San Francisco Department on the Status of Women

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The San Francisco Commission on the Status of Women was established by the Board of Supervisors in 1975 and became a permanent Department under the City Charter in 1994. to adopt a local ordinance reflecting the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), an international bill of rights for women. As part of a strategic shift to create a

greater impact and serve more San Franciscans while building a more diverse and efficient city government through gender responsive and racially equitable policies, programs and legislation, the Department has identified three core service areas to catalyze transformative change in the lives of women girls and nonbinary people: Health and Safety, Economic Security and Civic Engagement and Political Empowerment. Through these three areas, the Department aims to improve the whole lives of our targeted communities, including their health, wealth, physical safety and well-being. Our programming is designed to not just create balance when it comes to the construct of gender, but also to empower women, girls and gender nonbinary people with the tools and resources needed to build pathways to healthy and prosperous futures.

Gathered on the City Hall steps today in recognition of MMIP Day.We honor the lives lost, uplift the voices of families ...
05/06/2026

Gathered on the City Hall steps today in recognition of MMIP Day.

We honor the lives lost, uplift the voices of families and advocates, and recommit to advancing safety, justice, and visibility for our Indigenous communities.

Denim with a purpose đź’™. We stand with survivors in denim, a signal that clothing is never an invitation for consent.Our ...
04/29/2026

Denim with a purpose đź’™. We stand with survivors in denim, a signal that clothing is never an invitation for consent.

Our team is proud to stand in support of Denim Day and Sexual Assault Awareness Month. At the San Francisco Department on the Status of Women, we are committed to uplifting survivors, raising awareness, and advancing a safer, more equitable community for all.

Thank you to Assessor, Joaquin Torres and Alondra Esquivel Garcia for visiting our office yesterday and engaging in a me...
04/29/2026

Thank you to Assessor, Joaquin Torres and Alondra Esquivel Garcia for visiting our office yesterday and engaging in a meaningful conversation on the San Francisco Women’s Agenda.

We appreciate the opportunity to connect, share insights, and explore how we can continue aligning our work to advance equity for women and girls across our city.

Looking forward to continued collaboration and partnership ahead. đź’ś

Wednesday, April 28th is Denim Day, a day where we wear denim in support of survivors of sexual assault. Denim Day start...
04/28/2026

Wednesday, April 28th is Denim Day, a day where we wear denim in support of survivors of sexual assault.

Denim Day started in 1992 after an Italian Supreme Court overturned a r**e conviction, stating that because the victim wore tight jeans, she must have helped remove them, which implied consent. Women in Italy’s Parliament responded by protesting in denim, helping to ignite a movement to end victim-blaming and calling for an end to sexual violence.

We wear denim to support survivors of sexual assault. We know clothing never equals consent. We believe survivors, and reaffirm our commitment to end sexual violence and gender based violence.

During , we are inspired and moved as we recognize and honor and at our Commission meeting this evening. Both organiz...
04/23/2026

During , we are inspired and moved as we recognize and honor and at our Commission meeting this evening. Both organizations are on the frontlines, supporting and protecting survivors of domestic violence. They are invaluable members of our community, and we are deeply grateful to them for their decades of advocacy and work.

Collaboration in action 🤝Thank you to the San Francisco Fire Department for visiting the San Francisco Department on the...
04/21/2026

Collaboration in action 🤝

Thank you to the San Francisco Fire Department for visiting the San Francisco Department on the Status of Women. We’re excited about the possibilities ahead as we work together to better serve San Franciscans. 💜

Remembering Andrea Shorter đź’śOn Sunday, April 26, community will come together to celebrate her life, honor her legacy, a...
04/18/2026

Remembering Andrea Shorter đź’ś

On Sunday, April 26, community will come together to celebrate her life, honor her legacy, and reflect on the many ways she touched and uplifted others.

đź“Ť War Memorial Green Room, 401 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco
🕊 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Holding her memory with love and gratitude.

It was such a pleasure to attend the Health Equity Innovators Summit in Tiburon đź’śWe loved being in community with folks ...
04/17/2026

It was such a pleasure to attend the Health Equity Innovators Summit in Tiburon đź’ś

We loved being in community with folks doing important work to advance health equity—and we’re especially proud to have our Executive Director, Dr. Diana Aroche, share her perspective on supporting women’s health and equity.

Grateful to be part of these conversations and inspired by the collaboration and commitment to this work.

04/16/2026

Grateful to stand in community for Black Maternal Health Week ✨

Thank you to SisterWeb for organizing such a powerful rally and panel—grounded in truth, community, and care. From personal stories to critical facts, this space reminded us why this work matters for bringing together voices. Your leadership and commitment to Black maternal health is deeply appreciated.

It was a pleasure to welcome the Young Women’s Freedom Center to our All Staff Meeting 💜Thank you for visiting, sharing ...
04/08/2026

It was a pleasure to welcome the Young Women’s Freedom Center to our All Staff Meeting 💜

Thank you for visiting, sharing your stories, and engaging with our team about the impactful work you do to support and empower young women, girls, and gender-expansive people, and justice-impacted communities. We’re grateful for the conversation and continued partnership.

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