The future is hers.
Michigan Women Forward has a vision where women and girls are empowered to be leaders, inventors, dreamers and doers. That’s why we’ve been dedicated to women’s success and equal opportunity for more than 34 years. We’ve made countless strides, but our work is far from over.
Help us. Help her. Help shape an equal future for Michigan women.
Our Pillars
#WomanUp
Women’s Entrepreneurship programs, mentorship opportunities and investments break barriers and open doors for MI female entrepreneurs.
to help over 200 women start and grow businesses
jobs created by MWF client companies
women have sought MWF help to start a business
#UGOGirls
Young Women Leader camps teach middle and high schoolers they are part of an Unstoppable Generation of Girls, preparing them for academic and career success.
of middle and high school campers now plan to graduate from college
of middle schoolers will now consider a career in STEM
of girls ages 10-14 met a successful female role model at camp
#BehindEveryWoman
We know the strength #BehindEveryWoman. That’s why we pinpoint issues that disproportionately affect females and champion social and economic equality.
neglected rape kits in Detroit
serial rapists identified
sexual assault investigations completed
#HERstory
Honoring Michigan’s female trailblazers to inspire the women and girls of today and tomorrow.
superstars inducted into Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame
Michiganders reached through #HERstory exhibits across the state
objects and documents in the #HERstory Historical Center collections