Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW)

The MCSW is a state-established body charged with reviewing the status of women in Massachusetts and offering recommendations regarding policy that would improve access to opportunities and equality.

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Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women

Who we serve

The purpose of the Commission is to advance women and girls toward full equity in all areas of life and to promote rights and opportunities for all women and girls. The mission of the Commission is to provide a permanent, effective voice for women and girls across Massachusetts. The Commission stands for fundamental freedoms, basic human rights and the full enjoyment of life for all women and girls throughout their lives.

The MCSW represents and recognizes all women, regardless of their age, race, color, creed, abilities, language, socio-economic status, immigration status, sexual orientation, or gender assigned at birth.

Recent news & announcements

News

MCSW: 25th Anniversary Gala Celebration  

2/01/2023 Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women

On 6/22/2023 the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW) will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a gala dinner celebrating our past, present, and future.

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MCSW Advocacy Day 2023 

3/15/2023 Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women

Advocacy Day is an event held annually by the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW) to rally for legislation that advances the rights and opportunities of women and girls across the Commonwealth.

  • Press Release

    MCSW Announces Keynote Speakers for Historic 25th Anniversary Gala 

    5/30/2023 Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women

    The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW) is proud to announce their Keynote Speakers for their upcoming 25th Anniversary Gala

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    MCSW Announces the Commonwealth Heroine Class of 2023 

    5/22/2023 Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women

    The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW) will be celebrating the 20th Annual Commonwealth Heroines Class of 2023 on Friday, June 23, 2023, at the Massachusetts Statehouse in the Great Hall of Flags.

  • Press Release

    MA Women's Commission to Host Advocacy Day 5/31 

    5/09/2023 Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women

    The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW) is slated to host its annual Advocacy Day on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. Each May, the Commission welcomes hundreds of community activists to the State House to rally behind legislation that increase

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    2023-2024 MCSW Legislative Priorities 

    5/03/2023 Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women

    The MCSW is proud to announce our policy priorities for the 193rd Legislative Session.

  • Guest Post

    MCSW: Driving Change 

    5/01/2023 Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women

    The Chair of MCSW's Legislative and Public Policy Committee proudly announces the Commission's 2023-2024 Policy Priorities for the 193rd Legislative Session.

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    Join Our Girls Empowerment Leadership Initiative! 

    3/01/2023 Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women

    Welcome to the Girls Empowerment Leadership Initiative – also known as GELI!

  • Finance Committee Meeting: June 2023 

    Thursday, June 1, 2023
    9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
    MCSW's monthly Finance Committee Meeting is held on the Second Tuesday of every month from 3:00 - 4:00pm ET.
  • Legislative and Public Policy Committee Meeting: June 2023 

    Tuesday, June 6, 2023
    5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    MCSW's monthly Legislative and Public Policy Committee Meeting is held on the first Tuesday of every month from 5:30-6:30pm ET.
  • Regional Chairs Meeting: June 2023 

    Tuesday, June 6, 2023
    7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
    MCSW's monthly Regional Chairs Meeting is held on the first Tuesday of every month from 7:00 - 8:00pm ET.
  • Executive Committee Meeting: June 2023 

    Thursday, June 8, 2023
    4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
    MCSW's Monthly Executive Committee Meeting is held on the Second Thursday of every month from 4:00 - 5:30pm ET.
  • Program and Planning Committee Meeting: June 2023 

    Tuesday, June 13, 2023
    5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
    MCSW's monthly Program and Planning Committee Meeting is held on the Second Tuesday of every month from 5:00-6:00pm ET.
  • Full Commission Meeting: June 2023 

    Thursday, June 15, 2023
    4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
    MCSW's Monthly Full Commission Meeting is held on the Third Thursday of every month from 4:00 - 5:30pm ET.
  • MCSW: 25th Anniversary Gala Celebration  

    Lombardo's, 6 Billings Street, Randolph, MA 02368
    Thursday, June 22, 2023
    6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
    On 6/22/2023 the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW) will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a gala dinner.
  • 2023 Commonwealth Heroines Celebration 

    24 Beacon Street, Massachusetts Statehouse - Great Hall of Flags, Boston, MA 02133
    Friday, June 23, 2023
    11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
    The MCSW is hosting the 20th annual Commonwealth Heroines Celebration on Friday, June 23rd, 2023.

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