Awareness
World Mental Health Day 2025: How AWF Supports Women’s Mental Health in Atlanta
Every year on October 10, the world comes together to recognize World Mental Health Day, raising awareness of the challenges and advocating for care that is accessible to everyone. At the Atlanta Women’s Foundation (AWF), we believe that mental health is not a luxury – it’s a necessity. For women and girls across Metro Atlanta,…
Read MoreBeyond the Algorithm: Women’s Voices in the Age of AI
Featuring Dr. Maryam Alavi’s Take on AI’s Role in Career Growth Artificial intelligence is changing the way we work — from how we manage our inboxes to how we make big decisions. But as this technology becomes more and more prevalent, it raises an important question: Whose voices are shaping the future of AI in…
Read MoreFinding Greater Purpose Through AWF’s Inspire Atlanta Program
By Lynn Lewis, Founder of Lunar Real Estate Group, LLC Finding Greater Purpose Through AWF’s Inspire Atlanta Program I’ll never forget the moment it clicked. Driving home late after another long day at work, tired yet unable to quiet my mind, I heard an ad on NPR for Inspire Atlanta. At the time, I was…
Read MoreFulton County Commission Declares March 8th Atlanta Women’s Foundation Appreciation Day
In recognition of the Atlanta Women’s Foundation’s (AWF) dedication to empowering women and girls, the Fulton County Board of Commissioners has officially proclaimed Saturday, March 8, 2025, as Atlanta Women’s Foundation Appreciation Day in Fulton County. This declaration comes in celebration of International Women’s Day and highlights AWF’s ongoing commitment to breaking barriers and fostering…
Read MoreStepping Into the Shoes of Those in Need: The Inspire Atlanta Poverty Simulation
Imagine for a moment that you’ve just lost your job. Your savings are running out, bills are piling up, and the stress of making ends meet is becoming unbearable. Now, imagine trying to navigate this reality while also ensuring your children have food, shelter, and access to education. This is the experience participants in the…
Read MoreFrom Inspire Atlanta to Board Chair – Fiona Bell’s Journey
AWF Leadership: Q&A with Fiona Bell, Board Chair Fiona Bell, Director of State Government Affairs at Novelis, joined the Atlanta Women’s Foundation Board in July 2022 and began her two-year board chair term in July 2024. Learn more about Fiona’s journey from Inspire Atlanta to AWF Board chair. Q: As an Inspire Atlanta graduate from…
Read MoreMeet the 2025 Inspire Atlanta Class
AWF’s New Inspire Atlanta Class Continues to Raise the Bar to Support Women and Girls in Metro Atlanta The Atlanta Women’s Foundation (AWF) kicked off its 8th year of Inspire Atlanta with the class of 2025, which includes 32 members. Each year, participants are hand-selected to be part of the 4-month program of leadership…
Read More2024 Sue Wieland Embracing Possibility Award Honorees
The Sue Wieland Embracing Possibility Award is a special $20,000 grant given annually to one of the Atlanta Women’s Foundation’s grantee partner organizations. Every year, AWF selects an organization that demonstrates an outstanding ability to make a significant impact in the lives of women and girls through their ongoing work. The organization’s success is showcased…
Read MoreHow You Can Inspire Your Women and Benefit Your Company Through Inspire Atlanta
By Kate Pearch, Chief Strategy Officer at Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP and AWF Board Member Inspire Atlanta Impact Nearly eight years ago, a group of women leaders from a diverse group of Atlanta businesses sat in a Buckhead conference room, discussing a common need for a leadership program for the high-potential women in their…
Read MoreBeing the Change: A Single Mom’s Determination and Journey to Inspire Others
This blog was written by ZsaVette “Zsa” Ellis Eze, an AWF donor, volunteer, and Inspire Atlanta Class of 2023 graduate. There’s this saying, “I don’t look like what I’ve been through.” I faced housing insecurity during my senior year of college as a single mom. I’ve always believed in the power of being the change…
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