In 2024, we released The Color of Infertility, which covers fertility challenges faced by people of color. We recently published Birth Justice Now, reflecting on 4 years of funding, partnership, and learning. To close out #BIAW2026, learn how we're resourcing solutions: forwomen.org/resources/bi...

Reflecting on Rebecca Cokley's words at our Women of Vision Awards & sharing news from @fordfoundation.org: Rebecca was named Director of Ford's U.S. Disability Rights Program! We look forward to Rebecca continuing to amplify voices & build power for people with disabilities. #DisabilityPrideMonth

Starting #BIAW2026 with words from Jade S. Sasser, PhD & co-author of The Color Of Infertility. The textbook definition of infertility is exclusionary. This affects medical access, ultimately infringing on people's right to create a family on their terms. Read more: forwomen.org/resources/th...

On #InternationalSelfCareDay, a reminder from Audre Lorde and The Nap Ministry: Rest is radical. Rest is resistance! 😴✨

#BlackWomensEqualPayDay recognizes how Black women are underpaid and undervalued—Black women must work nearly 7 more months than their white, male counterparts to earn the same wage. Do your part: support women's equal pay and safe workplaces, and support Black women-owned businesses.

Feminist organizer Carol Hanisch championed collective power through collective action in her 1969 essay “The Personal is Political.” 50+ years later, this idea is still so relevant. Ms. Foundation continues to fight for personal issues alongside our grantee partners to build our collective power.

In 2022, our Birth Justice Initiative set out to expand the multifaceted birth justice movement. Our newest report, Birth Justice Now, dives into 4 years of funding, partnership, and learning. On our blog, read key takeaways for funders to best support birth justice: forwomen.org/blog/what-fo...

"Release the lie that we have to live this way." 👏 Sexual violence is a problem that can be solved. It starts with trusting survivors. @metoomvmt.bsky.social's Tarana Burke continues to lead the fight to solve sexual- and gender-based violence, and we're so proud to be by her side in this work.

Birth justice means community self-determination, culturally rooted care, and safe, dignified pregnancies, births, and postpartum care for all. Our newest report, Birth Justice Now, reflects on four years of funding, partnership, and learning. Read the report: forwomen.org/resources/bi...

"To make progress, we must be clear about who we are, who we have been, and where we need to go to forge a new direction and fight for a better future for all." -Jocelyn Frye, @npwf.bsky.social We won't back down until our democracy works for all. Ms. Foundation is proud to stand in this fight.

This #DisabilityPrideMonth, we remember the words of Stacey Park Milbern. Stacey was a queer, disabled woman of color who fought for disability justice while existing at the intersection of several underserved identities. Her wisdom is timeless. ❤️

After 13 years, today is Teresa C. Younger's final day as President & CEO. On our blog, we're recapping favorite moments with Teresa, from meeting with movement leaders, to speaking outside the Supreme Court, to receiving bedazzled shoes from staff: forwomen.org/blog/teresa-younger-over-the-years

In her 20s, Yin first encountered our work while organizing. Since then, she has worked with us from a variety of perspectives: as an organizer, a philanthropist, and a board member. Read more about her journey: forwomen.org/blog/donor-profile-yin-ling-leung

Today is the anniversary of the #StonewallUprising, a defining moment of the LGBTQ+ rights movement. Led by queer communities of color, they knew firsthand that simply existing is often an act of resistance. #PrideMonth

The #DobbsDecision 4 years ago caused a seismic shift in reproductive healthcare access. For Flory Wilson, it was "a real pivot point" in her career: she established Reproductive & Maternal Health Compass, a grantee partner that helps employers improve reproductive and maternal healthcare benefits.

One last #AskTeresa to round out our President & CEO's 13-year tenure. ❤️ We'll continue to fight for justice and equity for generations to come, inspired by her leadership and unwavering support of justice and equity. Thank you, Teresa!

Jamarah Amani is a leader in the birth justice movement, authoring the Black Midwives Model of Care & Birth Justice Bill of Rights. She is a mother of 4, a community midwife, executive director of grantee partner Southern Birth Justice Network, and a 2024 Ms. Foundation Women of Vision honoree.

On the anniversary of the Supreme Court overturning #RoevWade, thinking back to @blairimani.bsky.social's words at our Women of Vision Awards. As our government tries to roll back human rights, we'll continue to fight for our collective power. Liberty & justice for all includes #reproductivejustice!

Marking 4 years since #Dobbs. Before & after Roe, limiting reproductive healthcare disproportionally harms those at the margins: POC, youth, those with lower income, and folks in rural areas. Our grantee partners are fighting for #reprojustice until everyone can access essential care like abortion.

President & CEO Teresa C. Younger shares her final message to grantee partners. ❤️🤝 At the end of June, Teresa is stepping down from her role after 13 years. She has supported and amplified hundreds of grantee partners and their leaders, helping to build women's collective power across the nation.

In our last fiscal year, we moved $7.5M+ to 194 organizations working on today’s most urgent issues: reproductive justice groups, LGBTQ+ advocates, and champions for women’s health, safety, & economic justice. All gifts are matched for a short time—donate: msfoundationforwomen.salsalabs.org/eofy0

Queer people have always existed, and always will. We'll keep fighting until safety, equality, and freedom are realities for all LGBTQ+ people. #PrideMonth 🖼 by jill_dehaan on IG

KRJC offers birthwork services, education, and support so members of the Black community can make informed and liberating decisions about their bodies, families, and lives. Learn more about their programs and what gives them hope for the future: forwomen.org/blog/grantee...

Marsha "Pay It No Mind" Johnson was one of the most prominent leaders of the LGBTQ+ movement of the 60s and 70s. Her timeless guidance rings true today — our fights are interconnected. ❤️🫂🤝

Happy #PrideMonth! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️💖 Throughout history, LGBTQ+ folks have led movements for collective power and progress. Join us all month long as we celebrate their contributions and unwavering commitment to gender and racial equity.

As #AANHPIHeritageMonth comes to a close, we're lifting up the powerful words of Hāwane Rios, who accepted a Woman of Vision Award on behalf of her mother, Pua Case.

Continuing #AANHPIHeritageMonth, guided by civil rights leader and trans activist Cecilia Chung. Progress comes with collective action — when we work together, we achieve more than any one person ever could alone.

Patti Russo is the inaugural recipient of the Teresa C. Younger Award! We were so thrilled to honor her at our recent gala with this new award, which recognizes leaders whose most enduring legacy is the leadership they cultivate in others — a core tenet of both Teresa and Patti's leadership.

We're thrilled to co-host Erased & Reclaimed, a virtual conversation on the 250-year-old system that was never designed to include us. Learn more & RSVP: https://womensfoundca.org/event/erased-reclaimed-anna-malaika-tubbs/

Our fight for progress is only possible with collective action. We're proud to support grantee partners fighting for a better future for all of us. 🖼 by celestialterrestrial on IG