Released on September 16, 2026
Hispanic Heritage Month began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week and was expanded in 1988 to encompass September 15 through October 15. September 15 marks the anniversaries of independence from Spain for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, with Mexico celebrating its independence on September 16. NOW members are honored to recognize the Read more …
Released on September 4, 2026
Statement on the Lindsay Clancy Trial from National NOW President Kim Villanueva WASHINGTON–What happened to the Clancy children in Massachusetts is a tragedy and a failure of a healthcare system that does not support women and medically gaslights those seeking care. Lindsay Clancy should have received appropriate treatment for a psychiatric emergency. Millions Read more …
Released on September 3, 2026
Gloria Steinem was an inspiration for women everywhere and a hero to generations of feminists.
Released on August 26, 2026
August 26 is designated Women’s Equality Day to commemorate the passage of the 19th Amendment, which granted some women the right to vote. The right to vote has always been hard fought. Even the 19th Amendment’s promise of equality failed to provide access to the ballot box for Black women, nor did it include nationwide suffrage for Read more …
Released on August 25, 2026
Statement by National Organization for Women (NOW) President Kim Villanueva WASHINGTON—Dolly Parton defined feminism. She forged her own path with confidence, smarts, and was always unapologetically herself. She encouraged women to embrace who they wanted to be and stand up for their values. Dolly was a true philanthropist – helping the neighbors she loved so Read more …