On the day that a New York City commission decided the future of the Fearless Girl statue location, the Foundation for Gender Equality was proud to have board member Dr. Peter Favaro join in a celebration of equality which took place at the sculpture in front of the New York City Stock Exchange. The figure has enjoyed temporary permitting for four years and a three year temporary permit was approved on this day! As we watched many people specifically seek out the statue to view and for photos, we were gratified to see the number of young girls who were thrilled to see the statue and do the "Fearless Girl pose" alongside of her. So were we!
The Equality Event emphasized what Fearless Girl stands for and her importance as a symbol of equality, change and awareness for all genders, including equal pay, opportunities and leadership. Renowned Sculptor Kristen Visbal asked senior representatives from key organizations, as well as political representatives, to speak to the diversity ideals behind her brilliant work, Fearless Girl.
We are so pleased that Ms. Visbal asked the Foundation to participate specifically because of our mission to involve all people to work together for gender equality through programming and fundraising, often emphasizing the role of men in achieving gender equality. We cannot think of a better representative to speak on behalf of the Foundation than Dr. Favaro. A psychologist, author of 18 books and developer of programs which teach civility, collaboration and conflict resolution through The Center for Improved Human Relationships in New York City. Peter often serves as an expert in international Hague Convention cases assisting women who escape coercive control and domestic violence in other parts of the world. He is a true advocate. It is an honor to know have Dr. Favaro as part of our organization and a privilege to learn from him on these issues.
Like us, they love and support how The Orphaned Starfish Foundation helps some of the world's most vulnerable children and we hope you will too!Join the FGE and OSF's amazing founder Andy Stein for an inspiring, entertaining Zoom broadcast with some cool performances and uplifiting stories. The OSF is helping some of the world's most vulnerable children with tech training, education and much more.
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The Foundation for Gender Equality Standing Together
Equality, with all of its complexity, cultural and global dimensions, is the transformative issue of our time. Solve this and the world will be a better place for all of us - men, women, children, young and old alike. We must STAND TOGETHER ALWAYS to foster opportunities, remove obstacles and enlist partners to innovate, collaborate and create meaningful change.
New Program: FGE Allies
Our advocates and allies stand with us in our fight for equality for all. Due to their support, shelters, family programs, and safe houses have new products to give to individuals in need.
The Foundation for Gender Equality Announces Partnership with Tech Up for Women
The new initiative will help fund several organizations that empower at-risk women and girls by providing technology training and tools for economic independence
The Foundation for Gender Equality is proud to announce it has partnered with Tech Up for Women, a collaborative hub and annual conference that provides resources for women to stay ahead of the technology curve.
FGE participates in ‘Walk a Mile in Her Shoes’
FGE is proud to have participated in WALK a MILE in HER SHOES, a community-wide rally and walk in support of victims of sexual violence and abuse. Now in its fifth consecutive year, we are especially proud of our founder, Richard Fitzburgh, for walking a mile in towering heels alongside Gary Macnamara, the walk's founder and police chief of Fairfield, CT for many years.
The one mile walk benefits The Center for Family Justice in Bridgeport, CT, which helps survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse and helps thousands each year with a full range of services. The walk is noteworthy for the number of men who join the march wearing women’s footwear as an expression of solidarity during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The message of this powerful walk is clear: Sexual assault and abuse and the vestiges of rape culture are not just women’s issues. Men and boys play a vital role in breaking the cycles of violence. This aligns perfectly with the mission of the foundation to help end gender based violence and discrimination, and to equally involve men and women to achieve this goal! For more information about the walk, click here.
On November 7, 2018, The Foundation for Gender Equality celebrated Changemakers, featuring Man Up Redefined: Allies, Advocates and Champions, at the The Consulate General of France in New York City.
On November 30, 2017, The Foundation for Gender Equality tackled men's roles in achieving equality with its provocative "Man-Up: Straight Talk from Allies and Advocates" program.
Good Day New York's Anchor Lori Stokes covers hosting ManUp: Straight Talk from Allies and Advocates
Former Naval Aviator, Lieutenant Paula Coughlin, Special Guest at the Foundation's Man-Up: Straight Talk and Inspiration from Allies and Advocates Event, November 30, NYC, Gives Her Unique Perspective as a Whistle-Blower in the Infamous Tailhook Convention in 1991
Speaking Out About the Tailhook Scandal ended her military career and she has worked tirelessly since then to rectify inequities for women in aviation and in combat. She is a Board Member of Protect Our Defenders, a pre-eminent national organization that honors, supports and gives voice to survivors of military sexual assault and harassment.
News from speakers and honorees of Foundation events
Latest news: Men Should Champion Gender Equality - Three Men Tell Us Why. Featuring Richard Fitzburgh, founder of the Foundation for Gender Equality
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Gender Equality: The State of Our Union, April 25, 2017
“How to Be An Activist Every Day"
Special video coverage of the Foundation’s “Gender Equality: The State of Our Union” event on April 25, 2017 is now featured on the Forbes website. The Foundation thanks Forbes and Lilly Knoepp, Forbes digital producer, for this terrific video segment.
“Gender Equality: The State of Our Union”-- the inaugural program of The Foundation for Gender Equality -- took place on April 25, 2017 in New York City. It was a provocative and compelling event and a resounding success. Valerie Jarrett, senior advisor to President Barack Obama and Amy Ziering, award-winning documentary film producer, led the roster of outstanding honorees and advocates who spoke to a capacity audience. The Foundation’s first education awards were presented to Roya Mahoob, who is a global force in empowerment through technology and Educator Nicholas Ferroni, who is a tireless champion of gender equality with students.
