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YWCA Central Alabama empowers women through racial justice advocacy, economic advancement programs, job training, and leadership development. Services include STEM education for girls, domestic violence support, and workforce readiness programs. Call 205-322-9922 or visit ywcabham.org for a current program schedule. Located at 2300 3rd Ave N, Birmingham. Many programs are free or low-cost. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
205-322-9922 · 2300 3rd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
The Women's Fund of Greater Birmingham advances economic security for women and girls through strategic grant-making, research, and public advocacy. Their grant programs fund local nonprofits providing job training, childcare, financial literacy, and career development for Birmingham-area women. Call 205-595-7014 for information on supported programs. Located at 2100 1st Ave N Suite 670, Birmingham. Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
205-595-7014 · 2100 1st Ave N Suite 670, Birmingham, AL 35203 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
The Alabama Women's Commission is a state advisory body that researches women's issues, advises the legislature, and promotes opportunities for Alabama women in education, employment, and public life. Women can contact the commission to share concerns, access published reports on women's status in Alabama, or learn about statewide initiatives. Call 334-242-7100 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
334-242-7100 · 600 Dexter Ave, Montgomery, AL 36130 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Dress for Success Birmingham provides free professional interview attire, career coaching, and job retention support for income-qualifying women entering or returning to the workforce. Women must be referred by a partner agency and scheduled for a job interview. Call 205-251-0427 or visit birmingham.dressforsuccess.org to find a referring agency near you. Located at 2141 11th Ave S. Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
205-251-0427 · 2141 11th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
The Women's Business Center of North Alabama is an SBA-funded center providing free and low-cost business training, one-on-one counseling, financing assistance, and networking events for women entrepreneurs. Services are available to women starting or growing businesses in north Alabama. Call 256-539-7339 or email info@wbcna.org. Located in Huntsville. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
256-539-7339 · Huntsville, AL 35801 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Alabama National Guard Family Programs offers support services specifically for women service members and military families, including deployment readiness, financial counseling, childcare referrals, and access to behavioral health resources. Call 334-271-7375 to speak with a Family Assistance Specialist. Located in Montgomery. Services are available to Guard members and their families. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
334-271-7375 · 1720 Cong W.L. Dickinson Dr, Montgomery, AL 36109 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Girls Inc. of Central Alabama provides after-school, summer, and weekend programs for girls ages 6-18 that build confidence, academic skills, and life readiness. Programs cover STEM, health and sexuality education, financial literacy, and leadership development. Call 205-252-1355 for enrollment and program information. Located at 3000 10th Ct N, Birmingham. Mon-Fri 8am-6pm during school year.
205-252-1355 · 3000 10th Ct N, Birmingham, AL 35234 · Mon-Fri 8am-6pm
United Way of Central Alabama's Women United initiative is a giving circle of women leaders funding programs that advance education, economic stability, and health for women and girls in the Birmingham region. Women can join as donors or access funded programs including job readiness, financial literacy, and childcare support. Call 205-251-5131 or visit uwca.org. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
205-251-5131 · 3600 8th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
The Tuscaloosa County Women's Resource Center provides support services and programs for women in the Tuscaloosa area, including counseling, emergency assistance referrals, and community resources. Call 205-758-0808 for information on current offerings. Located in Tuscaloosa. Staff can connect women with local services for housing, domestic violence, employment, and mental health. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
205-758-0808 · Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
The American Association of University Women has championed equity in education and the workplace for women since 1881. Members access salary negotiation workshops, leadership training, research on gender pay gaps, and local branch programming in every state. Visit aauw.org to find your local branch or join as a student or community affiliate. Many programs and events are free or low-cost.
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The National Organization for Women is a grassroots feminist organization with local chapters in every state advocating for reproductive rights, equal pay, ending violence against women, and LGBTQ+ equality. Visit now.org to find your local chapter, join campaigns, attend events, and access resources on women's legal rights. Membership dues help fund local advocacy. Many events are open to the public.
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The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization empowering women to participate in government through voter registration drives, candidate forums, ballot issue guides, and civic education programs. Local leagues operate in every state. Visit lwv.org to find your local league, register to vote, or access nonpartisan voter guides. Membership is open to women and men. Many events are free.
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YWCA USA is dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women across the country. Local YWCAs offer a wide range of direct services including emergency shelter, childcare, job training, domestic violence programs, health and wellness classes, and racial justice advocacy. Visit ywca.org to find your nearest YWCA and learn about locally available programs. Many services are free or subsidized.
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The Women's Funding Network is a global coalition of women's foundations that funds solutions to issues facing women and girls. Member foundations provide grants to local nonprofits supporting economic security, health, safety, and leadership for women. Visit womensfundingnetwork.org to find a member foundation in your region that funds programs you can access or organizations you can support.
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The Junior League is an international organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing women's potential, and improving communities. Local chapters across the US offer leadership training, community projects, and professional networking. Visit ajli.org to find your local Junior League chapter, learn about membership, and discover community programs open to all women.
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Soroptimist International is a global volunteer service organization of business and professional women dedicated to improving lives of women and girls through education and empowerment programs. Their Live Your Dream Awards provide education grants to women supporting their families. Visit soroptimist.org to find a local club, learn about grant applications, and discover volunteer opportunities.
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Zonta International is a global service organization of professional women advancing the status of women through advocacy, service programs, and scholarships. Local Zonta clubs provide Young Women in Public Affairs Awards, scholarships for women in engineering and science, and community projects benefiting women. Visit zonta.org to find your local club and learn about available scholarships and programs.
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