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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed March as Women’s History Month in Michigan. ANational Women’s History Alliance, the 2025 theme for Women's History Month is “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating and Inspiring Generations”. This theme celebrates the collective strength and influence of women who have dedicated their lives to education, mentorship and leadership. Through their efforts, they have served as an inspiration for all generations — both past and present.
“The MWC is promoting and creating pathways to generational wealth for women and their families and educating women of all ages about menopause and encouraging them to demand that women’s health concerns be heard and acted on. We echo Gov. Whitmer’s view that our families and communities thrive when women thrive.” said Cheryl Bergman, Executive Director of the Michigan Women’s Commission.
Read the full press release.
This year, the Michigan Women’s Commission (MWC) is focusing on collecting information on menopause and its effects on women in the workforce. In collaboration with Lorena Disha, PhD student at Rutgers University, we’re surveying women throughout Michigan from diverse organizations and workplaces, to make policy recommendations for employers and policymakers to make menopause in the workplace a manageable experience that allows women to participate fully in the workforce.
MWC will kick off conversations around the state with employers, health providers, health industry leaders and policy makers along with women in the community to have open and honest conversation on menopause and how it affects women in the workplace and their health overall.
All month long, we’ll be sharing the past, present and future of menopause on our social media accounts.
Roundtables to Promote Pathways to High Wage Jobs: Access to Capital
 On Thursday, Feb. 6, we hosted a virtual roundtable focused on access to capital as a woman small business owner, featuring Dr. Dawn Batts, Tosha Tabron, Carolyn Cassin, Commissioner Charity Dean, and Commissioner Dr. Tracy Joshua. Missed the roundtable? Go to our YouTube channel to watch the recording or click the thumbnail above
April 2025 Public Meeting
Our next public meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 15, at 1:00 p.m. at the Michigan Black Business Alliance office in Detroit. The office is located at 28 W Adams, Suite 800, Detroit, MI 48226.
The notice, agenda and how to request accommodations will be posted on Michigan.gov/MWC at least ten days in advance.
Small Business Opportunities and Entrepreneurship Roundtable
Prior to the public meeting, Commissioner Charity Dean, President & CEO of the Michigan Black Business Alliance, is hosting a roundtable, focusing on Entrepreneurship and Workforce Development.
The roundtable will take place at the Michigan Black Business Alliance office in Detroit on Tuesday, April 15, at 10:30 a.m. Can’t join us in person? We’ll be livestreaming the roundtable via our YouTube channel.
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Michigan Women’s Commission Team Spotlight: J’Nay Mason
In October of 2024, the commission welcomed a new member to the team: Me! I’m J’Nay Mason and I’m the Michigan Women’s Commissions Communications Specialist. I’m a Flint native, Grand Blanc alum and graduated from Michigan State University last year with a degree in creative advertising.
In my personal life, I’m a huge horror movie and video game fan who also has a deep interest in the fashion and beauty worlds. When I’m not working, I like to spend my time playing with my Staffordshire bull terrier mix Allie or working on more characters for future Dungeon and Dragons campaigns. It’s nice to meet you!
Click the banner above to read my spotlight introduction post on our Instagram page.
21 Day Gender Equity Literacy Series
 We’re excited to announce the continuation of the 21 Day Racial Equity Challenge, the 21 Day Gender Literacy Series. Created in partnership with Michigan State University Community Engagement Scholar Bailey Griffin, this series will explore themes related to gender equity, solidarity and intersectionality. Keep an eye out for cohort sign up announcements!
Click the banner above to read Bailey's spotlight introduction post on our Instagram page.
Commemorative Dates
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