Empowering New Mexico’s Women+ and Girls+ to Thrive
At the Southwest Women’s Law Center, we stand at the forefront of advancing economic security, protecting reproductive rights, and eliminating gender-based discrimination. Through bold advocacy, strategic partnerships, and community-driven action, we fight to create a future where every woman and girl has the opportunity to live with dignity, equality, and justice. Rooted in the principles of women’s law in New Mexico, our mission drives systemic change that impacts lives statewide. Together, we are building lasting change — one voice, one case, one victory at a time.
Economic Security
Increasing opportunities for women+ to reach their full economic and personal potential.
Advocacy & Policy
Advancing the well being, rights, and power of women+.
Reproductive Rights & Justice
Ensuring access to women’s reproductive health services and information in New Mexico.
Impactful Collaborations
Impactful Partnerships at the local, state, and national levels.
Health & Safety
Eliminating gender bias, discrimination, and harassment, and providing limited legal services.
We use the power of law, research, and creative collaborations to create greater opportunities for women+ in New Mexico.
Our work centers on issues that impact women+, including economic security, reproductive rights and justice, and gender-based violence and discrimination.
We Offer Legal Services and Advice
We provide legal advice and limited legal brief services to women and girls across New Mexico.
Advocating for Women in New Mexico.
Learn more about the areas of focus we represent at Southwest Women’s Law Center.
We are committed to a Reproductive Justice framework
Reproductive Justice framework encompasses a full spectrum view of reproductive issues, but it is more reflective of the experiences and population of New Mexico.
Your Impact. Their Future.
Contribute to SWLC — Your impact: immediate.
Stand with us. Together we can forge a future of equality, safety, and freedom for all women.
Get Legal Support
Access to legal & Health Care Resources
The Southwest Women’s Law Center provides free legal representation, advice, and brief services for Native women+ experiencing DV.
A Paid Family and Medical Leave policy is good for everyone!
Southwest Women’s Law Center focuses on issues that impact women+ and girls around reproductive rights, economic security, and gender discrimination.
We fight for policies that lift women and their families out of poverty, including pay equity, paid family and medical leave, and pregnant worker accommodation.
And we are taking a stand to end discrimination against women and girls in the workplace, school, and the university.
We are here for all women+ and girls in New Mexico.
Whether you are needing advocacy and resources or want to be a part of the solution, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out below, or give us a call.
Work with us.
The Southwest Women’s Law Center has opportunities to help us build our work on issues that impact women+ and girls in New Mexico. Be sure to visit our Jobs page to keep up with these opportunities.
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We advocate for statewide policies that promote health, safety, and economic equity, empowering women+ to realize their full potential. Sign up for our email list to stay informed about our work!
Your Impact. Their Future.
Your impact: immediate.
The Southwest Women’s Law Center focuses on issues that impact women and girls around reproductive rights, economic security, and gender discrimination.
We fight for policies that lift women and their families from poverty, including pay equity, paid family and medical leave, and pregnant worker accommodation.
Stand with us. Together we can forge a future of equality, safety, and freedom for all women.
