The Women's Commission is one of the longest-established faculty/staff affinity group at Grand Valley. Since 1996, the Commission has been advocating for all women on campus by acting on their issues and by promoting equity and social justice, ever conscious of the intersection of race, class, gender, and orientation.

As we enter our 27th year, we are continuing our legacy of creating dialogue, celebrating women's leadership, and exploring issues of advocacy. We hope that you find the events, resources, and opportunities posted on our site valuable. With the support of the Division of Inclusion and Equity, the Women's Commission proudly sponsors the annual Fall Welcome, Reflections Mentorship Panel, and Her Story series.

In the spirit of collaboration, we invite you to get involved in this meaningful work on behalf of all women. For more information, please contact [email protected] or attend an upcoming Conscious Conversation.


2023-2024 Women's Commission Calendar

There's no better time than now to become active in the Women's Commission! Attend one of our annual events or participate in a monthly Conscious Conversation, an opportunity to engage in mutual learning and discussion around a topic related to gender equity. Bring your lunch and join us for casual conversation and relationship building. If you miss the conversation, please click on the topic link to view a synopsis of the discussion. 

Events

Date

Location

RSVP

September Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting

Topic: Restorative Practices

Friday, September 8

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Pew Campus - Seidman 3001 &

ZOOM - passcode WOMCOM

No RSVP Required

Celebrating Women Awards, co-sponsored by Positive Black Women, CWGE, and WGS department.

Wednesday, September 20

12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Allendale - Grand River Room

RSVP by September 15

October Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting

Topic: Raising Feminist Kids

Friday, October 13

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Pew Campus - Seidman 4002 &

ZOOM - passcode WOMCOM

No RSVP Required

MI-ACE Women of Color Collaborative Virtual Fall Luncheon

Friday, November 3

Saginaw Valley State University

RSVP Forthcoming

November Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting

Topic: Teach-In Takeaways

Friday, November 17

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Pew Campus - Seidman 3001 &

ZOOM - passcode WOMCOM

No RSVP Required

HerStory featuring Dr. Nykia Gaines

Thursday, November 30

12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Allendale - 2204 Kirkhof

No RSVP Required

December Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting

Topic: Inclusive Design

Friday, December 8

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Allendale Campus - Lake Michigan Hall 133

No RSVP Required

January Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting

Topic: Elder Care

Friday, January 12

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

ZOOM Only

passcode WOMCOM

No RSVP Required

February Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting

Topic: Re-Engaging After Leave

Friday, February 9

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Allendale Campus - Fieldhouse 173B &

ZOOM - passcode WOMCOM

No RSVP Required

HerStory featuring Dr. Chasity Bailey-Fakhoury

Tuesday, February 27

12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Allendale Campus - 2204 Kirkhof

No RSVP Required

March Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting

Topic: Engaging Men in Feminist Work

Friday, March 15

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Allendale Campus - Fieldhouse 173B &

ZOOM - passcode WOMCOM

No RSVP Required

Reflections Annual Women's Leadership Panel

Wednesday, March 27

4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Charles W. Loosemore Auditorium - DEV122E

Pew Campus

RSVP by March 19

April Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting

Topic: Navigating Change in Work & Life

Friday, April 12

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Allendale Campus - Fieldhouse 173B &

ZOOM - passcode WOMCOM

No RSVP Required

MI-ACE Annual Conference

Monday, June 10 - Tuesday, June 11

TBD

Registration Forthcoming

Annual Planning Retreat

Friday, May 3

11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Downtown Campus TBD

RSVP Forthcoming



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