Center For Women In Government And Civil Society

The Center for Women in Government and Civil Society Promoting Gender Justice and an Equitable Society For 45 years, CWGCS has been a premier academic research and education center with a social change agenda. We expand opportunities and create possibilities for women and their families. The Center for Women in Government & Civil Society is part of the [Rockefeller College of Public Affairs & Policy](https://www.albany.edu/rockefeller). Vision A world where people of all background participate equally in shaping the future. Mission CWGCS seeks to deepen and broaden political access, economic opportunities and social inclusion for women by strengthening the capacity of government, nonprofit and business sectors to implement gender-responsive, inclusive and equitable policies, practices and services. Core Values Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, Integrity, Equality Strategic Focus Provide purposeful research and transformative education that: - Fill the knowledge gap about women’s status and facilitate the implementation of evidence-based approaches to advancing equity. - Raise awareness about gender and intersecting inequities. - Promote equal participation of women in all aspects of society. The staff and Board of Directors of the Center a rigorous research and education agenda that focuses on advancing women’s status in four emphasis areas: Women & Leadership, Economic Security, Health & Gender-Related Disparities, and Safety & Wellbeing.