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We are a non-profit state federation. Our membership includes women and men of every age, race, religion, political party and socio-economic background. We are a leading advocate on work-life balance and workplace equity issues.

In this section, you will read recent news releases and advocacy concerns as well as view our opinion editorials and letters to the editor. Members of the press who are writing about issues of concern to working women are encouraged to contact our Communications Committee at [email protected].

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Margaret Mehlenbacker Tynski Wins Grand Island Professional Women's Scholarship
Margaret Mehlenbacker Tynski of Grand Island was honored at the September Awards Dinner of the Grand Island Professional Women’s Chapter, New York State Women, Inc.
PowHer the Vote

Workplaces need to change to catch-up with the realities of the 21st Century workforce. Paid Leave, Sick Days, Predictable Schedules and Flextime are key policies employees, employers, and our elected leaders must address to create a workplace for women to succeed and for our economy to flourish.

Need A Reason to Vote!

Election Day is weeks away. The tension mounts as the candidates and their surrogates make their last efforts to reach into the heart of America to attract voters. Polls change daily. Candidates jab home their messages and the election frenzy reaches a new pitch with each passing day.

Written by Pauline W. Hoffmann, Ph.D.

History in the Making - Hillary Clinton's Historic Nomination

Hillary Clinton’s historic nomination by a major political party as a candidate for president of the United States put more cracks in the proverbial glass ceiling but notice that the ceiling has not come crashing down.

Southern Finger Lakes Women - Sale of Maple Products Scholarship Fundraiser

The chapter conducted a sale of maple products as another fundraiser on behalf of the scholarship fund. The sale was organized by Sally Rigden, chapter treasurer.

NYSWomen - Staten Island Awards Scholarships
The business and professional women of the Staten Island chapter of NYS Women awarded two local women with academic scholarships.
NYS Women-Staten Island Supports Women at Good Counsel Residence

The Staten Island chapter of NYS Women presented $2000 to the Staten Island Residence of Good Counsel Homes, Inc. This program provides invaluable intervention for hundreds of pregnant young women and single parents.

Carol Golyski Wins the 10th Annual Women's Exemplary Leadership Awards

Carol Golyski, a member of Grand Island Professional Women’s Chapter, New York State Women, has been selected the winner of the 10th Annual Womens Exemplary Leadership Award, which was presented Wednesday evening (June 22) at a dinner in Elldins, River Oaks, Grand Island.

President Renee's farewell message
At conference, we had a member's celebration during Friday night's dinner. President Renee gave her farewell message, stating its our turn to be the teachers/mentors as so many have done for us.
Clarence Chapter presents 5 grants to community organizations

New York State Women, Inc., Clarence Chapter recently held its 18th Annual Basket Auction to raise money for its award and benefit program at the Brookfield Country Club in Clarence, NY. At the event, grants were presented to local area non-profits from funds raised at last year’s event.

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