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SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nFor FY26\, MCSW’s monthly Executive Committee Meeting is held on the Third Tuesday of every month from 4:00pm – 5:30pm ET. Chaired by Commissioner Mary-dith Tuitt. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9-16-2025 Executive Committee AgendaDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/executive-committee-meeting-28/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Executive Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T150000
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SUMMARY:Finance Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For FY26\, MCSW’s Monthly Finance Committee Meeting is held on the Second Wednesday of every month from 3:00pm – 4:00pm. Chaired by MCSW Treasurer and Finance Chair Audrey Hall. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\n09.10.2025 FCAgendaDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-26/2025-09-10/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Finance Committee
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CREATED:20250905T211616Z
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SUMMARY:Program and Planning Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine.\n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nFor FY26\, MCSW’s monthly Program and Planning Committee Meeting is held on the Second Tuesday of every month from 4:00 – 5:00pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Kim Shea. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9.9.2025 Program Planning AgendaDownload\n\n\n\n9.9.2025 Program Planning AgendaDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/program-and-planning-committee-meeting-21/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Program & Planning Committee
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaitia Spruell":MAILTO:Shaitia.Spruell@mass.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T200000
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CREATED:20250707T154627Z
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SUMMARY:Regional Chairs Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nFor FY26\, MCSW’s monthly Regional Chairs Meeting is held on the first Tuesday of every month from 7:00 – 8:00pm ET. Register to join.
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/regional-chairs-meeting-4/2025-09-02/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Regional Chairs Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T183000
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CREATED:20250829T172822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T173208Z
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SUMMARY:Legislative and Public Policy Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nFor FY26\, MCSW’s monthly Legislative and Public Policy Committee Meeting is held on the First Tuesday of every month from 5:30-6:30pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Guimel DeCarvalho. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9.2.25 Legislative Meeting AgendaDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/legislative-and-public-policy-committee-meeting-25/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Legislative & Public Policy Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T160000
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SUMMARY:Full Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For FY26\, MCSW’s Monthly Full Commission Meeting is held on the Fourth Tuesday of every month from 4:30 – 6:00pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Mary-dith Tuitt. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\n9-24-2024 Full Commission Agenda (1)Download
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/full-commission-meeting-16/2025-08-26/
CATEGORIES:Full Commission,State Commissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20240920T180545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T140818Z
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SUMMARY:Full Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For FY26\, MCSW’s Monthly Full Commission Meeting is held on the Fourth Tuesday of every month from 4:30 – 6:00pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Mary-dith Tuitt. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\n9-24-2024 Full Commission Agenda (1)Download
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/full-commission-meeting-16/2025-07-22/
CATEGORIES:Full Commission,State Commissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T200000
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CREATED:20230725T155806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T150731Z
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SUMMARY:Regional Chairs Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nMCSW’s monthly Regional Chairs Meeting is held on the first Tuesday of every month from 7:00 – 8:00pm ET. Register to join.
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/regional-chairs-meeting-2/2025-07-01/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Regional Chairs Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20240820T170846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T142105Z
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SUMMARY:Legislative and Public Policy Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nFor FY26\, MCSW’s monthly Legislative and Public Policy Committee Meeting is held on the First Tuesday of every month from 5:30-6:30pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Guimel DeCarvalho.
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/legislative-and-public-policy-committee-meeting-14/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Legislative & Public Policy Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20250623T111731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T111736Z
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SUMMARY:Full Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For FY25\, MCSW’s Monthly Full Commission Meeting is held on the Fourth Tuesday of every month from 4:00 – 5:30pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Mary-dith Tuitt. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\nJune 24 2025 Full Commission & Annual Planning AgendaDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/full-commission-meeting-25/
CATEGORIES:Full Commission,State Commissions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20240920T180545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T140818Z
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SUMMARY:Full Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For FY26\, MCSW’s Monthly Full Commission Meeting is held on the Fourth Tuesday of every month from 4:30 – 6:00pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Mary-dith Tuitt. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\n9-24-2024 Full Commission Agenda (1)Download
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/full-commission-meeting-16/2025-06-24/
CATEGORIES:Full Commission,State Commissions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20250612T153519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T153524Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nFor FY25\, MCSW’s monthly Executive Committee Meeting is held on the Third Tuesday of every month from 4:00pm – 5:30pm ET. Chaired by Commissioner Mary-dith Tuitt. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\n6-17-2025 Executive Committee AgendaDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/executive-committee-meeting-27/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Executive Committee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20230725T155806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T150731Z
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SUMMARY:Regional Chairs Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nMCSW’s monthly Regional Chairs Meeting is held on the first Tuesday of every month from 7:00 – 8:00pm ET. Register to join.
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/regional-chairs-meeting-2/2025-06-03/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Regional Chairs Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20250602T135701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T224617Z
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SUMMARY:Legislative and Public Policy Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nMCSW’s monthly Legislative and Public Policy Committee Meeting is held on the First Tuesday of every month from 5:30-6:30pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Guimel DeCarvalho. \n\n\n\n\n\n6.3.2025 Legislative Meeting AgendaDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/legislative-and-public-policy-committee-meeting-24/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Legislative & Public Policy Committee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20250514T181210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T175217Z
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SUMMARY:A Convening: From Insight to Impact
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting half-day event hosted by the Center for Women & Enterprise (CWE) and the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW)! This is your chance to connect with researchers\, policymakers\, funders\, practitioners\, and entrepreneurs who are all dedicated to advancing women’s economic empowerment. \n\n\n\nWhat can you expect? \n\n\n\nYou will: \n\n\n\nGain Insights: Listen to leading researchers share the latest findings on women’s entrepreneurship in the U.S. Discover the most effective strategies to support women in business and what the data reveals about the challenges they face. \n\n\n\nHear Real Stories: Be inspired by women entrepreneurs from New England as they share their personal journeys. Learn about the hurdles they’ve overcome and what support has truly made a difference in their careers. \n\n\n\nEngage in Policy Discussion: Hear from practitioners and policymakers discussing current efforts to remove the barriers facing women entrepreneurs. Understand the promising practices that are making waves and the gaps that still remain. \n\n\n\nParticipate in a Cross-Sector Dialogue: Don’t miss the culminating panel where researchers\, policymakers\, and practitioners come together to explore how evidence\, policy\, and practice can forge the path to real change. \n\n\n\nThis event is more than just a gathering; it’s an opportunity to gather fresh ideas\, forge new connections\, and deepen your understanding of how to empower women entrepreneurs and promote equitable economic growth. \n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n9:30 – 10:00 AM | Registration and Light Breakfast  \n\n\n\n10:00 – 10:15 AM | Welcome & Opening Remarks  \n\n\n\nSpeakers:   \n\n\n\n\nMary-dith Tuitt (Chair\, MCSW) \n\n\n\nGaby King Morse (CWE) \n\n\n\n\n10:15 – 11:30 AM | Session 1: Using Data and Evidence to Support Women’s Entrepreneurship  \n\n\n\nSpeakers:   \n\n\n\n\nLucia Sanchez (CWE) \n\n\n\nYing Gao (J-PAL)\n\n\n\nNina Teng (MIT Trust Center for Entrepreneurship)  \n\n\n\n\nModerator: Gaby King Morse (CWE)  \n\n\n\n11:30 – 11:45 AM | Coffee Break  \n\n\n\n11:45 – 12:45 PM | Session 2: Policy and Practice Panel Discussion  \n\n\n\nPanelists:   \n\n\n\n\nShonte Davidson (Entrepreneur\, BT2 Energy) \n\n\n\nMadeline Cabrera (Entrepreneur\, Emmaty) \n\n\n\nMichelle Miller (CWE) \n\n\n\nAnuradha Yadav (WOCE) \n\n\n\nKatie Bouton (TAVO)   \n\n\n\n\nModerator: Priya Iyer (Boston College)  \n\n\n\n12:45 – 1:00 PM | Grab Lunch and Head Back to Tables  \n\n\n\n1:00 – 1:50 PM | Session 3: Building the Future Together  \n\n\n\nBreakout group discussion with all attendees  \n\n\n\nModerator: Carol Campbell  \n\n\n\n1:50 – 2:00 PM | Closing Remarks  \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Lucia Sanchez (CWE)  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin us and be part of this important conversation!  RSVP below to secure your spot! \n\n\n\n\n\nMeet Our Speakers\n\n\n\nOpening Remarks\n\n\n\n\nMary-dith Tuitt \n\n\n\nChairwoman\, Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nA Boston resident and a Community and Peer Veteran Specialist\, was first appointed to the Commission by the Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators in 2011\, now serves as a Governor Appointee to the MCSW. Tuitt presently serves as President of the National Association of Commissions for Women and has served as Chief of Staff for the late State Representative Gloria L. Fox\, where she worked for the Constituents of Boston\, providing support to the underserved communities of Boston\, and has worked on various political campaigns.  An alumnus of the Boston Public School system\, Mary-dith graduated from Boston Technical High School in 1985. Shortly after graduation\, Mary-dith entered the United States Navy\, where she served fourteen years as a Navy Aviation Machinist’s Mate\, first on active duty and then in the active & inactive Reserves. Mary-dith runs her own special events coordination business that specializes in design\, planning\, decoration and assisting her clients in making their dreams reality. \n\n\n\n\n\nGaby King Morse \n\n\n\nPresident & CEO\, Center for Women & Enterprise (CWE)  \n\n\n\nGaby King Morse brings over 25 years of experience as a visionary leader in both non-profit and for-profit sectors. At CWE\, she provides training and technical assistance to women entrepreneurs across New England and partners with organizations to influence policies that propel women entrepreneurs forward. She has also co-founded Fernwood Cove\, a private all-girls summer camp in Maine\, and serves on the advisory board for Mentorworks. She holds a degree from Cornell University and an MBA from Babson College.   \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: Using Data and Evidence to Support Women’s Entrepreneurship\n\n\n\n\nLucia Sanchez \n\n\n\nVice President of Impact & Learning\, Center for Women & Enterprise (CWE)  \n\n\n\nLucia Sanchez leads CWE’s efforts to become a dynamic learning hub that uses data and evidence to increase its impact. With nearly two decades of experience in economic development across public\, nonprofit\, and academic sectors\, she provides strategic leadership in shaping and executing impactful strategies to support women entrepreneurs. Prior to joining CWE\, Lucia spent 10 years at Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA)\, where she led the Entrepreneurship & Private Sector Development Program\, coordinating research networks and agendas to inform development policies and interventions. She holds a Master’s in Public Administration in International Development (MPA/ID) from Harvard University.  \n\n\n\n\n\nYing Gao\, PhD Senior Policy Manager\, J-PAL Global at MIT   \n\n\n\nYing Gao is a Senior Policy Manager at J-PAL Global at MIT\, where she drives evidence synthesis and generation\, policy engagement\, and partnership development in the Firms (private sector development) sector. She also conducts research on the relationship between economic informality and social behavior in Southeast Asia and Latin America. She previously worked on sustainable urban and regional development initiatives at the United Nations Human Settlements Programme\, and was a corporate finance associate at the Development Bank of Japan. \n\n\n\nYing holds a PhD in Political Science and a Master in City Planning from MIT\, and a BSci in Foreign Service from Georgetown University. \n\n\n\n\n\nNina Teng Director of Global Entrepreneurship & Ecosystems\, Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship  \n\n\n\nNina Teng is a Lecturer and Entrepreneur-in-Residence at MIT\, focusing on evidence-based approaches to entrepreneurship education. She is also a PhD candidate in Strategy and Entrepreneurship at the London Business School\, studying how organizations scale up radical innovations through strategic positioning and fundraising. Nina holds a Master’s in Public Administration in International Development (MPA/ID) from Harvard University.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nSession 2: Policy and Practice Panel Discussion\n\n\n\n\nMichelle Miller Vice President of Program Operations\, CWE  \n\n\n\nMichelle Miller oversees CWE’s six programmatic hubs\, including five Women’s Business Centers and the regional center. She ensures that CWE’s programs effectively support women entrepreneurs at various stages of their business journeys.   \n\n\n\n\n\nAnuradha Yadav Executive Director\, Women Of Color Entrepreneurs (WOCE)  \n\n\n\nAnuradha Yadav co-founded WOCE to create an inclusive community supporting women of color entrepreneurs. With a background as a corporate attorney at State Street Bank and Ropes & Gray\, she has led organizations like Fairmount Innovation Lab and TiE-Boston\, focusing on fostering entrepreneurship. She is also a Trustee Emerita of the University of Vermont. \n\n\n\n\n\nShonté Davidson CEO\, Better Together Brain Trust (BT2)  \n\n\n\nShonté Davidson is the CEO and co-founder of BT2 Energy\, a Boston-based clean energy firm leading community-driven solutions in transportation electrification and building decarbonization. With over a decade of experience in supplier diversity and program implementation\, she has built a track record of turning bold ideas into scalable\, equitable initiatives—most notably securing a City of Boston contract to install curbside EV charging stations. Recognized as one of MassLive’s 2025 Black Leaders of Massachusetts and a recipient of multiple industry awards\, Shonté continues to champion inclusive growth\, strategic partnerships\, and innovation in the clean energy sector. \n\n\n\n\n\nMadeline Cabrera\, PhD Co-founder & President\, Emmaty\, Inc.  \n\n\n\nDr. Madeline Cabrera leads Emmaty\, a technology and innovation company supporting women entrepreneurs. She holds a Ph.D. in Systems Engineering from The George Washington University and has completed a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at Harvard’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. \n\n\n\n\n\nKatie Bouton Founder & Managing Partner\, TAVO  \n\n\n\nKatie Bouton brings 30 years of expertise in human capital\, talent acquisition\, and business strategy. She founded Koya Leadership Partners\, an executive search firm for the social impact sector\, and led it to a successful exit in 2019. At TAVO\, she continues to support mission-driven organizations in scaling their impact. She has a Master’s in Human Resource Development from Towson University and a Bachelor’s in English\, Journalism\, and Women’s Studies from the University of New Hampshire.  \n\n\n\n\nFacilitators & Moderators\n\n\n\n\nPriya Iyer Adjunct Professor\, Carroll School of Management\, Boston College  \n\n\n\nPriya Iyer is a high-growth serial entrepreneur with a track record of delivering exceptional stakeholder value. She has served as Chairman\, CEO\, board member\, investor\, and operating partner at various technology and services companies. Most recently\, Priya was CEO of Concertiv\, a leading fintech procurement-as-a-service platform\, and is an Operating Partner at Long Arc Capital\, a growth equity firm based in NYC. She was previously Chairman & CEO of Vee24\, an omnichannel customer experience platform\, and Chairman & CEO of Anaqua\, Inc.\, an Intellectual Asset Management platform valued at over $3B. Priya has a Bachelor’s from Anna University Chennai and an MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management.  \n\n\n\n\n\nCarol Campbell Commissioner\, Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women  \n\n\n\nCarol Campbell is the President/CEO and Founder of Chicopee Industrial Contractor\, certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise. With a degree in Organizational Leadership from UMASS/Amherst\, she has developed a corporate culture emphasizing stakeholder engagement and women’s leadership. Carol joined the commission as an appointee of Governor Baker in 2022.
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/a-panel-from-insight-to-impact/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T173000
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SUMMARY:Full Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For FY25\, MCSW’s Monthly Full Commission Meeting is held on the Fourth Tuesday of every month from 4:00 – 5:30pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Mary-dith Tuitt. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\nMay 27 2025 Full Commission AgendaDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/full-commission-meeting-24/
CATEGORIES:Full Commission,State Commissions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20240920T180545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T140818Z
UID:10002072-1748361600-1748367000@masscsw.org
SUMMARY:Full Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For FY26\, MCSW’s Monthly Full Commission Meeting is held on the Fourth Tuesday of every month from 4:30 – 6:00pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Mary-dith Tuitt. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\n9-24-2024 Full Commission Agenda (1)Download
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/full-commission-meeting-16/2025-05-27/
CATEGORIES:Full Commission,State Commissions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20241203T152744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T165648Z
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SUMMARY:MCSW Virtual Public Hearing - Women of Color
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: This event is rain or shine.Fees: This event is free and open to all. \n\n\n\n\n\nSave the Date\n\n\n\nWe want to hear from you! \n\n\n\nJoin the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW) and partners for a virtual public hearing focusing on the issues women of color face here in the Commonwealth. \n\n\n\nIn 2021\, the MCSW released a report on the impact of COVID-19 and related recommendations to improve the status of all women of color here in the Commonwealth. As we reflect on the 5 years since COVID\, we’re releasing an updated survey and holding a public hearing to hear from you regarding issues that women of color face here in Massachusetts. \n\n\n\nPublic Hearings are an opportunity for women across the Massachusetts to give testimony on issues that matter most to them\, which directly inform MCSW’s policy priorities. The event is free and open to the public – and entirely virtual. Leaders and residents from across the Commonwealth are invited to attend\, and testimony is open to any member of the public\, including elected officials\, to learn more about the topic at hand and hear directly from residents and constituents. \n\n\n\nTranslation\, ASL\, and other language and accessibility options are available – register to indicate your need. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nWhat: MCSW Virtual Public Hearing: Impact of Issues on Women of Color in MAWhen: Tuesday\, May 20\, 2025Time: 6-8pm ETWhere: Register here! \n\n\n\nWhy: The Commission holds multiple public hearings around the Commonwealth each year. The purpose of our public hearings is to give community stakeholders the opportunity to discuss issues and concerns important to women\, as well as the gaps or barriers they have experienced in the provision of services available. \n\n\n\nWe’re seeking registrants to give testimony on issues facing women\, children\, and families across the Commonwealth. Your input on issues that matter to you directly informs the MCSW legislative agenda and policy priorities. Join us and make your voice heard! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead the Report:\n\n\n\nImpact of COVID-19 & Related Recommendations to Improve the Status of Women of ColorDownload\n\n\n\nWatch our virtual public hearing back in 2021 featuring Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley – and then join us five years later to help launch an updated survey and make your voice heard!
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/mcsw-virtual-public-hearing-women-of-color/
CATEGORIES:Public Hearings,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20250515T183604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T183607Z
UID:10001137-1747756800-1747762200@masscsw.org
SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nFor FY25\, MCSW’s monthly Executive Committee Meeting is held on the Third Tuesday of every month from 4:00pm – 5:30pm ET. Chaired by Commissioner Mary-dith Tuitt. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\n5-20-2025 Executive Committee AgendaDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/executive-committee-meeting-26/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Executive Committee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20250507T120635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T120639Z
UID:10001258-1746716400-1746720000@masscsw.org
SUMMARY:Finance Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For FY25\, MCSW’s Monthly Finance Committee Meeting is held on the Second Thursday of every month from 3:00pm – 4:00pm. Chaired by Commissioner Tanisha Arena. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\n05.08.2025 Finance Committee AgendaDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-24/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Finance Committee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20230725T155806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T150731Z
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SUMMARY:Regional Chairs Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nMCSW’s monthly Regional Chairs Meeting is held on the first Tuesday of every month from 7:00 – 8:00pm ET. Register to join.
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/regional-chairs-meeting-2/2025-05-06/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Regional Chairs Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20250503T125231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T125234Z
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SUMMARY:Legislative and Public Policy Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nMCSW’s monthly Legislative and Public Policy Committee Meeting is held on the First Tuesday of every month from 5:30-6:30pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Guimel DeCarvalho. \n\n\n\n\n\n5.6.2025 Legislative Meeting AgendaDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/legislative-and-public-policy-committee-meeting-23/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Legislative & Public Policy Committee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T235959
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20241107T154933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T143959Z
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SUMMARY:Girls Empowerment Leadership Initiative Summit 2025
DESCRIPTION:Register a Group for GELI 2025\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister as an Individual for GELI 2025\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Girls Empowerment Leadership Initiative – also known as GELI! \n\n\n\nGet ready to UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL at the 2025 GELI Summit! If you’re a fierce female between 14-22 interested in STEM and leadership in your community\, this is YOUR moment to shine alongside the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW)\, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI)\, and the Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL). \n\n\n\nThis isn’t just an event – it’s your launchpad to becoming an extraordinary change maker in science\, leadership\, and community impact. \n\n\n\nWe hope you join us at this year’s groundbreaking GELI Summit! Registration is now open – register here. \n\n\n\nMark Your Calendars and register to join us on Thursday\, April 24\, 2025. \n\n\n\nCentering this year’s MCSW GELI Summit around STEM/STEAM presents a unique opportunity to empower girls in the fields of ocean science\, biology\, and engineering. Both organizations are committed to advancing scientific understanding of the ocean and its ecosystems\, and by focusing on female participation\, they can inspire the next generation of women leaders in these critical areas. This summit will provide girls with hands-on experiences and exposure to innovative research\, fostering their confidence and interest in STEM careers. By collaborating in this initiative\, we can equip young women with the skills and knowledge needed to advance the latest science and research. \n\n\n\nAre you ready to make waves? Join us and let’s rewrite the future\, one empowered young woman at a time! \n\n\n\nIf you know of someone who would be interested in joining us\, help us spread the word!  \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email: MCSWprograms@mass.gov. \n\n\n\nWhat’s in Store? \n\n\n\n\nDive deep into STEM/STEAM adventures\n\n\n\nConnect with groundbreaking ocean science experts\n\n\n\nBuild leadership skills that will transform your future\n\n\n\nNetwork with incredible peers who are ready to change the world\n\n\n\nTransportation\, lunch\, and more will be provided\n\n\n\n\nAccommodations Available: If you are a D/deaf or person hard of hearing with a disability who requires an accommodation or are someone who would benefit from language interpretation in a language other than English (ex: Spanish\, Portuguese\, etc.)\, require physical access accommodations or any other supports to participate\, please indicate your need(s) on the registration form or email MCSWPrograms@mass.gov. In your message\, please provide your contact information and accommodation request. \n\n\n\nGELI 2025 Flyer EnglishDownload\n\n\n\nGELI 2025 Flyer EnglishDownload\n\n\n\nGELI 2025 Flyer PortugueseDownload\n\n\n\nGELI 2025 Schedule and AgendaDownload\n\n\n\nGELI 2025 Workshop DescriptionsDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/girls-empowerment-leadership-initiative-summit-2025/
LOCATION:Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution\, 86 Water Street\, Falmouth\, Massachusetts\, United States
CATEGORIES:GELI,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20250418T153833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T153837Z
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SUMMARY:Full Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For FY25\, MCSW’s Monthly Full Commission Meeting is held on the Fourth Tuesday of every month from 4:00 – 5:30pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Mary-dith Tuitt. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\nApril 22 2025 Full Commission AgendaDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/full-commission-meeting-23/
CATEGORIES:Full Commission,State Commissions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20240920T180545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T140818Z
UID:10002071-1745337600-1745343000@masscsw.org
SUMMARY:Full Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For FY26\, MCSW’s Monthly Full Commission Meeting is held on the Fourth Tuesday of every month from 4:30 – 6:00pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Mary-dith Tuitt. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\n9-24-2024 Full Commission Agenda (1)Download
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/full-commission-meeting-16/2025-04-22/
CATEGORIES:Full Commission,State Commissions
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20250411T171432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T171436Z
UID:10001136-1744732800-1744738200@masscsw.org
SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nFor FY25\, MCSW’s monthly Executive Committee Meeting is held on the Third Tuesday of every month from 4:00pm – 5:30pm ET. Chaired by Commissioner Mary-dith Tuitt. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\n4-15-2025 Executive Committee AgendaDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/executive-committee-meeting-25/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Executive Committee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20240906T164640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T171601Z
UID:10001257-1744297200-1744300800@masscsw.org
SUMMARY:Finance Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For FY25\, MCSW’s Monthly Finance Committee Meeting is held on the Second Thursday of every month from 3:00pm – 4:00pm. Chaired by Commissioner Tanisha Arena. Register to join.
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-16/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Finance Committee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20230725T155806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T150731Z
UID:10000339-1743534000-1743537600@masscsw.org
SUMMARY:Regional Chairs Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nMCSW’s monthly Regional Chairs Meeting is held on the first Tuesday of every month from 7:00 – 8:00pm ET. Register to join.
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/regional-chairs-meeting-2/2025-04-01/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Regional Chairs Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20250331T160221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T172248Z
UID:10001318-1743528600-1743532200@masscsw.org
SUMMARY:Legislative and Public Policy Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rain date: Virtual – this event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nFees: Free and open to all.\n\n\n\n\nMCSW’s monthly Legislative and Public Policy Committee Meeting is held on the First Tuesday of every month from 5:30-6:30pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Guimel DeCarvalho. \n\n\n\n\n\n4.1.2025 Legislative Meeting AgendaDownload
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/legislative-and-public-policy-committee-meeting-22/
CATEGORIES:State Commissions,Legislative & Public Policy Committee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T191037
CREATED:20250321T122039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T122043Z
UID:10001519-1742918400-1742923800@masscsw.org
SUMMARY:Full Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For FY25\, MCSW’s Monthly Full Commission Meeting is held on the Fourth Tuesday of every month from 4:00 – 5:30pm ET.  Chaired by Commissioner Mary-dith Tuitt. Register to join. \n\n\n\n\n\nMarch 25th 2025 Full Commission Agenda (1)Download
URL:https://masscsw.org/event/full-commission-meeting-22/
CATEGORIES:Full Commission,State Commissions
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