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Voices Heard
Women & Girls Speak: The Status of Women and Girls in 21st Century Northeast Florida Published, April 2004
The study was funded by the Women's Giving Alliance and the following funding partners:
- Jessie Ball duPont Fund
- Remmer Family Foundation
- River Branch Foundation
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
- Weaver Family Advised Fund for Education
- The Community Foundation in Jacksonville
The study includes findings drawn from:
- Archival and quantitative data by county
- Qualitative data to capture attitudes, perceptions of women and girls
The research findings cover the following subjects:
- Demographics
- Family
- Economic Autonomy
- Health and Well-Being
- Violence and Crime
- Representation and Leadership
- Resources and Support
The research has served several important purposes:
- Inform WGA and other donors so that their grants are targeted toward areas of greatest need and potential for impact.
- Influence the resources, services and support provided by community-based organizations, social service agencies, corporations and others.
- Provide information that will assist advocacy efforts designed to enhance the lives of women and girls and by doing so, improve our communities.
To access the Executive Summary and Full Report:
- Research Report (PDF format)
- Executive Summary (PDF format)
- Order Form (PDF format)
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