The Women's Commission is 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.
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Events |
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Location |
RSVP |
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September Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting Topic: Restorative Practices |
Friday, September 8 12pm-1pm |
Pew Campus - Seidman 3001 & ZOOM - passcode WOMCOM |
No RSVP Required |
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Celebrating Women Awards, co-sponsored by Positive Black Women, CWGE, and WGS department. |
Wednesday, September 20 12pm-1:30pm |
Allendale - Grand River Room |
RSVP by September 15 |
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October Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting Topic: Raising Feminist Kids |
Friday, October 13 12pm-1pm |
Pew Campus - Seidman 4002 & ZOOM - passcode WOMCOM |
No RSVP Required |
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MI-ACE Women of Color Collaborative Virtual Fall Luncheon |
Friday, November 3 |
Saginaw Valley State University |
RSVP Forthcoming |
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HerStory featuring TBD |
Fall Semester |
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November Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting Topic: Teach-In Takeaways |
Friday, November 17 12pm |
Pew Campus - Seidman 3001 & ZOOM - passcode WOMCOM |
No RSVP Required |
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December Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting Topic: Inclusive Design |
Friday, December 8 12pm |
Allendale Campus & ZOOM |
No RSVP Required |
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January Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting Topic: Elder Care |
Friday, January 12 12pm |
Allendale Campus & ZOOM |
No RSVP Required |
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HerStory featuring TBD |
TBD |
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February Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting Topic: Re-Engaging After Leave |
Friday, February 9 12pm |
Allendale Campus & ZOOM |
No RSVP Required |
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Reflections Annual Women's Leadership Panel |
Week of March 25 |
Pew Campus |
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March Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting Topic: Engaging Men in Feminist Work |
Friday, March 15 12pm |
Allendale Campus & ZOOM |
No RSVP Required |
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April Conscious Conversation & Membership Meeting Topic: Navigating Change in Work & Life |
Friday, April 12 12pm |
Allendale Campus & ZOOM |
No RSVP Required |
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MI-ACE Annual Conference |
Monday, June 10 - Tuesday, June 11 |
TBD |
Registration Forthcoming |