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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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We are deeply disturbed & concerned about widespread reports of attacks against women in NYC that have been confirmed by the NYPD. We're calling on the NYPD for an immediate and comprehensive investigation into these incidents with transparent updates to the public.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Let’s officially congratulate our new and returning Co-Chairs of the Women’s Caucus. We look forward to improving the everyday lives of women and TGNC people across the city.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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. @NYCSpeakerCoJo and the Women’s Caucus denounce derogatory and misogynistic attack on @NYCHealthCommr Dr. Oxiris Barbot by @SBANYPD president Ed Mullins. Full statement here:
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
4 years
The Chairs of the Women’s Caucus & the LGBT Caucus have requested a hearing for Reso. 923-2019, which calls on NY State to repeal the #WalkingWhileTrans Ban. We cannot allow state law to penalize & criminalize anyone on the basis of their clothing, gender expression, or identity.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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The @WomensCaucusNYC statement on #JazmineHeadley “HRA, the NYPD, and city government agencies need to be building trust with those seeking their services, not creating new traumas for a mother and her child.”
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Congratulations to Women’s Caucus member @FarahNLouis for making it onto @CityandStateNY ’s 40 under 40 list! 🎉❤️
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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We, the Women’s Caucus stand united against the rollback of #TitleIX . We refuse to stand by as the current administration attempts to roll back decades of work to expand the rights of those who experienced sexual assault. Today is the last day to submit your public comment!
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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We stand with the LGBTQ🏳️‍🌈 Caucus of @NYCCouncil in demanding @revrubendiaz resign from his position following hateful remarks about @NYCSpeakerCoJo and the greater LGBTQ community. Hate has no place in this city.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Today, @WomensCaucusNYC is proud to announce 4 important FY2020 budget victories that bring NYC closer to gender equity thanks to the hard work & advocacy of our members: -Abortion Access Fund -Title IX Coordinators -Young Women's Initiative -Pay Parity for Early Edu. Providers
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Happy Birthday to our friend, sister & colleague @CarlinaRivera ‼️‼️‼️ We are wishing you and your family blessings on your special day. 🎂🎂🎂🎂🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎈🎈🎈
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@WomensCaucusNYC
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NYC has officially become the first city to directly fund abortions! The women of the @NYCCouncil have fought every step of the way to make this historic investment in reproductive rights and healthcare possible.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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As we end Women’s History Month, we want to share with you the stunning portraits taken of our @WomensCaucusNYC members. These women are a source of strength and inspiration everyday not just during the month of March.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
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Our Co-Chair @CarlinaRivera thanks @NYCSpeakerCoJo for recognizing incredible accomplishments that New York women have achieved and showing any young girl who visits City Hall that they too can one day become a talented artist, an enterprising CEO, or even a member of @NYCCouncil
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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The Women’s Caucus of the New York City Council currently consists of 11 members (Out of 51 members in @NYCCouncil ) 🗽 The Caucus utilizes their perspective to advance issues that will promote the goal of gender equity in New York City and influences public policy.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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We are honored to present a proclamation to @Kassandra_Fred at @DrugPolicyOrg ✨ Kassandra talks about how many of the conversations of around drugs do not center women such as how women get drug tested when giving birth. Thank you @Kassandra_Fred for changing NYC.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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In honor of APA Heritage Month we will be highlighting some of our amazing staffers! First up is @HShahana , a community organizer, disability rights activist and the Director of Organizing at Council Member @bradlander 's office! Read her full bio here:
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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The wage gap of mothers- 71 cents to every man who is a father. It is unconscionable that women across the country make meaningful contributions to the workforce but are not equally compensated for their efforts — @CarlinaRivera #EqualPayDay
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
4 years
This week, a member of the Women’s Caucus received a piece of mail that contained violent, misogynistic threats & racial slurs. This kind of intimidation is unacceptable. Members of the Women’s Caucus continue to condemn this behavior directed at women of color in leadership.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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The spotlight is on Gigi Li! As Chief of Staff for @CM_MargaretChin Li steers the CM’s work on behalf of Lower Manhattan constituents and seniors across the city. Prior to that, Gigi served as a social worker and local Community Board Chair. Read more:
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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The future is female. The Women's Caucus excitedly awaits our new members and continues to honor our current members @Powers4Queens @Vanessalgibson @CMFarahLouis @CM_MargaretChin @CarlinaRivera
@NewMajorityNYC
The New Majority NYC
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
4 years
Happy birthday to our co-chair @CarlinaRivera 🎂!
@NYCCouncil
New York City Council
4 years
Please join us in wishing Council Member @CarlinaRivera a very happy birthday! ✨
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Sisters, help us wish our new Executive Director, Thamar Ferdinand, a very Happy Birthday! Though she hasn’t been here long, she’s doing an amazing job thus far.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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🎉Please join the Women’s Caucus in wishing a very happy birthday to Council Member Debi Rose of Staten Island! 🎉
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Today, we greeted Little Amal on the steps of City Hall. As a little girl on a big journey, she provides a source of empowerment to displaced people all around the world. We are honored to present her with an NYC Citation as an international symbol of compassion & human rights.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Meet the 11 women of the @NYCCouncil 🔎 @CM_MargaretChin is a Co-Chair of @WomensCaucusNYC , Chair of Committee on Aging. She took office in 2010 & represents District 1, Lower Manhattan. Margaret Chin immigrated to the U.S. with her family from Hong Kong when she was 9.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Happy Birthday to @CMKoslowitz , a beloved member of the Women's Caucus!
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
4 years
STATEMENT: The Women’s Caucus, @NYCProgressives , & the LGBT Caucus condemn NYPD’s violent and assault of an 18 y/o trans protester earlier this week & call for a public hearing on Reso 0923-2019 to repeal the #WalkingWhileTransBan . Full statement here:
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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JUST LAUNCHED🎉🎉 Brand new Women's Caucus website at: 👀Check out our👀 - legislation - press statements - member bios - resources & more
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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In response to SCOTUS’s decision, the Women’s Caucus and @NYCSpeakerAdams have proposed a legislative package on abortion and reproductive health care in NYC. #abortionforall
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Women's Caucus
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Today, the @NYCCouncil will vote on Resolutions: 0923 & 1444 calling on NY State to repeal the archaic #WalkingWhileTrans Ban. We want to thank @carlinarivera for sponsoring this legislation & the LGBT Caucus, @RepealWWT & advocates for their support.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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We geared up to plan for a strategic and productive year together as the eleven women in @NYCCouncil . Excited for all to come after our retreat today. Thank you to Mt Sinai for hosting us.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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The Women’s Caucus is excited and honored to officially welcome our newest and twelfth member, Farah N. Louis, Council Member of the 45th District in Brooklyn, who was officially sworn into the New York City Council today. Welcome, @FarahNLouis !🗽
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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The NYC Women’s Caucus condemns the assault of a 22-year-old mother in Brooklyn and racial disparities in social distancing enforcement by the NYPD. See full statement here:
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Please join the Women's Caucus in wishing a very happy birthday to Council Member @DianaAyalaNYC ! 🎉🎈🎂
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Our spotlight today is on Jenny Low! @jennylamlow is the Director of the Community Engagement Division for @NYCSpeakerCoJo . As a teen, she helped Asian American citizens become registered voters and participate in the electoral process. Read more here:
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Today @NYCCouncil adopted a budget that includes various @WomensCaucusNYC wins that will support initiatives, programs & projects to: - improve reproductive healthcare & access - prevent gender-based violence - assure economic security & pay parity - advance gender equity
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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We are deeply concerned by @NY1 's efforts to silence the gender, age & pregnancy discrimination claims of these women through secretive forced arbitration. This severely limits their rights. @IamVivLee @ThaliaPerezTV @RomaTorreNYC @kshaughnessy2 @amandafarinacci @RamirezJeanine
@UnseenWomenOnTV
Unseen On TV
5 years
Read our Open Letter to Charter Communications CEO Thomas Rutledge calling on @NY1 to STOP trying to conceal claims of age, gender and pregnancy discrimination behind closed doors through the use of forced arbitration. #BroadcastWomen #EndForcedArbitration
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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STATEMENT: Across the country, we are seeing protests and anger from the Black community, frustrated with racial injustice endorsed by those in positions of power and authority. The Women’s Caucus is saying enough is enough. Full statement here:
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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. @WomensCaucusNYC wishes you & your loved ones a Happy #July4th ! As we celebrate today w/ our communities & families, we strive to make the visionary principle of liberty, justice & opportunity for ALL a reality. That is truly an ideal to honor & fight for!
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Women's Caucus
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What a beautiful weekend at #NYCPride ! @WomensCaucusNYC was honored to march & to celebrate the courageous LGBTQ+ activists—past and present—who pave(d) the way towards a more joyful & equitable future. #WorldPride2019 #Stonewall50 #LoveIsLove
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Co-chairs @CarlinaRivera and @CM_MargaretChin address the audience of our reproductive health briefing, ready to help secure reproductive rights for all New Yorkers!
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Please join the Women’s Caucus in wishing our sister @DianaAyalaNYC a very special Happy Birthday today.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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In commemoration of #TransgenderAwarenessWeek , we are joining with the LGBT Caucus & advocates to call for the repeal of the #WalkingWhileTrans ban. It has a majority of support in the Assembly & Senate.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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What happened to Mya Vizcarrondo-Rios cannot happen again. The DOE failed to protect its students and respond adequately to incidents of sexual violence. We stand with @GGENYC to call for more Title IX coordinators.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Pregnant women of color are more likely to face serious complications during childbirth. For some, birth advocacy will be a life-saving measure. Members of @WomensCaucusNYC are asking @nycmayor @NYGovCuomo to increase access to certified doulas & midwives during this crisis:
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Women's Caucus
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Please wish @CMAlickaASamuel a very Happy Birthday. Your work in the @NYCCouncil #District41 and the Women Caucus is invaluable. We thank you for your service.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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STATEMENT: Co-Chairs @CM_MargaretChin & @CarlinaRivera stand behind @RomaTorreNYC @RamirezJeanine @kshaughnessy2 @IamVivLee @amandafarinacci who came forward w/ experiences of age discrimination at NY1 @RomaTorreNYC should cover tomorrow's @USWNT celebration.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Happening Now: A press conference on Combating Racial & Gender Discrimination in NYC’s Healthcare System led by Council Member @HelenRosenthal .
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Our other Co-Chair is @CarlinaRivera who was born & raised in the 2nd District of Lower Manhattan by a single mother who emigrated from Puerto Rico. She is also the chair of the Committee on Hospitals. She has served as organizer, community board member, & now Councilmember.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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This Wednesday we're hosting a Trans Day of Visibility Discussion! We'll be discussing the importance of having transgender representation, the repeal of the Walking While Trans Ban & the issues impacting the TGNBC community. Click on the link to register.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Our next spotlight is on @marianguerra_ ☀️ Committed to building the political power of women of color and immigrants, she currently serves as the Deputy Chief of Staff & Director of Legislation and Budget for @CM_MargaretChin Read more about her here:
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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A 2nd hearing on sexual harassment has been announced to take place on May 24th in NYC. This is thanks to the incredible work done by @harressement_free with whom we held a 2nd rally last week. We look forward to hearing from more survivors and further addressing this issue.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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🚨🚨Announcement Alert🚨🚨 The Women’s Caucus is proud to announce that we have hired a new ED and have a new Councilwoman-elect joining the @nyccouncil . Congratulations to Thamar Ferdinand & Selvena Brooks-Powers!! #fab14 #womenlead #womeningov
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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This week was a huge win towards #genderequity with the Pink Tax ban prohibiting businesses from charging more for products based on the gender they’re directed to. Thank you @NYGovCuomo for your leadership and all of the advocates that pushed this reform.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Congratulations @AdrienneEAdams1
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
5 years
On March 14th @NYCSpeakerCoJo & @WomensCaucusNYC is hosting a Women’s Herstory Event at City Hall! This year’s theme is Advancing Social Justice. Join us as we celebrate women who are leaders in our city!
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Women's Caucus
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“It is outrageous that the Puerto Rico Senate is considering a bill that takes a page from Red States to restrict abortion rights. ⁦ @NYCCouncilAyala ⁩ ⁦ @FarahNLouis ⁩ ⁦ @AmandaFariasNYC
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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🎉Happy Disability Pride!🎉 Led by @DianaAyalaNYC —Chair of the Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities & Addictions—we are proud to promote inclusion, awareness & visibility of people w/disabilities. #DisabilityPrideNYC @HelenRosenthal @CM_MargaretChin @CarlinaRivera
@DianaAyalaNYC
Diana Ayala
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Excited to be here celebrating the 5th Annual Disabilities Pride Parade.
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“This is about reproductive justice. This about having pride in our own bodies and making our own decisions. Access to menstrual products is a human right, not a privilege,” @CarlinaRivera speaking the truth at the NYC #NationalPeriodDay rally 🙌❤️
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Every single member of the Women’s Caucus has united to support reproductive freedom by signing this letter that calls on elected officials across the nation to #StopAbortionBans . Join the fight by adding your name. #NYforMO #IStandWithPP @PPNYCAction
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Join us today as we rally for equal pay!
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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A win for education & gender equity in NYC! Advancing #PayParity , esp. for women of color, is a major priority for the Caucus. We've secured a deal for community-based early childhood educators. Thank you @MarkTreyger718 , @NYCSpeakerCoJo & @NYCMayorsOffice for your partnership.
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Women's Caucus
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We hosted a Trans Cultural Competency Training for @NYCCouncil members & staff with the LGBT Caucus. Thank you to co-chair @CarlinaRivera and @Dromm25 for welcoming @mxacdumlao , our trainer. A great preparation for #PrideMonth 🏳️‍🌈
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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The burden of the pandemic has weighed heaviest on women, especially women of color. The Path Forward to a Feminist Recovery is a twelve-step agenda that NYC should take in advancing gender equity in the wake of the pandemic. @CabanD22 @CMShahanaHanif @NYCComptroller
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Our 12 fabulous Caucus Members are wearing the color of royalty this week to stand in solidarity with survivors of Domestic and Gender Based Violence during #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth . If you or a loved one needs support, please call: 1-800-621-HOPE.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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We had elections today and are so excited to work with the re-elected Co-Chairs @CarlinaRivera @CM_MargaretChin for another year 👏🏾👏🏼👏🏿👏🏽
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Hon. Vanessa L. Gibson, MPA (She, Her, Hers)
5 years
Love my Women’s Caucus Colleagues and Sisters! We may laugh at times, but we are working together to get things done on behalf of all New Yorkers! Congratulations to our Co-Chairs @CarlinaRivera @CM_MargaretChin on being unanimously re-elected to represent the Women’s Caucus!
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Women's Caucus
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The Women’s Caucus wants to wish all of you a Happy #InternationalWomensDay . The theme this yr is #ChooseToChallenge . Tweet what you will challenge this yr in the pursuit of gender equity.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Majority Leader @cmlauriecumbo calling on @NYCMayor to give Weeksville NY’s Cultural Affairs Designation. She is joined by other @WomensCaucusNYC members @CarlinaRivera @CMDebiRose @Vanessalgibson @AlickaASamuel41 #InezBarron
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Happy #IWD2019 from the Women’s Caucus! We are happy to celebrate the phenomenal women around the world. Within NYC, the Women’s Caucus we seek to fight against sexual harassment & violence, eliminate gender discrimination, and create gender responsive criminal justice reform
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
4 years
Congratulations to our sister @CarlinaRivera for making the Latino @CityAndStateNY 100 list this year. Well deserved accolades‼️
@CarlinaRivera
Carlina Rivera
4 years
Just got my @CityAndStateNY magazine and I’m truly honored to be included on the Latino 100 list this year 🇵🇷 ¡Pa’lante!
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Today, our Caucus members and Speaker Adams joined Mayor Eric Adams to sign a historic package of reproductive rights legislation into law. The NYC Abortion Rights Act declares NYC a sanctuary for abortion. Our members are dedicated to protecting our reproductive rights!
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Statement on @revrubendiaz from Co-Chairs @CarlinaRivera & @CM_MargaretChin "Whether Council Member Diaz knows it or not, the time for men speaking on behalf of women and their bodies is over in the City of New York."
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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At today’s @nyccouncil stated meeting, Caucus members @CM_MargaretChin @CarlinaRivera @AdrienneEAdams @DianaAyalaNYC @CMKoslowitz & @HelenRosenthal joined together to introduce four Council resolutions that aim to enhance existing protections for reproductive health in NYC.
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Women's Caucus
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Cannot wait to celebrate the repeat champion @USWNT in NYC on Wednesday! ⚽️🏆🇺🇸 CONGRATULATIONS #USWNT and thank you for inspiring us with your leadership, bravery & excellence, both on and off the field! #OneNationOneTeam #EqualPay
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Read below the @WomensCaucusNYC 's statement regarding neutral references for perpetrators of sexual harassment: “When sexual harassment claims against city employees are substantiated, neutral references should not be provided regardless of whether the offender resigns"
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Today is the last day for the Spring 2019 Interns! Thank you so much for all that you do, and good luck in the future!
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Paid Internship Opportunity with @WomensCaucusNYC Applications are due 09/20. For more information + job descriptions: Legislative Internship: Communications Internship:
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Women's Caucus
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🍼 “As a mother, who breastfed, I know first-hand how important it is to have lactation rooms that are maintained properly & easily accessible. We as caregivers want to feed our children in a safe environment." -Majority Leader @cmlauriecumbo
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Equal pay for equal work. We are standing with @cmlauriecumbo @NYCSpeakerCoJo @CarlinaRivera @CM_MargaretChin @TishJames in support of equal pay, gender and racial pay equity and Int 633.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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Just released‼️ @WomensCaucusNYC Statement on City's Lactation Rooms We are deeply concerned by reports of numerous issues faced by workers who try to access clean, welcoming lactation rooms in our own City government offices.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
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#PrideMonth is a fitting time to discuss how NYC can support & nurture its LGBTQ+ youth. Thanks to @DianaAyalaNYC & @CMDebiRose for leading an important oversight hearing on Mental Health Services for LGBTQ+ Youth and to @AlickaASamuel41 & @CM_MargaretChin for participating
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Women's Caucus
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Every day we must uplift, protect & support our #abortionproviders that are on the frontlines providing vital care to patients throughout the country. We stand with you and recognize the work that you do. #AbortionProviderAppreciationDay #ourbodiesmatter
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
3 years
We are wishing our Co-Chair, CM Vanessa L. Gibson a very Happy and Healthy Birthday! Please join us in sharing well wishes to our beloved sister and leader from the Bronx @Vanessalgibson
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
3 years
#HappyValentinesDay sisters! As women, we love & care for others yr-round. By putting their needs before our own, we often neglect to nurture ourselves. Today should be an everyday occurrence of self-love.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
4 years
The time is now to Repeal the #WalkingWhileTrans law. Join us tomorrow for a virtual rally in support of Reso 0923 w. @CarlinaRivera @Vanessalgibson @CMFarahLouis @Dromm25 @TS_Candii @HelenRosenthal @KeithPowersNYC + more. RSVP:
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
5 years
👋Happy International Day of Friendship from your friendly neighborhood electeds! We’re bonded by the fight for: - Health & Repro Justice - Economic Security - Safety from GBV - Equitable Rep. in Political Leadership & more! #InternationalDayofFriendship #WorldFriendshipDay
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
4 years
Just now, Co-Chair @Vanessalgibson presented testimony on behalf of the Women’s Caucus & LGBT Caucus in support of Resolution 0923 and repealing the #WalkingWhileTrans ban at the @CCRB_NYC public hearing. The time for repeal is now!
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
4 years
To all the young girls on this #InternationalDayoftheGirl : You are strong You are beautiful You are persistent You are resilient You are remarkable You are powerful You are loved You are the future Stand in your power and in your greatness!
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
5 years
NYC Council Women's Caucus Funding Supplemental Forms are now open! We support funding requests that focus on achieving gender equity in NYC🌈 Link to Expense Funding Request Form: Link to Capital Funding Request Form:
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
5 years
Co-Chairs @CarlinaRivera @CM_MargaretChin welcomes young women to City Hall supporting New Girls City!
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
3 years
The Women's Caucus partnered with @nycpa to continue the fight against the state of Black Maternal Health in NYC. We introduced bills that are designed to improve Maternal outcomes. Thank you to all the advocates, families and providers that are on the frontlines of this battle.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
5 years
If we are going to achieve real gender equity, we need to push forward policies that address the wage gap! We are going to get it done with the help of all the dynamic women who are here. @CM_MargaretChin
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
5 years
At today's @nyccouncil stated meeting, @womenscaucusnyc members introduced legislation that will contribute to greater gender & racial equity in the city: - study on crisis pregnancy centers - district diversity working groups - trainings for senior service providers
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
2 years
This morning, @CabanD22 and the Women’s Caucus gathered to rally around domestic and intimate partner violence. This afternoon, our City Council will vote on The Support Survivors Package. We are proud of the advancements we are making in bolstering resources for survivors!
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
5 years
🚫Forced Arbitration of Gender-Based Discrimination Claims🚫 We’re calling on @CharterNewsroom / @NY1 to follow state law & release 3 women from forced arbitration.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
5 years
Today @AdrienneEAdams brought up After-School funding at the OMB Prelim budget hearing, questioning the lack of seats and waitlists that currently exist. After school funding is a top priority for the @WomensCaucusNYC and any student who needs a seat should get one.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
5 years
Its all of us are losing out. It’s all of the women who are not making the dollar on the dollar. I will work to fight for equal pay. — @HelenRosenthal What do we want? Equal Pay. When do we want it? Now! #EqualPayDay
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
4 years
#16DaysofActivism aims to address gender-based violence globally, including workplace sexual harassment, one of the most common and insidious forms. Last April, @NYCCouncil passed 11 bills in the ‘Stop Sexual Harassment in NYC Act,’ sponsored by many Women’s Caucus members.
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@WomensCaucusNYC
Women's Caucus
5 years
Please join the Women's Caucus in wishing a very happy birthday to Council Member @HelenRosenthal ! 🥳🎉🎈🎂
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