Legislative Information
WI WOMEN'S ALLIANCE
(WISCONSIN FEDERATION OF BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL WOMEN)
PROPOSED 2010-2011 LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM
Because the fundamental law is embodied in our governmental constitution and all statutory rights are derived therefrom, support of enactment of the Alice Paul Equal Rights Amendment shall stand first and foremost above all other items which may appear on the Legislative Platform of the WI Women's Alliance (WWA) until equal rights for all citizens are constitutionally guaranteed.
MISSION STATEMENT
To promote equity for all women and develop the potential of all women through advocacy, mentoring, networking, skill building and education.
PURPOSE
WWA supports the right of women to develop to their fullest potential and encourages responsible political involvement at every level of government.
ACTION ITEMS
ITEM 1: Support initiatives to bring about equality for women in all areas of employment including achieving pay equity and the elimination of sex discrimination.
ITEM 2: Support the research, funding and access to programs affecting women’s health such as reproductive freedom, equitable insurance coverage, as well as safe and affordable dependent care.
ITEM 3: Support and encourage equitable educational opportunities at all levels and in all areas of study.
ITEM 4: Support initiatives to end domestic violence and all other acts of violence against women and children.
WI Women's Alliance will support other issues of importance that promote its goals and objectives.
Approved by the Board of Directors to the Convention Body
May 16, 2009
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