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We Are Women Rising is a dedicated non-profit organization on a mission to build and sustain a thriving community.

We empower individuals through education, supportive services, and meaningful connections, enabling all people to reach their highest potent

10/16/2026

Today is ! Research discussed by The Guardian suggests that women may approach ethical decisions differently in business, viewing them as connected to relationships and collective impact rather than simply as business decisions.
This perspective is especially relevant to sustainable and values-driven business. Rather than focusing only on maximizing profits, researchers and business leaders highlighted the importance of considering people, planet, and profit together when making decisions.
Creating workplaces where ethical decision-making is expected, supported, and rewarded can encourage everyone to lead with greater purpose and accountability.
Women’s leadership can help broaden conversations about what businesses are responsible for and how success can be measured beyond the bottom line.

10/09/2026

Today is ! Black women are driving significant growth in entrepreneurship across the United States. According to recent data from Wells Fargo reported by Fast Company, Black women-owned businesses with employees grew by 13% between 2024 and 2025, while women-owned businesses overall grew by 4.4%.

But growth does not mean the barriers have disappeared. Black women entrepreneurs continue to face challenges accessing funding and growing their businesses. Their increasing presence in entrepreneurship highlights both their economic contributions and the importance of creating greater opportunities for Black women to build, grow, and lead. Black women are creating new pathways for economic independence, innovation, and leadership.

10/02/2026

Today is ! Women entrepreneurs play a significant role in the U.S. economy, with more than 12 million women-owned businesses employing over 10.7 million workers, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy. Women-owned businesses span industries across the country, contributing to employment, innovation, and economic growth. Their growing presence demonstrates the important role women play not only as business owners, but also as employers and community leaders. Recognizing women’s contributions to entrepreneurship means recognizing the economic impact they have already made and the opportunities that remain to support women as they build and grow their businesses.

09/25/2026

Today is ! New community-centered care models are changing how older adults receive support, helping many remain independent in their own homes and communities. Services such as in-home care, transportation, meal delivery, and social engagement programs can work together to meet the diverse needs of aging adults.

Another innovative approach is the growth of “village” networks, in which neighbors, volunteers, and service providers work together to support older adults. These networks can provide practical assistance, such as grocery runs and transportation, while also creating opportunities for companionship and social connection.

These models represent an important shift in senior care: supporting older adults where they live rather than assuming that aging requires leaving their communities. By combining healthcare, practical assistance, and social connection, communities can help older adults maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life as they age.

09/18/2026

Today is ! According to Columbia Psychiatry, the neurodiversity paradigm recognizes differences such as autism, ADHD, and dyslexia as part of the natural variation of human brains rather than as deficits that need to be “fixed.”

Columbia social worker Liliana Valvano emphasizes that the challenges neurodivergent people face often come from stigma, societal barriers, and systems that are not designed to accommodate different ways of thinking and experiencing the world. This perspective encourages healthcare providers to recognize the strengths of neurodivergent individuals while providing support that meets their needs. It also highlights the importance of better neurodiversity education for clinicians, particularly in understanding and supporting neurodivergent adults.

Creating a more inclusive world means moving beyond asking neurodivergent people to fit into a neurotypical world and instead building communities, workplaces, and healthcare systems where different ways of thinking are accepted, supported, and valued.

09/11/2026

Today is , and on September 11th, we remember the lives lost and the survivors whose lives were forever changed. Research from the World Trade Center Health Registry has shown that the health effects of 9/11 extended far beyond the day itself. More than 9,000 Registry enrollees reported injuries sustained during or immediately following the attacks.

A qualitative study of injured survivors found that many continued to experience physical and mental health challenges years later, including chronic pain, respiratory problems, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and limitations in everyday activities. Survivors also described changes to their relationships, work, social lives, and financial circumstances. The experiences of 9/11 survivors remind us that recovery does not end when an emergency is over. People with injuries and disabilities deserve continued access to healthcare, mental health services, rehabilitation, social support, and the resources necessary to live with dignity and independence.

On this day of remembrance, we honor those who lost their lives, recognize the courage of survivors and responders, and stand with those who continue to live with the consequences of 9/11. Remembering means not only honoring the past, but also ensuring that people with injuries and disabilities receive the support, accessibility, and respect they deserve, both in times of crisis and every day. #9/11

09/04/2026

Today is ! A study published in Gender, Work & Organization examined gender inequality in UK business schools using data from 17,677 individuals and interviews with 52 academics across 15 schools. Researchers found that although the number of female professors increased by 42% between 2014 and 2020, women still held only 28% of professorships in 2020.

The researchers found that gender inequality can be shaped by organizational practices, workplace expectations, professional relationships, and broader institutional structures. Addressing these barriers requires institutions to look beyond individual experiences and examine the systems that influence hiring, promotion, pay, and leadership opportunities.

Creating equitable academic environments means ensuring that women have opportunities not only to enter academia, but to advance and lead within it.

08/28/2026

Today is ! Women-owned businesses are growing rapidly and contributing significantly to the U.S. economy, yet women entrepreneurs continue to face barriers to accessing capital. According to the 2025 Women Business Ownership Fact Sheet from NORC, women-owned businesses are substantially less likely than men-owned businesses to receive the full amount of funding they request.

Access to capital can determine whether a business can expand, hire employees, invest in resources, or pursue new opportunities. Closing this funding gap is an important step toward creating a more equitable environment for women entrepreneurs.

Women continue to demonstrate their ability to build successful businesses and strengthen communities. Ensuring they have equal access to the resources needed to grow can help their impact reach even further.

08/21/2026

Today is ! Mayo Clinic researchers are advancing tools that could help clinicians better identify Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Researchers developed tools to estimate a person’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms appear. Other research identified brain activity patterns associated with nine types of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, using a single brain scan.
Researchers also evaluated an FDA-approved blood test for Alzheimer’s disease and confirmed its accuracy in patients with different levels of cognitive impairment. Together, these advances could help clinicians identify disease more efficiently and provide patients with clearer answers about their cognitive health. While these tools are not a cure for Alzheimer’s or dementia, advances in early risk assessment, brain imaging, and blood-based testing represent important progress toward earlier and more accessible diagnosis.

08/14/2026

Today is ! According to the 2025 Women Business Ownership Fact Sheet from NORC, women own approximately 13.3 million businesses and represent 45% of entrepreneurs in the United States. Since 2012, women-owned businesses have grown by 26%, outpacing overall business growth of 19%. Women entrepreneurs are also making an impact beyond business. Nearly 6 in 10 prioritize supporting a social mission, while women of color represent 47% of women entrepreneurs.

Women continue to drive innovation, economic growth, and community impact. Recognizing and supporting their leadership is essential to building a more equitable entrepreneurial landscape.

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