Women as Agents of Change
Immigrant and binational women sustain families, economies, and communities. Their leadership and participation strengthen the social fabric and bring lasting change.
Women's Affairs Commission
Women's Affairs
We advance equality, leadership, and well-being for women in binational settings.
The Commission's Purpose
To promote, defend, and strengthen the rights of Mexican and Latina women in the United States and Mexico, advancing their social, economic, and political participation, their access to opportunity, and their right to a life free of violence across Fuerza Migrante's work.
Strategic Objectives
- 01
Raise awareness of the challenges women face in migration and binational contexts.
- 02
Promote women's leadership and their active participation in decision-making.
- 03
Advance public policies and initiatives that guarantee equal opportunity and a life free of violence.
- 04
Support the Board of Directors in setting priority agendas with a gender perspective.
Context
Equality Strengthens the Community
Gender equity builds fairer societies, narrows structural gaps, and expands opportunities for individual and collective growth.
A Gender Perspective Is Essential
Building a gender perspective into policies and programs is key to addressing inequality, preventing violence, and protecting rights effectively and sustainably.