensnetwork.org
The Queens Women's Network is composed of women who believe they can make a difference in Queens. The Network sponsors meetings and forums addressing topics of interest to Queens women. It provides professional level seminars and workshops addressing women's issues. The Network has a displaced homemakers program and a non-residential domestic violence service open to any woman who is experiencing or has experienced abuse, whether or not she has chosen to leave the relationship or press charges against the abuser.

Roundtable for Food Professionals-NY
244 Fifth Avenue # P245
New York, NY 10001
212-252-3762 Fax 212-677-3766
Roundtable for Food Professionals-NY is a national not-for-profit organization of foodservice professionals devoted to providing educational, mentoring and networking opportunities to fulfill its mission of enhancing the development and visibility of women in the industry. RWF is a dynamic network of owners, managers, executives, caterers, chefs, consultants, dietitians, educators, restaurateurs, distributors and service providers working together to form a cohesive umbrella organization. The New York-Metro Chapter, which covers the tri-state area of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, is the largest and fastest growing of the RWF chapters.

Single Women's Alliance Network
PO Box 1603
New York, NY 10113
212-414-0529 Fax 212-243-2375
Single Women's Alliance Network (SWAN) is a non-profit organization which serves the interests of the single woman by providing services, resources and information that promote an independent and secure lifestyle. In order to increase the visibility and strength of single women, SWAN publishes a quarterly newsletter, featuring programs, seminars, businesses and organizations that are geared toward recognizing this population's lifestyles and strength. SWAN also stresses the population's economic power in order to gain recognition, respect and a bigger voice in today's society. SWAN intends to continue to build a strong identity and voice for the single women's population.

Soroptimist International of Manhattan
2185 Lemoine Avenue
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
212-875-5374 Fax 212-875-5414
The heart of Soroptimist's mission is to provide volunteer service to the community. For over a century, Soroptimist identifies the individual needs of their communities and has undertaken local projects tailored to meet those needs. Projects vary in nature from being beneficial to the environment to helping people with disabilities; others aid the elderly. However, most Soroptimist projects provide direct assistance to women and girls. These projects are but a few of the Soroptimist service projects seeking to build strong communities throughout the world.

SuitAbility
9 East 40th Street 2nd Fl
New York, NY 10016
646-742-0030 Fax 646-742-0048
www.suitability.org
SuitAbility was founded in 1994 by professional women to empower economically disadvantaged women toward self-sufficiency and improved quality of life. Primarily volunteer-driven, Suitability works with graduates of partner job-training agencies, providing programs, including one-on-one mentoring, that focus on issues of image, attitude and self-esteem. Additional services may include cost-free dental care, through a collaborative effort, Smiles For Success, with the American Association of Women Dentists, and the purchase of appropriate new business attire for participants.

The Committee of 200
625 North Michigan Avenue #500
Chicago, IL 60611
312-751-3477 Fax 312-943-9401
www.c200.org
The Committee of 200 is an international organization of women business leaders. They represent the top tier of female entrepreneurial and executive leadership with particular regard to diversity of individual background, lines of business, geographical locations and uniqueness of business achievement. The Committee of 200's mission is to exemplify and promote entrepreneurship and corporate leadership among women of this generation and the next. The Committee strives to increase individual business capabilities and acumen through the exchange of ideas, solutions and support, as well as to heighten awareness of the business, economic, educational, social and political issues affecting the world today.

The Crystal Quilt
532 LaGuardia Place # 321
New York, NY 10012
212-941-4994
www.crystalquilt.org
The Crystal Quilt was created to provide educational resources for women. It organizes feminist educational and cultural programs, courses, support groups, workshops, research projects, publications, and consulting services, which are designed to connect women to their deepest sense of purpose. The Crystal Quilt also facilitates communications and the experience of community between women of all ages, ethnic, racial and social-economic backgrounds, sexual orientation, and abilities/disabilities and to expand the awareness of discrimination and other forms of oppression. Its goal is to create a comfortable atmosphere where women can discover and share the mutuality of their experience, and by extension to support all efforts that strengthen the lives of women everywhere.

The Fashion Group International
597 Fifth Avenue 8th Fl
New York, NY 1007
212-593-1715 Fax 212-593-1925
www.fgi.org
The Fashion Group International is a global non-profit professional organization with over 6,000 members in the fashion industry and related fields. The goals of the organization are to advance professionalism in fashion, and its related lifestyle industries, with particular emphasis on the role and development of women; to provide a public forum for examination of important contemporary issues in fashion and the business of fashion; to present timely information regarding national and global trends that have an effect on the fashion industry; to attain greater recognition for women's achievements in business; and to encourage women to seek career opportunities in fashion and related-industries.

The Korean American Family Service Center
PO Box 20202
New York, NY 10001
212-465-0664 Fax 212-279-6650
www.kafsc.org
The Korean American Family Service Center was established in 1989 to serve individuals affected by domestic violence. The Center provides crisis intervention, counseling, and support services, with a special emphasis on battered women and their children. Among the Center's services are interpretation/client advocacy, information and referral services, community education, Ottuki Club (support group for single mothers) and Hodori Club (after-school program for emotional disturbed children and their families).

The Organization of Women in International Trade - New York Chapter
PO Box 1354
Grand Central Station
New York, NY 10163
212-408-3361 Fax 212-445-9495
The Organization of Women In International Trade (OWIT) is a global confederation of locally-based women's organizations providing support, inspiration, information and networking opportunities to women (and men) who are active members of the international trade community. Members of the New York Chapter are part of a worldwide network of more than 3,000 professionals whose involvement in OWIT enhances their knowledge of current global trade issues and provides them with an opportunity to develop supportive connections with other dynamic female professionals in the international trade field. OWIT-NY hosts monthly programs on trade-related topics which offer members a forum for discussion with experts in a variety of fields, in a relaxed setting and an opportunity to make connections with colleagues in the international trade area.

The Sister Fund
79 Fifth Avenue , 4th Floor
New York, NY 10003
212/260-4446, x 12 t
212/260-4633 f

www.sisterfund.org
www.faithandfeminism.org
www.hercode.org

The Sister Fund is a private women's foundation that works at the nexus of faith and social justice. The Sister Fund envisions universal equity in our society that includes women's full development through spiritual, social, economic, and political empowerment. In supporting faith-based feminism, we hope to encourage the transformation that faith can bring to the women's movement, religious institutions and our culture at large.

The Transition Network
333 West 57th Street
New York, NY 10019
917-940-5834
www.thetransitionnetwork.org
The Transition Network (TTN) is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization dedicated to helping women move successfully from the career and/or family phase of their lives a successful and productive next stage. It is a networking organization patterned on the professional associations women formed to launch their careers - only TTN's focus is the post-career or "new career" world. Its program priorities are stem from its membership and include intellectual stimulation, continued achievement, financial security, aging parents, health and meeting new people. Events on these subjects are held on the third Thursday of every month. Group volunteer programs are in progress - the creation of a school library at a Lower East Side school also to be used for the mentoring of students and adult literacy programs. An adopt-a-theater program is underway.

U.S. Hispanic Women's Chamber of Commerce
700 Columbus Avenue # 6K
New York, NY 10025
212-662-0189 Fax 212-678-6099
The U.S. Hispanic Women's Chamber of Commerce is an association of Hispanic women business owners dedicated to the development and advancement of enterprise opportunities for its members. The goals of the organization are to create opportunities for Hispanic women in business; to network with each other and with business organizations; to advocate for the representation of Hispanic women on the Board of Directors of Fortune 500 Companies; to encourage business ownership by Hispanic women; to foster the professional development of women in business; and to increase members knowledge about procurement programs of their local, state and federal governmental agencies. The Chamber assists members in competing for these contracts and/or funds.

Woman's Life Insurance Society
1562 First Avenue
New York, NY 10028
917-710-1683 Fax 212-527-7549
www.womanslifeins.org
Woman's Life is proud to be one of the oldest fraternal benefit societies in existence today. Woman's Life is a not-for-profit organization run by and for its members, offering insurance protection and opportunities for volunteer service for the betterment of our communities. Across the United States and Canada, Woman's Life is helping in many ways to shape our world, family by family, for the benefit of all.

Women Executives in Public Relations
F.D.R. Station Box 7657
New York, NY 10150
212-750-7373 Fax 212-750-7375
www.wepr.org
Women Executives in Public Relations (WEPR) is the premier public relations organization for senior women in the field. Its mission is to support career advancement of female practitioners and to foster the use of public relations to benefit the goals of business and society. WEPR provides a forum for the exchange of career, management and practitioner issues among peers. WEPR believes that public relations can play an important role through its contributions to the business world and its encouragement of societal benefits. In line with this, we seek to promote a positive view of the profession and attract to it individuals of the highest caliber. It is also our goal to encourage greater understanding and employment of the public relations practice.

Women Faculty Group-Mt. Sinai School of Medicine
1425 Madison Avenue Box 1089
New York, NY 10029
212-659-9257 Fax 212-369-3212
The Women's Faculty Group has been established to address issues of concern to the women faculty members of Mt. Sinai School of Medicine including pay equity, discrimination, participation by women on decision making bodies at Mt. Sinai, limitations on career advancement, parenting and schedule flexibility issues and the underlying sexism that informs these issues. To fulfill its mission, the Women Faculty Group provides a forum for mutual support, networking, education, and discussion.

Women in Development - New York
250 West 57th Street # 2302
New York, NY 10107
212-265-7650 Fax 212-265-4974
www.widny.org
Women in Development (WID) is an informal association whose mission is to maintain a supportive and collegial network through which women in the field of development can assist in one another's professional growth. Through monthly meetings, a mentoring program, a job bank, and other activities, WID-NY affords women the opportunity to augment professional training and expand career opportunities. Members must observe the highest professional and ethical standards and be dedicated to the advancement of women in fundraising careers.

Women in Health Management
152 Madison Avenue – Ste. 801
New York, NY 10016
212-545-1885 Fax 212-481-3071
www.Whmny@aol.com

Women in Housing & Finance
PO Box 1403
Bowling Green Station
New York, NY 10274
212-439-1056 Fax 212-480-3682
Women in Housing and Finance Inc. (WHF) is a membership organization of housing, finance and development professionals, founded in 1981. WHF's purpose is to promote and enhance the professional development of women and to provide a vehicle through which members share knowledge and experience. WHF's membership numbers over 200 women and men working primarily in the New York metropolitan area, including New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Through a mix of informative programs and social gatherings, WHF provides its members with a valuable forum for networking and establishing vital relationships with other professionals and the opportunity to stay abreast of new developments in housing and finance. Speakers at WHF's monthly breakfast and luncheon presentations and evening panel discussions include leaders in their fields and public policy makers.

Women In Need, Inc. (WIN)
115 West 31st Street 7th Fl
New York, NY 10001
212-695-4758 Fax 212-736-1549
www.womeninneed.org
Women In Need, Inc. is a New York-based nonprofit organization that serves homeless and disadvantaged women and children. At multiple sites, Women In NeedÕs unique comprehensive program offers the highest quality services, which includes transitional and permanent housing; employment, education, training and placement; alcohol and substance abuse services; child care; family support; and after care services. Its goal is to help homeless women and their families realize self-determination.

Women Presidents' Organization
155 East 55th Street # 303
New York, NY 10022
212-688-4114 Fax 212-688-4766
www.womenpresidentsorg.com
The Women Presidents' Organization (WPO) is a non-profit membership organization for a select group of women presidents who have guided their businesses to at least $2 million in annual sales (or $1 million for a service-based business). Each chapter serves as a WPO peer advisory group. The synergy of the peer advisory group empowers members to achieve increased business and financial success as well as individual growth. As a result, each member exceeds performance expectations for her business and develops a more balanced personal life.

Women's American ORT
315 Park Avenue South 17th Fl
New York, NY 10010
212-505-7700 Fax 212-505-9630
www.waort.org
Women's American ORT is a non-profit organization committed to improving the quality of Jewish life in the United States and in countries all over the world through technological and vocational education. Founded in 1927, Women's American ORT comprises members in chapters all across America who give their time and resources to increase the quality of education around the world, promote national literacy and address critical social issues. Women's American ORT is the largest affiliate organization of the World ORT Union and the single greatest contributor to the global ORT education budget.

Women's Bond Club of New York
1173A Second Avenue, #316
New York, NY 10021
businessmgr@wbcny.org
www.wbcny.org
The mission of the Women's Bond Club is to provide a network and forum for women in finance to grow as people and professionals. The purpose of the Club is to foster a spirit of cooperation among its members and to ensure high professional standards.

Women's City Club of New York
33 West 60th Street 5th Fl
New York, NY 10023
212-353-8070 Fax 212-228-4665
www.wccny.org
The Women's City Club of New York is a non-profit and non-partisan educational and advocacy organization of over 800 members that has developed strategies to examine and influence public policy on a wide range of issues which affect the quality of life in New York City, they include education, health, transportation, the environment, housing and landmark preservation. The Women's City Club monitors government performance, researches issues and disseminates reports of its findings. It offers testimony at public hearings and organizes conferences and coalitions.

Women's Division/General Board of Global Ministries
475 Riverside Drive # 1502
New York, NY 10115
212-870-3734 Fax 212-870-3736
The Women's Division of the United Methodist Church is a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ, to develop a creative supportive fellowship and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.

Women's Economic Round Table, Inc
1633 Broadway 35th Fl
New York, NY 10019
212-492-4439 Fax 212-492-4436
www.wert.org
The Women's Economic Round Table (WERT) is a non-profit organization which provides numerous services, activities and programs to educate the public and its membership alike about national and international business, finance, and economics. WERT is a channel through which the nation's policy makers are accessible to its members. The organization conducts seminars and round table discussion, educates members in ways to maintain and use economic power, taps women experts to question policy makers in public forums, and acts as a clearing house for economic information.

Women's Empowerment Movement, Inc.
751 St. Marks Avenue #D5
Brooklyn, NY 11216
718-783-1011 Fax 718-399-6523
The Women's Empowerment Movement, Inc. (WEM) was established by it's Founder/Chair, Ms. Alberth Isler, in 1996 and incorporated in 1998. WEM's mission is to enlighten, encourage and empower women. WEM offers workshops/forums; provides networking opportunities among organizations and people with a focus similar to that of WEM; encourages women to get involved in their community; and advocates the spirit of sisterhood.

Women's Foreign Policy Group
1825 Connecticut Avenue NW Suite 660
Washington, DC 20009
202-884-8597 Fax 202-986-8869
www.wfpg.org
The Women's Foreign Policy Group (WFPG) is an independent, non-profit, educational organization which promotes the leadership, visibility, and participation of women in international affairs. The organization is dedicated to educating the public on the contributions of women in the field. The WFPG promotes women through in-depth international issues programs with women speakers, the publication of an annual membership directory, a mentoring program for students and a major project on the leadership status of women in international affairs professions. Founded in 1981 as an informal foreign policy group, the WFPG is now a nationally recognized organization with broad representation in government, media, academia, business, non-profit organizations and voluntary groups.

Women's Forum, Inc.
6 East 39th Street 6th Fl
New York, NY 10016
212-447-9107 Fax 212-447-0925
The New York Women's Forum is an organization of leading women in the professions, arts and business life of New York. Its invitational membership brings together women of achievement and influence with the unique ability to make a positive and lasting difference in their families and communities, in business and institutions and in the larger society. The Forum provides an energizing network for women of purpose and passion, women with a point of view, women who take pride in the process of enriching their lives.

Women's Issues Committee of the NYC Chapter of Employee Assistance Professionals Association (EAPA) EAPA is a national organization of professionals working in the field of Employee Assistance. The organization sponsors programs to forward its goals.

Women's Jewelry Association
333B Route 46 West Suite B201
Fairfield, NJ 07004
973-575-7190 Fax 973-575-1445
The purpose of the Women's Jewelry Association (WJA) is to provide a forum for the united voice of women executives in the American fine jewelry and watch industries, including designers, manufacturers, suppliers, retailers, fashion directors, advertising and media professionals and saleswomen. To provide opportunities for the members to develop inter-professional relationship, WJA offers programs about job opportunities, new products and other subjects of professional importance to the membership, as well as encourages design innovation and the promotion of women's talents in the industry.

The Women's Media Group
Box 2119 Grand Central Station
New York, NY 10163
212-481-8484 Fax 212481-9582
The Women's Media Group (WMG) is a New York based association of career professionals working in publishing, journalism, film, television and other media. WMG recognizes the achievements of women in media careers and provides a forum for networking, career development, and advocacy for its members. In addition to providing services that benefit its constituency, WMG seeks to advance the position of all women through educational programs and other contributions.

Women's Medical Association of New York City
12 East 41st Street 15th Fl
New York, NY 10017
212-545-0022 Fax 212-684-4741
Women's Medical Association of New York City is an organization of women physicians and medical students committed to improving the professional and personal lives of women in medicine. The association is working to achieve equality for women in medicine and to act as an advocate on issues affecting women's health.

Women's Project & Productions, Inc
55 West End Avenue
New York, NY 10023
212-765-1706 Fax 212-765-2024
Women's Project & Productions, Inc.'s mission is gender specific: to develop female talent and to rectify the under-representation of women artists in the theatre, particularly playwrights and directors, by providing a place for them to test their skills, to gain professional experience, and to grow artistically in an atmosphere that supports and values their talents.

Women's Sports Foundation
Eisenhower Park
East Meadow, NY 11554
516-542-4700 Fax 516-542-4716
The Women's Sports Foundation gives girls and women the information they need to make the most of their sports opportunities and to gain more opportunities where they do not currently exist. The Foundation is a national non-profit, member-based organization dedicated to increasing opportunities for girls and women in sports and fitness through education, advocacy, recognition and grants. Established in 1974, the foundation seeks to create an educated public that encourages female participation and supports gender equality in sports.

Women's Transportation Seminar of Greater New York
PO Box 989
New York, NY 10116
718-694-5268
wtsny@yahoo.com
Founded 25 years ago, WTS is dedicated to excellence in transportation through the achievement and success of women. WTS is a national organization of more that 3,500 transportation professionals - both women and men. The GNY Chapter, one of 35 chapters nationally, is currently the largest chapter with over 500 members. The WTS-GNY offers a variety of services and activities to its members including job bank and resume services, professional development opportunities, monthly programs discussing current issues in transportation, newsletters, an annual Transportation Expo featuring Women/ Minority-owned and disadvantaged business enterprises, the annual awards recognizing employers, women and members who embody WTS's goal, three scholarships for women preparing to enter the transportation field, a mentoring program, and a leadership training program.

Women's Venture Fund
240 West 35th Street #201
New York, NY 10001
212-563-0499 Fax 212-868-9116
www.womensventure.org
The Women's Venture Fund serves to increase the independence of and expand the opportunities for women. It is the first independent institution in New York City to combine lending and equity infusion with a comprehensive business training and support network. The mission is to expand entrepreneurial opportunities for women. The Women's Venture Fund funds micro-enterprises through peer-lending partnerships, makes direct loans for growth, provides comprehensive business training, organizes post-loan mentoring and support, and builds bridges to new business opportunities for women.

Young Survival Coalition
PO Box 52852A Carmine Street
New York, NY 10014
212-914-7667
www.youngsurvival.org
The Young Survival Coalition (YSC) is the only international, non-profit network of breast cancer survivors and supporters dedicated to the concerns and issues that are unique to young women and breast cancer. Through action, advocacy and awareness, the YSC seeks to educate the medical, research, breast cancer and legislative communities and to persuade them to address breast cancer in women 40 and under. The YSC also serves as a point of contact for young women living with breast cancer.

YWCA of Brooklyn
30 Third Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11217
718-875-1190 Fax 718-858-5731
Founded in 1888 under the leadership of Harriett Judson, the YWCA of Brooklyn plays an important role in the development and growth of the community and the women, girls and families of Brooklyn. The organization's mission is to create opportunities for women's growth, leadership and power in order to attain a common vision of peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all people. The Y sponsors a host of special classes and programs for women as well as providing child care facilities, youth programs, a residence for single women and vocational training.

YWCA of the City of New York
610 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10022
212-755-4500 Fax 212-755-3362
www.ywcanyc.org
For 131 years the YWCA-NYC has provided a myriad of services to women, girls, families and communities of New York City. Over 25,000 people a year come to our Manhattan location, Flushing and Harlem branches, eight child care centers and numerous off-site programs throughout the NYC's boroughs. Our members and participants range in age from infant to 90+ years old. Our population is broad based, not limited by neighborhood, description, need or economic status. The YWCA offers a variety of services and activities through our Centers - Center for Girls, Center for Seniors, Center for Health and Fitness Center for Arts and Culture, Center for Children, Angela Perez Center for Individuals with Disabilities and the Center for Workforce Development.

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