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We Honor Women's History Month and the Theme: “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity & Inclusion”

Each March, during Women’s History Month, we celebrate the countless women who have fought tirelessly and courageously for equality, justice, and opportunity in our Nation. We also reaffirm our commitment to advancing rights and opportunities for women and girls in the United States and around the world.

- The White House

Understanding The 2024 Theme

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The theme of “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion” recognizes women throughout the country who understand that, for a positive future, we need to eliminate bias and discrimination entirely from our lives and institutions. During 2024, we recognize the example of women who are committed to embracing everyone and excluding no one in our common quest for freedom and opportunity.

From the National Women's History Alliance.

Honoring and Celebrating at RIC

Rhode Island College is hosting a number of events and opportunities to honor Women's History Month. We hope you'll participate, learn, celebrate, and enjoy with us!

Join Us at Our Flagship Events

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International Women's Day Breakfast 

On Friday, March 8 from 9–11 am in the Faculty Center Dining Room all women staff, faculty, and students are invited! We'll be Analyzing the Current Moment - exploring the current state of women's issues such as Post-Roe America, Title IX, and the backlash to the #MeToo Movement. We will have a panel, breakfast, and raffles! 

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Co-sponsored by the Dialogue and Diversity Inclusion Committee and Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
 

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Mirror Mirror on the Wall...I am the Baddest of Them All

On Wednesday, March 20 from 12–2 pm in the Donovan Dining Center come reflect and empower your inner child! Join us in celebrating Women’s History Month by writing a message to your younger self or to an important woman in your life. Leave your legacy on the mirror to inspire other women on campus.

Visit our friendship bracelet station & affirmations mirror any time between 12 and 2 pm. There will be interviews too!

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Consider Giving to Women in Need

During Women's History Month please join RIC's Director of Residential Life and Housing, Darcy Dubois, in supporting victims of domestic and sexual violence by donating towards a blessing bag for the women of New Hope.

Contribute via Venmo: @Darcys7

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Rhode Island College in Support of Gender Equality

Fully embracing this Women's History Month's theme, "Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion,” we want to encourage and help celebrate International Transgender Day of Visibility!

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Visible: A Walking Journey Through Trans Representation | Wednesday, March 27

Celebrate Trans Day of Visibility by going on a scavenger hunt to find famous trans individuals and learn about trans history and representation. Everyone who takes a selfie with all 8 cut-outs, found in buildings across campus, gets a prize from the Unity Center! First 10 winners get an Amazon gift card ranging from $10-50. Join us from 10 am–3 pm at various locations across campus and prize pick-up at the Unity Center. All participants get a prize!

Hosted by the Unity Center
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