mentees nationwide, serves as a beacon of guidance and support, fostering meaningful mentor-mentee relationships that nurture growth and development. In its unwavering pursuit of equity and justice, WOCN has actively challenged en- trenched systems and institutions that per- petuate barriers for women of color and their communities. By hosting Regional Forums in collaboration with the National Network to End Domestic Violence, WOCN has fa- cilitated dialogues among women of color from local domestic violence programs, paving the way for collaborative state-level efforts to effect systemic change. Through strategic partnerships with key entities like the Coalition Advocates and Attorneys Net- work and the Domestic Violence Resource Network, WOCN has spearheaded initia- tives to examine public policy through a lens that centers the experiences of communities of color.
I n the annals of history, 1997 marks a piv- otal moment when a group of visionary wom- en of color convened to address the pressing challenges confronting advocates and activists within the violence against women movement. This historic gathering laid the foundation for what would eventually evolve into the formida- ble force known today as the Women of Color Network (WOCN). Over the years, WOCN has emerged as a national platform where women of color can engage in dialogue, forge networks, mobilize communities, and access essential re- sources to bolster their advocacy efforts. Central to WOCN's mission is the commitment to providing women of color with invaluable access to information that might otherwise remain beyond their reach. Through tailored leadership training programs covering crucial topics such as fundraising, program develop- ment, and public policy, WOCN equips women of color with the skills and knowledge neces- sary to navigate the intricacies of advocacy work. The Mentor Project, boasting a network of approximately 100 mentors and nearly 300 8 | womenofcolornetwork.org
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