What is the Stanislaus County Commission for Women?

On July 1, 1979 the Stanislaus County Commission for Women (SCCW) was established as an independent, non-governmental organization to promote an awareness of issues that concern women.  The Commission receives no governmental funding.

Mission Statement:

Stanislaus County Commission for Women is committed to supporting a coordinated effort by concerned groups and individuals in Stanislaus County to develop more fully the potential of all women.

As a commission we support:

• Pro-choice and reproductive rights
• Gender pay equity
• Adequate funding for women and children's health issues and research
• Ending violence against women
• Adequate, safe and affordable child care and child care issues
• Anti-discrimination based on sexual orientation