Links
Address
Newton City Hall
1000 Commonwealth Ave
Newton Centre, MA 02459
617-796-1000
TDD/TTY 617-796-1089
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30am-5:00pm
Tuesday
8:30am- 8:00pm
Women's Commission
Mission Statement of the Women's Commission
The Newton Women’s Commission advises the Mayor on matters related to the quality of the lives of Newton women and their families.The Commission provides support, advocacy and resource referrals to women of all ages, socio-economic backgrounds, ethnic origins, and from every village in the City.
The Women’s Commission helps build awareness and appreciation of women’s contributions to this community and society. It provides opportunities for women to be part of networks that will achieve their goals.
Goals:
- To be a resource to all women in Newton
- To highlight the achievements and work of women
- To eliminate the bias and oppression of women
- To identify and serve the needs of women in Newton
- To appreciate and publicize the inherent value, intelligence and beauty of ALL women
- To share skills and expertise with each other and with the larger community
For information please contact Sarah Ecker, Mayor's Office, secker@newtonma.gov.
Resources for Newton Women
Links to:
Massachusetts Commission of the Status of Women
Massachusetts League of Women Voters
U.S. Department of Labor - Women's Bureau
Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination
American Civil Liberties Union Massachusetts
Past Events & Press Releases
Women's History Month - March 2003
Women's Commission Donates to MVP
Women's Commission Thanks Joe Mulvey
Women's Commission Domestic Violence Awareness Event a Success!
Boston Globe Article - October 27, 2002
Domestic Violence Awareness Events – October 22, 2002
Boston Globe Article October 20, 2002
"Take Back the Night" Walk
Domestic Violence Resource Fair"Women Claiming Spiritual Power” A Roundtable Discussion with Women Spiritual Leaders of Many Faiths More Info
Harvest Fair – Quilt Raffle – October 20, 2002
A Celebration of Newton Women - March 23, 2002
Boston Globe article March 21, 2002
2002 Portrait Project Subjects - Women Honored this year by the Women's Commission
New Commission Officers Elected and new members appointed
2002 Portrait Project Flyer - Honorees Announced and Exhibit Information