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As an organization, we are proud to have a diverse team who can serve as powerful spokespeople on a range of topics. From our rich history to our current initiatives and partnerships, our team members are available to speak and share insights that inspire action and promote social justice. Contact us if you are interested in speaking with someone at The Women’s Building, whether it’s about our work, our history as an organization or inviting a spokesperson to your events. Please send an email to Maria Arteaga Villamil at maria@womensbuilding.org or call (415) 651-3258

San Francisco mural is named a top tourist destination

Maestrapeace, the mural that covers The Women's Building in San Francisco, has been named as a top tourist destination by TripExpert. The original muralists are raising funds to create a tabletop book on the iconic mural. By ABC News.

Anniversary Celebration

Women's Building to celebrate 45 years with party

The Women's Building will mark its 45th anniversary with a gala celebration next week that will bring out founding members, past leaders, community members, and local artists. By Bay Area Reporter.

Celebrating women environmentalists during Women's History Month

Throughout Women's History Month, the San Francisco Environment Department spotlights the increasing prominence and influence of women in the environmental movement, with TWB proudly featured among them! By San Francisco Environment Department, 03/01/2024

Solutions to Close the Gender Economic Gap

On the occasion of IWD 2023, our ED, Tania Estrada, joined in a thought-provoking discussion on women's leadership and the path to gender equity in the workplace. The event featured a dynamic panel of experts who explored the challenges and opportunities for women in leadership positions and the importance of supporting women's advancement in all sectors. By World Affairs Forum.

September 22, 2021

MICROPIXIE RELEASES NEW VIDEO IN HONOR OF INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY, “COMO MÍNIMO”

The video was produced, directed and edited by Micropixie with an all-female crew, who were mostly women of color, and shot in the rapidly-gentrifying Mission district of San Francisco with some famous neighborhood locations: The Women’s Building, Lovejoy’s Tea Room, and Radio Habana Social Club.

August 26, 2020

Benjamin Moore Partners with National Trust for Historic Preservation on Campaign Celebrating Women’s Heritage

Together, Benjamin Moore and the National Trust identified sites rooted in women’s history and will help restore these places to their former glory. By BusinessWire.

October 5, 2023

People For The Culture: The Women's Building

In honor of Latinx Heritage Month, Everlane shines a spotlight on impactful Latinx organizations driving positive change in the United States. This time, in a conversation with Tania Estrada, The Women's Building ED, they discuss our pioneering role as a women-led community center.

10 LGBTQ+ historic sites to visit, beyond Stonewall

The Washington Post explores the significance of LGBTQ historic sites and the stories they reveal about our American past. We're thrilled that The Women's Building is among the featured sites, alongside Compton's Cafeteria.

Storied: San Francisco Podcast

Our Community Engagement Coordinator and Content Specialist were invited to participate in the latest episode of Storied: San Francisco Podcast, where they talk about how they ended up here and the history of The Women's Building and women's movement in the city.

September 26, 2022

Juana Alícia, one of the The women’s building muralists, speaks truth to power through art.

Juana Alicia has painted several murals throughout the Mission District, including the one on The Women's Building, and she said much of her work is rooted in activism. Published by Axios San Francisco.

September 22, 2022

What to know about digital privacy in a post-Roe world.

The Women’s Building ED Malea Chavez, talks with el Tecolote Newspaper about the challenges to access reproductive health resources in a pos-Roe world.

Places of Latino LGBTQ Gathering Spaces

The Women’s Building has a relevant place within the list of historic places celebrating Latino LGBTQ visibility and community in the U.S. Article by the National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior.

Explore Latine LGBTQIA+ Gathering Spaces

The Women’s Building highlighted as a Latine LGBTQIA+ Gathering Spaces on the Google Arts & Culture Pride Hub Project. By National Park Service, Museum Management Program Melissa Hurtado, Heritage Education Fellow; Jade Ryerson, Resource Assistant (Intern).

A Feminist Road Trip Across the U.S.

Check out this amazing route curated by Atlas Obscura with 12 stops (The Women’s Building of San Francisco included!) and more than 3,000 miles which will give you a front-row seat to women’s history in the U.S. Enjoy the reading!

LGBTQ Community Leaders Remember Sally Miller Gearhart

Remembering Carmen Vázquez, the first founding director of the Women’s Building.

On January 13th we remember Latina gender justice activist Carmen Vázquez, born #OTD in 1949. She spent her life advocating for the rights & dignity of #LGBTQIA+ people, immigrants, & elders. She passed in 2021 from COVID-19. Her legacy lives through The Women’s Building. By Mission Local.

December 20, 2024

Conciencia en Acción: Maria Arteaga (MX) Pertenencia y Migración: Un Camino Compartido

Maria Arteaga, our Development Manager, joins the Conciencia en Acción Podcast, to discuss The Women's Building's mission, the challenges of intersectionality in social projects, migration experiences, and our commitment to community transformation. A thoughtful conversation that captures the heart of our work and vision. Interview in Spanish. Watch the Video Here!

Spotlight: Maria Arteaga, TWB Content Specialist in Faces of SF Blog

During Women's History Month, our Content Specialist, Maria Arteaga, is featured in San Francisco Environment Department's blog series "Faces of SF." Don't miss her interview - check it out here! By San Francisco Environment Department, 03/31/2024

Female empowerment fundraiser honors SF Women’s Building director Tania Estrada

Local News Matters presents a retrospective of Tania Estrada's tenure as Executive Director of the Women's Building, highlights the fundraising event organized by St. Regis San Francisco and Veuve Clicquot to celebrate women on March 29, and showcases various opportunities for community involvement in The Women's Building's mission. By Local News Matters, published March 21, 2024

Community Spotlight: Meet the Inspiring Women Behind the Iconic Women’s Building

For this International Women's Day, we want to spotlight the efforts of women in our community who have each other's backs and offer support, featuring The Women's Building in the Mission. By FEAST Bi-Rite Blog, 03/08/2024.

Celebrating women environmentalists during Women's History Month

Throughout Women's History Month, the San Francisco Environment Department spotlights the increasing prominence and influence of women in the environmental movement, with TWB proudly featured among them! By San Francisco Environment Department, 03/01/2024

October 5, 2023

People For The Culture: The Women's Building

In honor of Latinx Heritage Month, Everlane shines a spotlight on impactful Latinx organizations driving positive change in the United States. This time, in a conversation with Tania Estrada, The Women's Building ED, they discuss our pioneering role as a women-led community center.

Encouraging Empowerment | TALRadio

Exclusive interview with Tania Estrada, the visionary CEO of The Women's Building in San Francisco. In this engaging episode, dive into the world of empowering spaces for women, as Tania shares her inspiring journey and the impactful work of The Women's Building. Discover how this organization is creating a safe haven for women, promoting gender equality, and fostering community connections. Tune in to gain valuable insights and be inspired by the incredible initiatives led by Tania and her team.

Storied: San Francisco Podcast

Our Community Engagement Coordinator and Content Specialist were invited to participate in the latest episode of Storied: San Francisco Podcast, where they talk about how they ended up here and the history of The Women's Building and women's movement in the city.

Waymo Partners with SF Nonprofits to Help Get Tax Refunds Back to the Community

Waymo Partners with SF Nonprofits to Help Get Tax Refunds Back to the Community. The Women's Building is proud to be a part of a new partnership with Waymo to transport people and goods across San Francisco as part of the Free Tax Help Bay Area program. As tax season ramps up, it's more important than ever to ensure that low-income families and individuals have access to reliable transportation and free tax support. Along with local nonprofits like United Way Bay Area, Bayview Hunters Point YMCA and YMCA of San Francisco , we're collaborating to scale our impact and connect communities in need. We're thrilled to be a part of this effort and can't wait to see the positive impact it has on our communities.Published by: Waymo.

NPO Spotlight – The Women’s Building

The Women’s Building has been featured in the latest article by SFTimes! The piece shines a spotlight on The Women's Building and our commitment to empowering women and creating a more equitable society. We are grateful for the recognition and look forward to continuing our work with our community.