Wider Opportunities for Women Email Format
Public PolicyDistrict of Columbia, United States11-50 Employees
Wider Opportunities for Women (WOW) is a nonprofit organization focused on advancing economic independence for families, women, and girls, with activities conducted nationally and from its home base in Washington, DC. Since its founding in 1964, WOW has developed programs that improve literacy, build technical and non-traditional skills, support career development, and promote retirement security. In addition to direct programs, WOW pursues policy advocacy to promote economic security and collaborates with partners and coalitions across the country. Based in the District of Columbia, WOW operates as a small to mid-sized organization that works with a range of stakeholders to strengthen opportunities for its target population. Its work sits at the intersection of public policy and workforce development, aiming to create broader economic opportunities for women, girls, and families.