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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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Event date: 4/16/2016 11:00 AM

Regional 2 Annual Meeting

Save the date April 16, 2016 for our Region 2 Annual Meeting to elect Region Director and Assistant Region Director.

Written by Claire Knowles

Can You Go 24 Hours without Complaining?

Have you yet adopted the “no complaining rule?” Eight years ago, Jon Gordon’s book, The No Complaining Rule took the business world by storm, topping the best-seller’s list. The key to this book’s enduring success is that it offers positive ways to deal with negativity both at work and in other organizations. It requires that you shine a light on your own complaining.

Event date: 8/31/2016

Women's Day of the NYS Fair

Do you know Wednesday, August 31, 2016 is Women's Day? Women's Day at the NYS Fair. Yes, that's right. Have you marked your calendar? Better do it now. You want to be there for NYS Women, Inc. You want to be there for you. You will be there.

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo Makes Emotional Plea For Paid Family Leave
Women make up a majority of those earning the minimum wage, which has not kept pace with the rate of inflation over the last 50 years. Many of the modern, industrial nations of the world, our allies, have much higher minimum wages, without the disastrous consequences predicted by those who oppose raising the minimum wage. In fact, each of those states that have raised their minimum wages have experienced job growth much higher than that in every single state that did not raise the minimum wage. This is because raising the minimum wage pumps millions into local economies, providing a massive stimulus effect.

Event date: 3/4/2016 3:00 PM - 3/6/2016 12:00 PM

Two night stay with Saturday and Sunday meals included. Seminars include canvas painting, nutrition class, basket weaving, and public speaking. New pampering and personal time enrichment - tarro cards, youthful appearance classes.
Member Benefit Update - 32% off Long Term Care Insurance

Member Benefit Update - Through New York Life and Dedicated Financial Solutions, all members of New York State Women Inc. as well as their Extended Family Members are eligible for up to 32% off Long Term Care Insurance, an important discount to take advantage of before changes increase in January.

Event date: 12/8/2015 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Join us for our Holiday Party! $20 will get you buffet dinner, coffee and dessert. There will be a cash bar. We will be doing a "Gift Grab". Bring a wrapped gift valued at $10 or more if you'd like, and we will take turns picking gifts and "stealing" them away! Lots of fun! Guests welcome! Reservations are required.

Event date: 1/26/2016 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

The Mohawk Valley Chapter of New York State Women, Inc. invites you to attend its January meeting celebrating the new year with guest speaker, Kim Ross. Kim will be speaking on having a Healthy New Year!

2016 Fellowship Application for Graduate Study

Fellowships are awarded annually for graduate study to qualified women. The number and amount of the fellowships vary from year to year.

Event date: 11/14/2015 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM

AMBA blood Analysis

Low cost blood panel, fasting blood work done by professional team. Proceeds support all club programs. 
Cost: $7 to club, $40 for Blood screening

Location: Owego UMC, 261 Main St Owego


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