Downtown Sacramento Business & Professional Women

09/22/2026

171 years …. And still….

171 years. That’s how long gender equality will take at the current pace.

The latest UN Gender Snapshot 2026 report shows the world is not just moving too slowly — in some areas, we’re moving backwards.

🔴 54 countries have seen women’s representation in parliament decline since 2020.

🔴 Nearly 1 in 3 women (around 840 million globally) have experienced intimate-partner or sexual violence in their lifetime, a level that has barely changed since 2000.

🔴 28% drop in funding for women’s rights organizations, which already receive less than 1% of development assistance for gender equality.

And yet the evidence is clear: when women lead, societies are stronger, economies are more resilient and outcomes are better for everyone — from peace and education to climate action and poverty reduction.

Equality cannot wait, and the world cannot afford to go backwards.

Join our call for equal power , and see the latest in the Gender Snapshot 2026 report just launched by UN Women and United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA): https://www.unwomen.org/en/digital-library/publications/2026/09/progress-on-the-sustainable-development-goals-the-gender-snapshot-2026

09/22/2026

Yes !!!!

𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫. 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞. 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬.

More than 80 years ago, the United Nations Charter affirmed the equal rights of women and men.

Yet today women only hold a fraction of the power to make decisions that shape everyone’s lives.

Women do not need permission to lead. What they need is equal power.

As world leaders gather at the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, it's time we make equal power a reality .

🔗 Learn more about the women's leadership gap: http://unwo.men/c4Uh50ZPN8s

09/22/2026

Sending out another post to share California Federation BPW (CFBPW)Advocacy Conference this Saturday 9/26/26 & BOD meeting on Friday, 9/25/26!

08/30/2026

CFBPW is set for our Advocacy conference September 26, 2026. Have a look at the flyer below.

08/29/2026

DOWNTOWN SACRAMENTO BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL WOMEN'S CLUB is looking for a Social Media Intern who might be looking for some experience and need some credts for their degree etc.
Have a look below and we would love to hear from you!

Social Media Intern
Nonprofit Communications & Outreach Internship
About the Organization
The Downtown Sacramento Business & Professional Women’s Club is a nonprofit, non-partisan organization dedicated to community engagement and advancing its mission through outreach, communications, and service.
Position Overview
We are seeking a creative, organized, and mission-driven Social Media Intern to support communications and community engagement. This is an opportunity for a student, recent graduate, or emerging communications professional to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit digital communications.
Key Responsibilities
• Create captions, posts, stories, graphics, and short-form videos for social media.
• Maintain the content calendar and schedule posts.
• Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and mentions.
• Research trends, hashtags, and relevant community conversations.
• Support campaigns promoting programs, events, fundraising, volunteers, and outreach.
• Collect photos, testimonials, and impact stories.
• Track basic engagement and performance metrics.
• Ensure content follows brand, accessibility, inclusive-language, and organizational guidelines.
• Contribute ideas to increase online visibility and community engagement.
Qualifications
• Interest in nonprofit work, communications, marketing, social impact, or digital media.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms and current trends.
• Basic experience with Canva, Adobe Express, CapCut, or similar tools.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, collaborate, and accept feedback.
• Commitment to respectful, inclusive, mission-aligned communication.
Preferred: Coursework or experience in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, nonprofit management, graphic design, or a related field; experience creating digital content; and basic knowledge of social media analytics.
Internship Details
• Reports to: Club President
• Time: 8–10 hours/week; flexible schedule
• Duration: Six months, with option to extend
• Location: Remote
• Compensation: Academic credit
What You’ll Gain Hands-on nonprofit communications experience, portfolio-ready work, mentorship, and insight into how mission-driven organizations build awareness, engage supporters, and communicate impact.
How to Apply
Submit a resume and brief statement of interest to [email protected]
Writing, social media, design, or portfolio samples are welcome. The Club is an equal opportunity organization and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

08/17/2026

Please remember to Vote November 3, 2026. Stay informed - check your CFBPW webpage. Ask your local clubs to keep their members informed. Use your voice - VOTE

07/31/2026

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It is with profound sorrow that we bid farewell to Jeanne Gibson, our beloved Rosie the Riveter, has passed away today, July 29, 2026, at the remarkable age of 100. 🕊️

At just 18 years old, Jeanne left her home in Minnesota in the summer of 1944 and answered her nation's call, becoming a welder at Todd Pacific Shipyards in Seattle. With determination and grit, she helped build destroyers that strengthened the Allied war effort during World War II. She later continued her service with the Army Transportation Corps in Juneau, Alaska, embodying the resilience and patriotism of the Greatest Generation.
Yet Jeanne's legacy extended far beyond the war.

She earned her Ph.D., dedicated three decades to teaching, earned her private pilot license, and spent the rest of her life proving that courage, determination, and purpose know no age. In 2024, Jeanne and her fellow Rosies were collectively awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, one of our nation's highest civilian honors, recognizing the extraordinary women whose sacrifices and determination helped secure victory during World War II.

She had a special gift for encouraging young girls, reminding them that no dream was too big and no obstacle too great. Through her words and her example, she inspired generations to believe in themselves and pursue lives of courage, service, and purpose.
Jeanne remained a tireless advocate for preserving the legacy of the Rosies, volunteering at Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park on "Rosie Fridays" and ensuring the stories of the women who helped win the war would continue to inspire future generations.

Though Jeanne has taken her final flight, her legacy will never fade. It lives on in every story she shared, every young person she inspired, every life she touched, and in the enduring example of courage she leaves behind.
Our hearts are with Jeanne's family, her fellow Rosies, and all who were blessed to know and love her.

07/31/2026

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We lower our heads in quiet remembrance as we honor the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of "Rosie the Riveter" Jeanne Gibson. A symbol of strength, resilience, and determination, she passed away on July 29, 2026, at the age of 100. Today, America loses more than a remarkable woman, we lose one of the courageous daughters of the Greatest Generation whose hands helped build the strength of a nation when freedom hung in the balance. Her legacy reminds us that true heroes are not always found carrying rifles on the front lines. Sometimes, they wear welding gloves, stand beneath showers of sparks, and build the ships, planes, and hope that change the course of history.🕊️🇺🇸

Born in 1926, Jeanne Gibson belonged to the Greatest Generation. At just 18 years old in 1944, she answered America's call during World War II, leaving her home in Minnesota to work as a welder at Todd Pacific Shipyards in Seattle, Washington, where she helped build destroyers and other naval vessels for the U.S. Navy. She later served with the U.S. Army Transportation Corps in Juneau, Alaska, preparing cargo manifests and hatch lists that supported the movement of vital military supplies.

Like millions of women who stepped into factories and shipyards while men served overseas, Jeanne became one of the legendary "Rosie the Riveters." Their determination, hard work, and sacrifice kept America's wartime industries running and played a crucial role in securing Allied victory.

After the war, Jeanne continued a life of service. She earned a Ph.D., spent more than 30 years as an educator, earned her private pilot's license, and dedicated her retirement to preserving the history of the Rosie generation. She became a beloved volunteer and ambassador, sharing her story with students, veterans, and visitors across the country, ensuring that the contributions of wartime women would never be forgotten.

In 2024, at the age of 98, Jeanne and thousands of fellow Rosie the Riveters were collectively awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, one of the United States' highest civilian honors, recognizing their indispensable contributions to the nation's victory during World War II.

Even after celebrating her 100th birthday in 2026, Jeanne remained committed to honoring veterans and educating future generations. Her strength, humility, and unwavering patriotism made her a treasured representative of the Rosie legacy.

Today, we remember not only a woman who helped build ships during wartime, but a woman who spent an entire century building a legacy of courage, perseverance, service, and inspiration. Jeanne Gibson's life reminds us that ordinary people can accomplish extraordinary things when duty calls.

Rest in eternal peace, Jeanne Gibson.

Jeanne Gibson
1926 – July 29, 2026
Age: 100

"The legacy of Rosie the Riveters lives on through the freedom they helped defend and the generations they continue to inspire." 🇺🇸🕊️

06/16/2026

Dear Members & Friends of BPW
Moving Worlds: The Changing Story of Immigration -JDEI PRESENTATION.

Immigration is one of the defining conversations of our time. Beyond headlines and statistics are stories of resilience, hope, challenges, and contributions that shape our communities and our world. This presentation offers an opportunity to deepen our understanding, broaden our perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue on an issue that affects us all.

Together, let us close this biennium not as spectators, but as active participants—engaged in understanding, connected through dialogue, and committed to building bridges across our changing world.

Please join us virtually and be part of this important event. Your voice, your presence, and your participation make a difference.

In anticipation of your presence,
Thank you,
Sher. JDEI Chair NFBPWC

05/23/2026

A successful Annual Conference - CFBPW - California Federation of Business and Professional Women- Thank you ladies for traveling to the north to share this memorable event. Dr Pascal Lee NASA Scientist was our Friday Lunch Speaker - "Influential Women in Outer Space"