Since 2005, the Southwest Women’s Law Center has advocated for New Mexico’s women and girls.
In that time we have beaten back numerous and continued challenges to New Mexico’s women+ and girls’ right to determine if, when and how they will have a child; have assisted in the passage of laws that guarantee pay equity for women and guarantee comprehensive medical insurance coverage of contraceptives, to name just a few. We give voice to those who feel they are not being heard and empower women to stand up for their rights. We advocate our State Legislature to enact new laws or to amend the law to make improvements. We also work with partners, collaborators, and with local businesses to make social changes that impact women+ and families, and we also advocate in the courtroom to make a system impact for women.
We work to harness the power of law, research, and creative collaborations to change the harsh realities and to create greater opportunities for women+ and girls in New Mexico to fulfill their personal and economic potential.
Economic Security
Southwest Women’s Law Center is dedicated to fighting for policies that ensure economic security for New Mexico women+ and families.
PFML
Women are often the primary caregivers; a PFML policy will allow them to take the time needed to address their health issues, care for a loved one, or bond with a newborn without the added stress of losing income.
Child Care Next Project (CCN)
The intention of the Child Care Next (CCN) project is to reimagine a system that is robust and responsive and improves the lives of all stakeholders, including Native Americans living on tribal lands or off-reservation.
Baby Bonds
Learn more about the baby bond program designed to narrow the racial wealth divide by ensuring every child starts with a solid foundation.
Past Advocacy and Policy Work
Your Impact. Their Future.
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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.
