About Us
Since 1974, we have been celebrating, honoring, and empowering our campus community.
We do this through a diverse range of educational programs, resources, and advocacy
for all people.
Mission
CWGE promotes a campus culture and climate that supports principles of social justice,
equity, inclusion, and community. We advocate for a campus community that values the
safety, equality, and intellectual advancement of women and historically marginalized
groups at West Chester University.
CWGE provides education, resources, and advocacy primarily on gender-related issues.
We facilitate, sustain, and advance dialogue about how gender intersects with race,
ethnicity, class, sexual identity, ability, age, and nationality.
Our mission is accomplished through:
- Educational programs that address a wide range of social justice issues that affect
the success, well-being, and empowerment of women.
- Special events, workshops, and trainings that promote awareness of the ways in which
gender bias intersects with racism, classism, homophobia, and other forms of oppression.
- Leadership opportunities that build confidence and provide skills to enhance the personal
and professional growth of women.
- Coordinating campus wide violence prevention initiatives, including programming designed
to engage men as allies in violence prevention.
- Building allies and partners-in-movement through programming focused on healthier
forms of masculinity and the ways in which gender impacts our everyday lives.
- Information and referrals about issues that disproportionately impact women.
- Advocating for systemic changes that support women and historically marginalized groups.
FAQs
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Do you provide women's health services?
We are not a health clinic, but we can answer questions about your health concerns.
Visit
Student Health Services in Commonwealth Hall for your women's health services.
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Do you provide pregnancy tests?
No, we do not offer pregnancy tests. However, if you think you might be pregnant or
are pregnant, we can provide you with resources and support.
Student Health Services can provide pregnancy tests or you can pick one up at your local pharmacy.
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I am a guy. Can I visit the CWGE
Yes! Our
Masculinity Project focuses on the impact of gender on our everyday experiences. We encourage men to
participate in all of our programs.
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Can I work at the CWGE?
Our student staff is funded through work study. Contact us if you are interested in
working for the CWGE.