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    Women’s Advocacy

    Charities Advancing Shirley Chisholm’s Legacy


    Highly rated charities advancing gender equity, labor rights, and voter rights, echoing the spirit of the legendary Shirley Chisholm.



    In honor of Women’s History Month and the new film ‘SHIRLEY,’ which was produced by Royal Ties and Participant Media and in collaboration with Netflix, we’ve curated a list of charities focused on advancing gender equity, labor rights, and voter rights, echoing the spirit of the legendary Shirley Chisholm.

     

    About the film
    SHIRLEY’, which is available to stream on Netflix, shares Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm's groundbreaking legacy as the first Black congresswoman and her bold 1972 presidential campaign. Beyond her political achievements, Chisholm's advocacy for racial and gender equity resonates through her roles as educator, caregiver, and trailblazer in Congress. You can learn more about ‘SHIRLEY’ at Shirley1972.com.
     

    Special Feature: Shirley Chisholm Project at Brooklyn College
    Creating programming and a vibrant historical archive of Shirley Chisholm, this project is actively engaged in maintaining the legacy of Shirley Chisholm around the globe. To support, click on Shirley Chisholm Project at Brooklyn College.

    Our analysts have identified the below highly-rated charities. Click on the name of each organization to learn more about their mission, programs, and services, and consider making a donation via the Giving Basket.

    Charities That Advance Shirley Chisholm’s Legacy

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