Women's Fund of Rhode Island

06/17/2026

Episode 2 of Voices for Change, WFRI's new gender equity podcast, is now live! In this episode, Kelly Nevins, Melissa Kearns, and Kathryn Rattigan discuss gender equity in the AI and IT fields as well as benefits and risks of using new technology.

Listen now on Youtube or Spotify!
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6K6oATfFoyRv2kgf8lhlh5?si=TqTk4Dj2ShaYjwFx7VV1Qw

06/15/2026

IMPORTANT UPDATE:

We've extended our WPI Application deadline until the end of June! If you considered applying but missed the original date, now's your chance!

Table of Contents Section 1: Our Mission & Vision Section 2: WPI Program Details Section 3: Applicant Cover Sheet Section 4: Applicant Qualification Form Section 5: Applicant Responses to Formal Questions Section 6: Employer Qualification Form Section 7: Financial Aid Pac...

06/15/2026

Promotions, celebrations, and happiness all around the office today! started the day as our WPI intern, and is ending it as our PROGRAM ASSISTANT! Congrats, Jae, we're so proud of you! 🌞👏💕

06/15/2026

During this public webinar, leaders from the Rhode Island Voting Rights Act campaign will discuss the bill's fate during the 2026 legislative session before sharing other opportunities for supporting voting rights in Rhode Island and building a stronger, more representative democracy.

During this public webinar, leaders from the Rhode Island Voting Rights Act campaign will discuss the bill's fate during the 2026 legislative session before sharing other opportunities for supporting voting rights in Rhode Island and building a stronger, more representative democracy.

06/12/2026

Need a podcast for your Friday commute this morning? 🚘😎🌞

Check out the brand new WFRI podcast, Voices for Change! Episode 1 features a robust conversation about workplace violence and harrassment featuring , .rios.79 ( ), and Anita Bruno ()!

Stay tuned for a new episode next week about Women in IT and AI fields with guests Kathryn Rattigan and Melissa Kearns! Email [email protected] for topic ideas or to be on a future episode.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0dAFQDAtZw5PKx0h4C4NbU?si=_-IKl6DNR2eUx_d7a1MOOg (or link in our bio!)

06/11/2026

Click the link in our bio to find the application! Make sure you send it in before 5 pm TODAY!

06/08/2026

All hands!!! Rally in the State House Rotinda Tuesday at 3:30.

06/08/2026

Our annual Women Leading Change celebration is just a few months away, and now's your chance to get your ticket! This year, we celebrate 25 years of advancements in gender equity with fabulous entertainment, raffle prizes, and award recipients.

Don't wait—tickets are sure to go fast! See you there!

06/04/2026

We need to pass this important legislation to help those who are fighting breast cancer. This bill has past in 32 other states. Sending love and health to Colleen C. And all those in our network who are impacted by this disease.

06/04/2026

THE WFRI PODCAST IS HERE! 🎧🎙

Introducing Voices for Change, a platform for members of the WFRI community to openly discuss gender equity topics in a fun, conversational format. Our first episode features .rios.79 (), Anita Bruno (), and in a discussion about workplace violence and harassment. Listen at the link in our bio!

Stay tuned for more episodes, and reach out to [email protected] to be part of a future recording!