- CSW empowers women in Arlington and advocates for their social and economic interests. This includes addressing: Violence against women (sexual and domestic and street harassment)
- Women’s health and access to health care
- Awareness and prevention of gender discrimination
- Economic and employment opportunities
- Housing and transportation
- Care-giving (place-based living and childcare)
- Education
- Legal and human rights
- State legislation (for example, increasing penalties for stalking with a weapon; reducing state sales tax on food; and supporting victim participation and plea agreements)
In addition to advocacy, CSW holds educational workshops, public forums and cooperative efforts with the County Board and other women’s organizations.