Women deserve better. No one should force women to be pregnant against their will. Women deserve support – not judgment – in their reproductive health care decisions. ~ Christian F. Nunes, National NOW President
On the Record
Looking Out for Our Youth During This Year’s Ally Week
Released on September 25, 2023
Statement by NOW President Christian F. Nunes WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ally Week is a youth-led campaign that rallies students and staff to be effective allies for LGBTQIA+ youth. Young people already face many hardships, whether it’s stress over impendi Read more …
NOW Supports Hispanic Women of Today – and Tomorrow
Released on September 15, 2023
Statement by NOW President Christian F. Nunes WASHINGTON, D.C. – From politics and activism to the arts, sciences, and business, Latine and Hispanic women have left a lasting mark on American history. As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we recogni Read more …
Fight for Voting Rights, Equality Continues
Released on August 22, 2023
Statement by NOW President Christian F. Nunes WASHINGTON, D.C. – In 1971, Congress designated August 26 as Women’s Equality Day to mark the date in 1920 when the 19th Amendment finally guaranteed women’s right to vote. This day marks a significant Read more …
60 Years Onward: Continuing the March on Washington’s Resilience
Released on August 18, 2023
Statement by National NOW President Christian F. Nunes Washington, D.C. – In advance of the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington, National Organization for Women (NOW) National President Christian F. Nunes’ issued the following statement: “W Read more …
NOW Commemorates International Day of World’s Indigenous People
Released on August 9, 2023
As we observe today’s International Day of Indigenous People, NOW members celebrate the vibrant cultures, languages, traditions, and accomplishments of Indigenous people in the U.S. and around the globe.
Equal Worth, Equal Pay
Released on July 27, 2023
Statement by NOW President Christian F. Nunes WASHINGTON, D.C. – A quarter, a nickel, and three pennies is the typical difference between the amount that Black women are paid for a full-time job versus their white, non-Hispanic male counterparts. An Read more …
The Law is Not Enough
Released on July 26, 2023
Statement by NOW President Christian F. Nunes WASHINGTON, D.C. – This month is widely known for celebrating themes of freedom and independence in the United States. However, for many, those themes didn’t emerge until July 2, 1964; Civil Rights Signin Read more …
Human Beings Are Not Cargo or Currency
Released on July 26, 2023
Statement by NOW President Christian F. Nunes WASHINGTON, D.C. – Let’s raise awareness and shed light on the horrific practice of human trafficking during this year’s World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Women and girls represent 65 percent of a Read more …
Disability Pride Month Highlights Need for Advocacy
Released on July 6, 2023
Statement by National NOW President Christian F. Nunes WASHINGTON, D.C. – In July, we recognize Disability Pride Month to celebrate the 36 million women in the United States with disabilities. We acknowledge these women’s tremendous successes and ach Read more …