Welcome to the Women's Initiative!

Mission Statement:

The Women's Initiative at the College of Saint Rose offers programs and activities that celebrate the contributions and talents of women in the Saint Rose community. The group strives to promote awareness and advocacy regarding women's issues both on and off-campus by providing dynamic and proactive responses to the interests, questions, and concerns students both explore and present. The group is committed to serving the needs of women both on campus and in the community by providing leadership opportunities in the form of service work and social justice activities.

The Women's Initiative is committed to exploring the issues which concern both women and men on campus in our promotion of gender equality. Therefore, we invite students of all backgrounds, men and women, to join us in our endeavors. We believe that collaboration and solidarity among men and women is vital to achieving our goals both within the organization and around the world.

Meetings on:

Where? Moran Hall

When? Every Wednesday

Time? 6:oopm

Why? Because we would be happy to have you join us!

The Women's Initiative brings you...

Women Against War Afghanistan Project.


Thursday March 25 at 4:00pm in the Commuter Lounge

Guest Speaker Barbara Spring and
Vaneeta Palecanda will be discussing the importance of development work verses military labor in Afghanistan and the role women play in these tasks. A brief film will be played, pamphlets and information will also be available. Hope to see you there for this great presentation!


Additionally, throughout the remainder of the semester The Women's Initiative is collecting formal wear for both men and women that will be distributed to Equinox and local students in need. This includes prom dresses, formal dresses, and men's formal wear. Donations can be dropped off in the basement of the Interfaith Sanctuary up until April 30th. For more information please contact Grace O’Shaughnessy at oshaughnessy670@strose.edu or call the Office of Intercultural Leadership at 518.454.2050.

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Contact Us!

Email: womensinitiative@strose.edu