ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC. 5656 South Stoney Island Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60637 PHONE: (312) 684-1282 AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN (AAUW) 1111 16th Street, N.W. Washington D.C. 20036 PHONE: (202) 785-7700 FAX: (202) 872-1425 CONTACT: Anne L. Bryant, Ed.D. Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: AAUW is a national organization of 135,000 college graduates focusing on advocacy for equity and education for women and girls. Membership Organization. 135,000 Members. 1800 Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Education Civil Rights Employment Reproductive Rights ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Yes, both free and some available for purchase. AMERICAN JEWISH CONFERENCE COMMISSION ON WOMEN'S EQUALITY 2027 Massachusetts Avenue Washington, D.C. 20036 PHONE: (202) 332-4001 AMERICAN MEDICAL WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION (AMVVA) 801 North Fairfax Street Alexandira, VA 22314 PHONE: (703) 838-0500 FAX: (703) 549-3864 CONTACT: Eileen McGrath Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: AMWA is an association of women physicians and medical students founded in 1915 to support women physicians and promote women's health. Membership Organization. 11,000 Members. 180 Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Yes AMERICAN NURSES ASSOCIATION (ANA) 600 Maryland Ave. SW, Suite 100 West Washington D.C. 20024 PHONE: (202) 554-4444 FAX: (202) 554-2262 CONTACT: Chris deVries Associate Director Governmental Affairs DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The American Nurses Association is the full-service professional organization and union representing the nation's two million registered nurses through its 53 constituent associations. ANA advances the nursing professional by fostering high standards of nursing practice, promoting the economic and general welfare of nurses in the workplace, projecting a positive and realistic view of nursing, and by working with the United States Congress and regulatory agencies on issues affecting nurses and the public. Membership Organization. 200,000 Members. 53 State Associations. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Budget Civil Rights Employment Retirement Equity Women in Politics Nursing Profession ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Yes, both free and available for purchase AMERICAN WOMEN IN RADIO AND TELEVISION 1101 Connecticut Avenue, N.W. Suite 100 Washington D.C. 20036 PHONE: (202) 429-5102 FAX: (202) 223-4579 CONTACT: Donna F. Cantor Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Membership Organization. 2,400 Members. 50 Chapter and/or State Affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Employment ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Yes, materials available for free. ASSOCIATION FOR WOMEN IN SCIENCE 1522 K Street, N.W. Suite 820 Washington D.C. 20005 PHONE: (202) 408-0742 ASSOCIATION OF JUNIOR LEAGUES 660 First Avenue New York, N.Y. 10016-3241 PHONE: (212) 683-1515 FAX: (212) 481-7196 CONTACT: Mary Babson President DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The Association of Junior Leagues is a volunteer organization of women committed to improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. 277 Chapter and/or State Affiliates. BLACK WOMEN'S AGENDA 208 Auburn Avenue, N.E. Washington Office Atlanta, GA 30303 1330 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W. Washington D.C. PHONE: (404) 524-8279 FAX: (404) 524-0778 CONTACT: Ruth A. Sykes National Vice President, Washington Office DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The Black Women's Agenda is an organization which exists to protect and advance the needs and rights of Black women in a constantly changing society, exclusively through research, dissemination of information, advocacy, education, and training. Not a Membership organization. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Civil Rights Women in Politics B'NAI B'RITH WOMEN (BBW) 1828 L Street, N.W. Washington D.C. 20036 PHONE: (202) 857-1370 FAX: (202) 857-1380 CONTACT: Aileen Cooper Director of Programs and Public Affairs DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: BBW supports Jewish Women in their families, in their communities and in society. Its goals and objectives are to advance the effectiveness of women in improving the quality of life, to advance the emotional well-being of children and youth and to advance Jewish life and values. Membership Organization. 100,000 Members. 500 Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Yes BUSINESS AND PROGRESSIONAL WOMEN\USA (BPW\USA) 2012 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W. Washington D.C. 20036 PHONE: (202) 293-1100 FAX: (202) 861-0298 CONTACT: Danielle D. Tinman Director of Government Relations and Public Affairs DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The National Federation of Business and Professional Women (BPW/USA) is the bi-partisan voice of working women. BPW/USA promotes full participation, equity, and economic self-sufficiency for women. The organization monitors federal legislation that affects working women and educates its members on how to become involved in public policy development -- at the local, state, and federal levels, as well as in their own workplace. BPW's Foundation collects, conducts and analyzes research in issues affecting women in the workplace, and provides financial assistance for women to further their education. Membership organization. 100,000 Members. 3,000 Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Employment (glass ceiling, sexual harassment, pay equity, family and medical leave) Retirement equity ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available free CATHOLICS FOR A FREE CHOICE 1436 U Street, N.W. Suite 301 Washington D.C. 20009 PHONE: (202) 986-6093 FAX: (202) 332-7995 CONTACT: Frances Kissling President DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Established in 1973, Catholics For A Free Choice (CFFC) is an international educational organization that supports the right to legal reproductive health care, especially to family planning and abortions. CFFC also works to reduce the incidence of abortion and to increase women's choices in childbearing and child-rearing through advocacy of social and economic programs for women, families and children. Membership Organization. Mailing list of 10,000. State contacts in 28 states as well as Guam and Puerto Rico. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Women In Politics Reproductive Rights ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for free and for purchase. CENTER FOR ADVANCEMENT OF PUBLIC POLICY 1735 S Street N.W. Washington D.C. 20009 PHONE: (202) 797-0606 FAX: (202) 797-0606 CONTACT: Martha Burke President DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The Center for Advancement of Public Policy is a non-profit, 501(C)(3) organization dedicated to equity and accountability. Specific projects include corporate accountability, women's workplace rights, and women's political empowerment. Not a membership organization. No Chapters and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Civil Rights Employment Women in Politics Corporate Abuse, Corporate Treatment of Women ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Material available for purchase. CENTER FOR POLICY ALTERNATIVES 1875 Connecticut Avenue, N.W. Suite 710 Washington D.C. 20009 PHONE: (202) 387-6030 FAX: (202) 986-2539 CONTACT: Linda Tarr-Whelan Donna Talbert President/Executive Director Program Manager DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The Center for Policy Alternatives is a 16-year old progressive, nonpartisan, nonprofit public policy center. Our program components include research and analysis, policy models, advisory boards, publications, technical and strategic assistance, direct field work, and extensive nationwide networks of state policy makers and advocates. Our four program areas are: Women's Economic Justice, Governance; Public Capital; and Environmental Sustainable Development. Not a membership organization. No Chapters and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Employment Housing Reproductive Choices Child Care Financing Peace/Disarmament Women and the Economy Family and Medical Leave ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for free and for purchase. ** THE WOMEN'S VOICES PROJECT ** The Women's Voices Project (working title) is a joint project of the Center for Policy Alternatives and the MS. Foundation with the goal of talking to women and hearing their concerns regarding their work and the impact of the economy on their lives and the lives of their families. The project held 5 focus groups in March 1992 and will conduct a national survey in April. Special attention is being paid to the concerns of women of color and working class women. In June, there will be national and state press briefing and round- tables with women leaders to discuss the policy implications. For further information contact Donna Talbert at the number above. CENTER FOR WOMEN POLICY STUDIES 2000 P Street, N.W. Suite 508 Washington, D.C. 20036 PHONE: (202) 872-1770 FAX: (202) 296-8962 CONTACT: Leslie R. Wolfe Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The Center for Women Policy Studies is an independent policy research and advocacy institution, founded in 1972 to address complex, cutting edge women's issues. Its focus is on combined race-plus-sex bias, the self-defined needs of women of color. The Center conducts policy research analysis and advocacy programs on a range of issues. Not a Membership organization. No Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Education Employment (work and family) Poverty HIV/AIDs and women Work and Family issues defined by women of color Violence Against Women ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for purchase. CHURCH WOMEN UNITED 100 Maryland Avenue, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20002 PHONE: (202) 544-8747 FAX: (202) 543-1297 CONTACT: Sally Timmel Legislative Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: A movement of over one-half million women in 1700 local units by 25 religious denominations. Membership Organization. 500,000 Members. 1700 Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Budget Employment Poverty Education Civil Rights Housing Peace Disarmament Retirement Equity Women in Politics ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for purchase. CLEARINGHOUSE ON WOMEN'S ISSUES 3001 Veazey Terrace, N.W. Suite 216 Washington, D.C. 20008 PHONE: (202) 363-9795 COALITION OF LABOR UNION WOMEN (CLUW) 15 Union Square New York, N.Y. 10003 PHONE: (212) 242-0700 FAX: (212) 255-7230 CONTACT: Joyce Miller Chrystl Bridgeforth President Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: A national organization of trade unionists, women and men representing more than sixty unions dedicated to furthering the role of women in the labor movement and the world of work. With more than 75 chapters nationwide. Works for quality child care for working parents, pay equity, combating sexual harassment as well as increasing women's participation in their unions in the legislative and political arena and promotes affirmative action. A membership newsletter is published bi-monthly. Membership organization. 75 Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Civil Rights Women In Unions Employment ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for free and for purchase. DELTA RESEARCH AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION 1707 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W. Washington D.C. 20009 PHONE: (202) 986-2400 FAX: (202) 986-2513 CONTACT: Louise E. Taylor Director Not a membership organization. No Chapter and/or state affiliates. Affiliated with: DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY 1707 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W. Washington D.C. 20009 ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Civil Rights FEDERALLY EMPLOYED WOMEN (FEW) 1400 Eye Street, N.W. Suite 425 Washington, D.C. 20005 PHONE: (202) 898-0994 FAX: (202) 898-0998 CONTACT: Lynn Eppard Legislative Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: FEW is a non-profit, non-partisan, membership organization representing the over one million women employed by the Federal government throughout the world. Founded in 1968, FEW has actively worked to eliminate sex discrimination and enhance career potential for civilian and military women working in the Federal sector. On the national, state, and local levels, FEW actively lobbies on issues of interest to Federally employed women. Membership Organization. 330 State and/or Affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Education Civil Rights Employment Sexual Harassment Federal Employee Issues Retirement Equity ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials are available free and for purchase THE FEMINIST INSTITUTE P. O. Box 30563 Bethesda, MD 20824 PHONE: (301) 951-9040 FUND FOR THE FEMINIST MAJORITY 1600 Wilson Blvd. Suite 704 Arlington, VA 22209 PHONE: (703) 522-2214 FAX: (703) 522-2219 CONTACT: Eleanor Smeal President DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Devises research and activist strategies to employer women and to transform the pervasive social, political and economic obstacles women face. Not a Membership organization. No Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Civil Rights Women in Politics ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available free and for purchase GENERAL FEDERATION OF WOMEN'S CLUBS (GFWC) 1734 N Street, N.W. Washington D.C. 20036 PHONE: (202) 347-3168 FAX: (202) 835-0246 CONTACT: Judith Walter Maggrett Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Carol Ruppel Legislative Director GFWC is the world's largest and oldest nonpartisan, non-denominational women's volunteer service organization. Founded in 1890 and chartered by Congress in 1901, GFWC has 350,000 members in 8,500 clubs in the United States and approximately 10 million worldwide in 30 countries. GFWC clubs are credited with establishing 75 percent of the national public libraries. Clubs undertake volunteer community service projects in the areas of the arts, conservation, education, home life (i.e., women's health and finances), public affairs, and international affairs. The GFWC Women's History and Resource Center established in 1984 provides students, scholars and the public access to a special collection devoted to women's history with an emphasis on volunteerism. Membership Organization. 350,000 Members in the United States; 10 million Members worldwide. 52 State Federations including D.C. and Puerto Rico. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Education Literacy Women's History Volunteers Energy/Waste Management ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials free and available for purchase. GIRLS INCORPORATED National Headquarters Washington Office 30 E 33rd Street 3101 New Mexico Ave. NW #241 New York, N.Y. 10016 Washington D.C. 20016 PHONE: (212) 689-3706 (202) 775-8191 FAX: (212) 683-1253 (202) 785-0879 CONTACT: Mildred Kiefer Wurf Washington Representative DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Girls, Incorporated is a national direct service and advocacy organization for school-age girls. Membership Organization. 125 Affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Education Employment Special needs of girls: Operation Science Math and Relevant Technology preventive adolescent pregnancy substance abuse prevention ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Material available free and for purchase. HISPANIC WOMEN'S COUNCIL 5803 E. Beverly Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90022 PHONE: (213) 725-1657 INET FOR WOMEN P.O. Box 6178 McLean, VA 22106 PHONE: (703) 893-8541 LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS 1730 M Street, N.W. Washington D.C. 20036 PHONE: (202) 429-1965 FAX: (202) 429-0854 CONTACT: Susan S. Lederman President DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Membership organization. 97,000 Members. 1,100 Chapter and State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Budget Civil Rights Poverty Campaign Finance Reform Voting Rights Environment Registration Reform ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Yes, free and for purchase. THE LINKS, INCORPORATED 1200 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W. Washington D.C. 20005 PHONE: (202) 842-8686 FAX: (202) 842-4020 CONTACT: Mary P. Douglass Chief Administrative Officer DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The Links, Incorporated is a women's service organization which was established in 1946. It is a program oriented organization concentrating on four major program facets: The Arts, International Trends and Services, National Trends and Services, and Services To Youth. Membership Organization. 8,000 + Members. 241 Chapters across the nation, Hawaii, Frankfurt, Germany, and Nassau, Bahamas. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Education ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: No materials available. MEXICAN AMERICAN WOMEN'S NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (MANA) 1101 17th Street, N.W. Suite 803 Washington, D.C. 20036-4704 PHONE: (202) 833-0060 FAX: (202) 833-0086 CONTACT: Judy Canales President DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: MANA was founded in 1974 to promote the social, educational and economic advancement of Hispanic Women. It is the largest volunteer membership organization for Hispanic women. MANA serves as a voice and resource for Hispanic women and supports legislation initiatives key to promoting equality for all women. Membership organization. 2000 members. 13 Chapter and/or affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Education Employment ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Yes NA'AMAT/USA 5432 Connecticut Avenue, N.W. Washington D.C. 20015 PHONE: (202) 362-0923 NATIONAL ABORTION FEDERATION 1436 U Street, NW Suite 103 Washington D.C. 20009 PHONE: (202) 667-5881 FAX: (202) 667-5890 CONTACT: Patricia Anderson Membership Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: A membership organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the quality and accessibility of abortion services. Membership Organization. 300 Members. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health (Reproductive Health, Abortion) Education ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Material is available free and for purchase. NATIONAL ABORTION RIGHTS ACTION LEAGUE 1101 14th St. N.W. 5th Floor Washington D.C. 20005 PHONE: (202) 408-4698 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR FEMALE EXECUTIVES 127 West 24th Street New York, N.Y. 10011 or c/o J. Symons 927 15th Street, N.W. Washington D.C. 20005 PHONE: (202) 289-8538 FAX: (202) 289-3743 CONTACT: Joanne Symons Washington Representative DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The nation's largest professional women's organization dedicated to advancing women's career through education, networking, and public policy. Membership organization. 250,000 Members. 400 Local Networks. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Employment (Women in the workplace) ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: No NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR GIRLS AND WOMEN IN SPORT (NAGWS) 1900 Association Drive Reston, VA 22091-1599 PHONE: (703) 476-3452 FAX: (703) 476-9527 CONTACT: Peggy Kellers Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The mission of NAGWS is to serve as the primary organization for professional development and promotion of girls and women as sport leaders and to advocate programs of sport and physical activity for all females. The four main goals include: developing and promoting women for sport leadership; advocating women's full participation in sports and physical activity positions; initiating and enhancing quality programs for all females; and generating awareness about the profession. Membership organization. 9000 members in 53 Chapter and/or state affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Girls and women's athletics ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Material available for purchase NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COMMISSION'S FOR WOMEN c/o District of Columbia Commission For Women Room N-354 Reeve Center 2000 14th Street, N.W. Washington D.C. 20009 PHONE: (202) 628-5030 FAX: (202) 939-8763 CONTACT: Claire Bigelow Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The National Association of Commission's for Women (NACW) is a membership organization composed of regional, state, county and local commissions created by government to improve the status of women. The NACW was founded in 1970 to give a national voice to commissions for women. Membership Organization. 3,000 Commission members. 240 State, county and local commissions. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Commissions for Women ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Material available for free. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF NEGRO BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WOMEN'S CLUBS, INC. 1806 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W. Washington D.C. 20009 PHONE: (202) 483-4206 FAX: (202) 462-7253 CONTACT: Catherine Sykes President DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: An association addressing the injustice in education; equal rights, poverty, and economic development. Membership organization. 1000 Members. 350 Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Education Housing Women in Politics ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for purchase NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS 1001 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Suite 435 N Washington D.C. 20004 NATIONAL BLACK WOMEN'S HEALTH PROJECT 1615 M Street, N.W. Suite 230 Washington D.C. 20036 PHONE: (202) 835-0117 FAX: (202) 833-8790 CONTACT: Julia R. Scott Director, D.C. Office, Public Education and Policy DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The National Black Women's Health Project is a self-help and health advocacy organization that is committed to improving the overall health status of Black women. The core program of the Project is based on the concept and practice of self help and the inclusion of all African American women, with a special focus on Black women living on low incomes. Membership Organization. 2,000+ Members. 150 Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available both free and for purchase NATIONAL COMMITTEE ON PAY EQUITY (NCPE) 1126 16th Street, N.W. Suite 411 Washington D.C. 20036 PHONE: (202) 331-7343 FAX: (202) 331-7406 CONTACT: Kelly Jenkins Program Coordinator DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: NCPE is a national coalition working to provide technical and other assistance on pay equity while also working to eliminate way discrimination based on sex and race. Membership Organization. No Chapter or State affiliates. Labor, women, and civil rights organizations are primary coalition members. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Employment (pay equity) ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available both free and for purchase NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF PUERTO RICAN WOMEN 812 W. 181st Street Suite 63 New York, N.Y. 10033 PHONE: (516) 679-9406 NATIONAL CONGRESS OF NEIGHBORHOOD WOMEN 249 Manhattan Avenue Brooklyn, N.Y. 11211 PHONE: FAX: CONTACT: Jan Peterson Maria Rivera Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: International network of grassroots women engaged in community development organizing. Membership organization. Chapter and/or state affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Civil Rights Employment Models for coalition building Poverty Housing women in community development ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Yes. NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN 1101 15th Street, N.W. (Headquarters) Washington D.C. 20005 53 West 23rd Street New York, N.Y. 10010 PHONE: (202) 296-2588 FAX: (202) 452-0564 CONTACT: Sammie Moshenberg Director, Washington Operations DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Membership organization. 100,000 Members. 200 State and/or Chapter affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Civil Rights Work/Family Issues Child Care Volunteerism ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for purchase NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NEGRO WOMEN 1211 Connecticut Avenue, N.W. Suite 702 Washington D.C. 20036 PHONE: (202) 659-0006 NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN OF THE U.S. 777 United Nations Plaza 7th Floor New York, N.Y. 10017 PHONE: (212) 697-1278 (D.C.) (202) 363-2192 FAX: (212) 972-0164 CONTACT: Pamela Moffat Washington Representative DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Founded in 1888, the National Council of Women in the United States, a non-partisan, non-sectarian coalition of women's organizations and individual members, serves as a far-reaching network of those who are concerned with current issues . . . in the home, on the job, in the community, in the nation and the world. The National Council of Women, U.S. holds NGO (non-governmental organization) status at the United States. As a founding member of the International Council of Women, its outreach extends around the world through its 75 sisters Councils. Membership organization. 400 individual and 35 member organizations. No Chapter or state affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Racial and ethnic harmony ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Yes, material available for free. NATIONAL DISPLACED HOMEMAKERS NETWORK 1625 K Street, N.W. Suite 300 Washington D.C. 20006 PHONE: (202) 467-6346 FAX: (202) 467-5366 CONTACT: Jill Miller Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The National Displaced Homemakers Network is dedicated to empowering displaced homemakers of all racial and ethnic backgrounds and assisting them to achieve economic self-sufficiency. The Network affects public policy by working with lawmakers and business leaders to create and strengthen programs that help displaced homemakers achieve these goals. The National Network is committed to ongoing, comprehensive public education to build awareness of the needs of displaced homemakers. The National Network collects data, disseminates information, provides technical assistance and acts as a communications link to the more than 1,000 programs, agencies, and educational institutions that provide job training and other vital services to America's 15 million displaced homemakers. Membership organization. 2,000 Members. 10 Regional Networks; 5 State Affiliates ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Education Employment ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for purchase. NATIONAL HOOK-UP OF BLACK WOMEN, INC. 5117 South University Avenue Chicago, IL 60615 PHONE: (312) 643-5866 CONTACT: Dr. Wynetta A. Frazier National President DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Hook Up is a volunteer organization with no paid employees and is supported by our membership dues and chapter donations. We believe our work impacts upon our future. We provide a support base for all Black women who serve in political office and organizational leadership. We provide support both as volunteers and financial scholarships for those seeking self-improvement through educational and career goals. Membership organization. 400 members in 10 chapters. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Education Women in Politics ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Organization has material available for free. NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR WOMEN 1000 16th Street, N.W. Suite 700 Washington D.C. 20036 PHONE: (202) 331-0066 FAX: (202) 785-8576 CONTACT: Patricia Ireland President Ginny Montes National Secretary Alice Cohan Political Director NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR WOMEN LEGAL DEFENSE AND EDUCATION FUND (NOW LEGAL DEFENSE AND EDUCATION FUND) 99 Hudson Street Suite 1201 New York, N.Y. 10013 PHONE: (212) 925-6635 FAX: (212) 226-1066 CONTACT: Helen R. Neuborne Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The NOW Legal Defense and Education Fund is a national non-profit women's rights advocacy organization based in New York. NOW Legal Defense and Education Funds is a free-standing organization, with our own board of directors and by-laws. We are a sister organization to the National Organization For Women. Our mission is to achieve equality for women in the workplace in courts and in schools We do litigation, legislative work and public education. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health (Reproductive rights) Education Civil Rights Employment Poverty Sexual Harassment Discrimination Violence Against Women ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Material available for purchase. Legal kits and fact sheets are available on the above issues for purchase. NATIONAL POLITICAL CONGRESS OF BLACK WOMEN 48 Crestwood Lane Williamsville, NY 14221 NATIONAL WOMEN'S CONFERENCE CENTER 1909 l9TH Street, N.W. Suite 304 Washington D.C. 20009 NATIONAL WOMEN'S CONFERENCE COMMITTEE (NWCC) c/o University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI 54701 PHONE: (715) 836-5717 FAX: (715) 836-2380 CONTACT: Sarah Harder Co-Chair DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Appointed in 1978 under Public Law 94-167, the National Women's Conference Committee was charged to: create a national network of networks to implement the National Plan of Action for Women; monitor and support all issues in that plan; and participate in international aspects of the UN Decade For Women. With affiliated networks in 34 state capitals, the NWCC works with the Council of Presidents to implement the Women's Agenda. Constituency Caucuses and Issues Task Forces connect major national groups, diverse grassroots activists, and international networks leading to the 1995 Fourth World Conference for women. Membership organization. 500 Members plus state network members. 34 Chapters and/or State affiliations. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Education Budget Civil Rights Employment Poverty Peace/Disarmament Women in Politics State Women's Networks Multi-issue Coalitions ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available free and for purchase NATIONAL WOMEN'S HALL OF FAME Washington Office 406 Slyhill Road Alexandria, VA 22314 PHONE: (703) 370-3334 FAX: (703) 370-6762 CONTACT: Susan Lowell Butler Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The National Women's Hall of Fame, a national membership organization, honors and celebrates the achievements of extraordinary American women. The Hall was founded in 1968 in Seneca Falls, New York, where in 1848 the first Women's Rights Convention was held. Annually, the Hall inducts distinguished women, and those honored (47 women as of 1991) are celebrated in the Hall of permanent exhibit and other programs. The Hall is supported by members, corporations and foundations committed to supporting American women an honoring their history. Membership organization. 3,000 Members. No Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: The National Women's Hall of Fame as a great deal of information on the accomplishments of women in many of these areas as well as an extensive library. We are glad to assist sister organizations as a resource. NATIONAL WOMEN'S HEALTH NETWORK 1325 G. Street, N.W. Lower Level B Washington D.C. 20005 PHONE: (202) 347-1140 CONTACT: Beverly Baker Executive Director NATIONAL WOMEN'S LAW CENTER 1616 P Street, N.W. Washington D.C. 20036 PHONE: (202) 328-5160 FAX: (202) 328-5137 CONTACT: Betsy Hidebrandt Communications Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The National Women's Law Center is a non-profit tax-exempt organization dedicated to the advancement of women through law. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Education Civil Rights Reproductive Rights Employment Tax Poverty Women in the Military Child Care Women in Prison ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available free and for purchase. NATIONAL WOMAN'S PARTY 144 Constitution Avenue, N.E. Washington D.C. 20002 PHONE: (202) 546-1210 FAX: (202) 543-2365 CONTACT: Dorothy Ferrell-Gevinson Sharon Griffith President Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The National Woman's Party was founded in 1913 by suffragist Alice Paul who wrote the Equal Rights Amendment in 1923. The Primary legislative goals are passage and ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment. The National Woman's Party also serves as a clearinghouse on the history of suffrage and supports other women's issues. Membership organization. 4 Chapter and/or State affiliates with thousands of members. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Civil Rights Equal Rights Amendment ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials are available for free. NATIONAL WOMEN'S POLITICAL CAUCUS 1275 K Street, N.W. Suite 750 Washington D.C. 20005 PHONE: (202) 898-1100 FAX: (202) 898-0458 CONTACT: Harriett Woods President DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The National Women's Political Caucus (NWPC) is a grassroots, bi-partisan organization dedicated to identifying, recruiting, training and supporting women as viable political candidates at the local, state and national level. Membership organization. 20,000 Members. 250-300 Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Women in Politics ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for purchase NATIONAL WOMEN'S STUDIES ASSOCIATION University of Maryland College Park, MD 20742-1325 PHONE: (301) 405-5573 CONTACT: Loretta Younger Office Manager DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The National Women's Studies Association actively supports and promotes feminist education and feminist educators at every educational level and in every education setting, through conferences, publications, and a variety of member services. Membership organization. 3,500 Members. No Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Education Civil Rights ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available free and for purchase NETWORK: A CATHOLIC JUSTICE LOBBY 806 Rhode Island Avenue, N.E. Washington D.C. 20018 PHONE: (202) 526-4070 9 TO 5: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WORKING WOMEN 614 Superior N.W., Suite 852 Cleveland, OH 44113 PHONE: (216) 566-9308 FAX: (216) 566-0192 CONTACT: Barbara Otto Program Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: 9 to 5 is a national advocacy and research organization which empowers women to seek equity on the job and change policies. Membership organization. 15,000 Members. 20 Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Civil Rights Employment ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available free and for purchase OLDER WOMEN'S LEAGUE 666 Eleventh Street, N.W. Suite 700 Washington D.C. 20001 PHONE: (202) 783-6686 (202) 638-2356 CONTACT: Joan Kuriansky Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The Older Women's League (OWL) is a national advocacy membership organization committed to securing social and economic equity for mid-life and older women with special emphasis on health care, retirement income, employment, housing, and staying in control of one's life. OWL provides reports, undertakes studies, and advocates for policy reform at a state and national level. Membership organization. 20,000 Members. 120 Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Employment Poverty Housing Retirement Equity ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available free and for purchase ORGANIZATION OF CHINESE AMERICAN WOMEN 1300 N Street, N.W. Suite 100 Washington D.C. 20005 PHONE: (202) 328-3185 ORGANIZATION OF PAN ASIAN AMERICAN WOMEN P.O. Box 39128 Washington D.C. 20016 PHONE: (202) 659-9370 CONTACT: Nguyen Minh Chau ("Chau") President c/o Suite 555 1220 L Street, N.W. Washington D.C. 20005 (202) 682-9100 DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The Organization of Pan Asian American Women is a national public policy organization founded in 1976 to ensure full participation of Asian and Pacific American women in all aspects of American society, especially in those areas where Asian and Pacific women have been excluded or under-represented. Efforts focused on refugee and immigrant women, limited English proficiency students. and workforce issue -- at the national, state, and local levels. Membership organization. 100 Members including coalitions. No Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Education Civil Rights Employment Poverty Housing Women in Politics ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for purchase. PLANNED PARENTHOOD FEDERATION OF AMERICA 810 Seventh Avenue 2010 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W. New York, N.Y. 10019 Washington D.C. 20036 PHONE: (212) 541-7800 (202) 785-3351 FAX: (202) 293-4349 CONTACT: David Andrews Jo Blum President (Washington) (New York) DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Planned Parenthood is the nation's oldest and largest provider of reproductive health services and advocacy. Not a membership organization. 170 Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for purchase RELIGIOUS COALITION FOR ABORTION RIGHTS 100 Maryland Avenue, N.E. Suite 307 Washington D.C. 20002 PHONE: (202) 543-7032 FAX: (202) 543-7028 CONTACT: Melinda Selden Director, Finance and Administration DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The Religious Coalition for Abortion Rights is a national, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization of thirty-five Protestant, Jewish, and other faith groups committed to the preservation of religious liberty with regard to reproductive freedom. Based on faith and moral conviction, and in the light of constitutional guarantees of privacy and religious freedom, RCAR seeks to encourage and coordinate support for safeguarding the legal option of abortion through its legislative, communications, state affiliate and women of color programs. Membership Organization. Over 60,000 Members, Donors, and Supporters. 26 Chapter and/or State Affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Issues concerning reproductive choices and religious diversity; women of color communities' needs. ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Material available for free and for purchase. RELIGIOUS NETWORK FOR EQUALITY FOR WOMEN 475 Riverside Drive New York, N.Y. 10115 PHONE: (212) 870-2995 SIGMA GAMMA RHO Sorority, INC. 880 S. Stony Island Avenue Chicago, IL 60617 PHONE: (312) 873-9000 FAX: (312) 731-9642 CONTACT: Bonita Herring Executive Secretary DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Sigma Gamma Rho is a nonprofit, collegiate sorority dedicated to the encouragement and promotion of high scholastic attainment, community service, and improvement of the quality of our lives and the society in which we live. Membership organization. 71,000 Members. 415 Chapter and/or state affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Fraternal Organizations Nonprofit community service organizations ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials are available SOCIETY FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF WOMEN'S HEALTH RESEARCH c/o Bass and Howes 1201 Connecticut Avenue, N.W. #801 or 10500 Rockville Pike #1226 Washington D.C. 20009 Rockville, MD 20852 PHONE: (202) 328-2200 FAX: (202) 667-0462 CONTACT: Joanne Howes Marie Bass Dr. Florence Haseltine, PhD, MD President SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF THE AMERICAS 1616 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 PHONE: (215) 732-0512 FAX: (215) 732-7508 CONTACT: Leigh Wintz Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Soroptimist International of the Americas is part of Soroptimist International - the world's largest classified service organization for executive and professional women. Membership Organization. 50,000 Members. 1500 Chapters in 21 countries (942 in the United States) ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Education Employment ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: No materials available WASHINGTON WOMEN'S TELEVISION NETWORK 3104 18th Street, N.W. Washington D.C. 20010 WIDER OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN (WOW) 1325 G Street, N.W. Washington D.C. 20005 PHONE: (202) 638-3143 FAX: (202) 638-4885 CONTACT: Cynthia Marano President and CEO DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: WOW is a national women's employment organization which works to achieve economic independence and equality of opportunity for women and girls through jobs, education and training, changing workplace and public policies. Network Organization. 500 programs in 50 states serving 300,000 women each year. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Education Employment Poverty ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for purchase THE WOMAN ACTIVIST 2310 Barbour Road Falls Church, VA 22043 PHONE: (703) 573-8716 CONTACT: Flora Crater President DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The Woman Activist Fund publishes The Almanac of Virginia Politics dedicated to women to inform so that they will act. The Woman Activist publishes The Woman Activist an action bulletin for women's rights. The Woman Activist has been publishing since 1971 when it began a memo from "Crater's Raiders" working for the passage of the Equal Rights Amendment on November 22, 1972. Not a Membership organization. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Women in Politics ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for purchase WOMEN AND HOUSING TASK FORCE C/O McAuley Institute 8300 Colesville Road Suite 310 Silver Spring, MD 20910 PHONE: (301) 588-8110 WOMEN FOR MEANINGFUL SUMMITS 624 9th Street, N.W. 6th Floor Washington D.C. 20001 PHONE: (202) 393-1009 CONTACT: Sarah Harder Linda Weber President Chair DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Women For Meaningful Summits is a network of women's organizations and individuals committed to reversing the arms race on earth and in space, and to creating a more just and peaceful world. 50 Members of the National Board. Not a Membership organization. 1 affiliate organization in Indiana. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Peace/disarmament Women in Politics ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Material available for free WOMEN FOR RACIAL AND ECONOMIC EQUALITY 198 Broadway Suite 606 New York, N.Y. 10038 PHONE: (212) 385-1103 WOMEN IN COMMUNICATIONS, INC. 2101 Wilson Blvd. Suite 417 Arlington, VA 22201 PHONE: (703) 528-4200 FAX: (703) 528-4205 CONTACT: Conda Blackmon Director of Public Affairs and Development DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Women in Communications, Inc., one of the nation's oldest and largest communications organizations, has more than 12,000 members active in print and broadcast journalism, public relations, marketing, business and association communications, advertising, magazine and book publishing, communications education and law, photojournalism, film, and design. Membership Organization. 12,000+ Members. 83 Professional Chapters; 104 Student Chapters ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Civil Rights Communications (Women) ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for purchase WOMEN'S ACTION ALLIANCE, INC. 370 Lexington Avenue Suite 603 New York, N.Y. 10017 PHONE: (212) 532-8330 WOMEN'S ACTION FOR NEW DIRECTIONS (WAND) 691 Massachusetts Avenue Arlington, MA 02174 PHONE: (617) 643-6740 FAX: (617) 643-6744 CONTACT: Marjorie Smith Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: With its sister organization, WAND Education Fund, WAND works to empower women to act politically to reduce violence and militarism and redirect military savings toward human and environment needs. We work closely with our grassroots members, produce and develop materials, and operate a Washington Office staffed by two women lobbyists. WAND PAC raises money for and provides technical assistance to women Congressional candidates. The Women Legislator's Lobby, a project of WAND, is a national organization of women elected officials who lobby Congress to redirect federal budget priorities. Membership Organization. 10,000 Members. 40 Chapter and/or State affiliates. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Budget Peace/disarmament Women in Politics ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for purchase including the WAND "Bad Guys" list which identifies the worst members of Congress on women's, children's, peace, and environmental issues. WAND ACTION legislative alerts and WAND BULLETIN are also available as well as a Candidate Briefing Book on Arms Control and National Security Issues. WOMEN'S AGENDA FOR THE '90's 3133 Constitution Avenue, N.W. Suite 427 Washington D.C. 20008 PHONE: (202) 332-5494 FAX: (202) 232-4612 CONTACT: Kristina Kiehl Robin Wright DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The Women's Agenda for the 1990's will publish a newsletter approximately every six weeks to include information on political candidacies, coalition efforts, ballot initiatives, non-profit activities, research and polling projects, legislation, meetings, and conferences. Not a Membership organization. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Pro-choice women and men running for office, specific women's projects around the country. ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Material is available for purchase. WOMEN'S INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE FOR PEACE AND FREEDOM (WILPF) 1213 Race Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 PHONE: (215) 563-7110 FAX: (215) 864-2022 CONTACT: Mary Zepernick US Section President DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: WILPF is a 77 year old international women's peace and justice organization, multi-issue, with sections in over 30 countries, 120 branches of which are in the United States, and with consultative status with the United Nations. WILPFs activity is primarily grass-roots based, looking at the roots of violence in economic exploitation, racism, sexism, classism, homophobia, and other forms of oppression. Membership Organization. 15,000 Members in the U.S. Section. 120 Chapters. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Budget Civil Rights Peace/disarmament ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for free and for purchase including the 4th Edition of The Women's Budget by Jane Midgley WOMEN'S INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC HEALTH NETWORK 7100 Oak Forest Lane Bethesda, MD 20817 PHONE: (301) 469-9210 FAX: (301) 469-8423 CONTACT: Dr. Naomi Baumslag President DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The Women's International Public Health Network (WIPHN) is a non-profit organization for women in public health and related areas to improve women's health, nutrition and status worldwide. WIPHN provides panels, lectures, supports a Save A Mom Campaign and produces a newsletter to exchange information, make known resources and support and network. Membership organization. 2000+ members 4 Chapter and/or State affiliations. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Limited materials available for free and for purchase. WOMEN'S LEGAL DEFENSE FUND 1875 Connecticut Avenue, N.W. Suite 710 Washington D.C. 20009 PHONE: (202) 887-0364 FAX: (202) 861-0691 CONTACT: Judy Licthman President YWCA-USA 726 Broadway New York, N.Y. 10003 Washington Office 624 9th Street, N.W. Washington D.C. 20001 PHONE: (202) 628-3636 FAX: (202) 783-7123 CONTACT: Beverly W. Stripling Director of Public Policy DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: The Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) is a woman's membership movement of over 400 associations in 4,000 locations in all 50 states serving over 2 million girls, women, and their families. The YWCA mission is to empower girls and women through the elimination of racism and sexism. Membership Organization. 2 million Members. 400 Chapter and/or State affiliations. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Health Education Budget Civil Rights Employment Poverty Housing Reproductive Choice Peace/Disarmament Women in Politics ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: Materials available for free. ZETA PHI BETA Sorority 1734 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W. Washington D.C. 20036 PHONE: (202) 387-3103 FAX: (202) 232-4593 CONTACT: Linda Thompson Executive Director DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated is a private, non-profit organization whose purpose is to foster the ideals of service, charity, scholarship, civic and cultural endeavors, sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood. Membership organization. 75,000 Members. 560 Chapters and/or State affiliations. ORGANIZATION SERVES AS A RESOURCE ON THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: Education ORGANIZATION HAS MATERIAL AVAILABLE ON RESOURCE ISSUES: No materials available. - Bob Summersgill | Xq28 -- Thanks Mom! XE605C @ GWUVM.GWU.EDU |