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Women's History Month 2024: Resources and Recommendations

From March 1st through the 31st, Women's History Month celebrates the contributions of women throughout history.

Resources and Recommendations

Below are compiled lists with links to resources and recommendations that support women all over the nation. Whether local or national, these lists are an accessible way to learn about and celebrate Women's History Month. 

 

Local Women-Owned Businesses

Click here for a list of local women-owned hair & beauty businesses. 

Click here for a list of local women-owned restaurants. 

Click here for a list of local women-owned retail and boutique businesses. 

Click here for an overall list of Women-owned businesses in Spokane. 

No Transportation? Ride the Bus!

All student and employee Zagcards function as an unlimited Spokane Transit Authority (STA) bus pass. Just swipe your Zagcard in the fare box next to the bus driver and ride as much as you want free of charge! 

For more information on bus routes near the Gonzaga campus please click here

For more information on Spkane Transit buses please click here 

Local Spokane Organizations

Are you new to Spokane? Check out the Spokane Compass Club! The Spokane Compass Club is a women's social organization whose purpose is the development of fellowship and acquaintance among new and transitioning residents and assimilation into the life and social activities of the Spokane, WA community. 

Click here to learn more about the Spokane Compass Club! 

The Women's Opportunity Center offers holistic, restorative services for trauma services. Groups, classes, and learning opportunities aim to support healing and wellness while building a supportive community at no cost to participants. 

 

YWCA Spokane is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. 

Check out the YWCA page here for more information on supporting women, the services provided at YWCA, and the YWCA's contact information. 

Online Resources on Women's History Month

Click here for more information on Women's History Month

Click here to view a list of past themes for Women's History Month 

Click here for a brief history of Spokane's influential women. 

Local Events to Support Women

YWCA Spokane's Women of Achievement Awards Luncheon

Click here to register for this event!  

Come to the New Moon Art Gallery to explore "A Women's Art Show!"

Click here for more information on the gallery. 

Keep up on how Gonzaga's Clubs are Celebrating Women's History Month

Keep up with Gonzaga's Women in Business-related events by following their Instagram page: gonzagawib

Check out the Gonzaga University Events page for Women's History Month events occurring on campus: GU Events Page 

Visit the Zagtivities page for student-led events on Women's History Month: GU Zagtivities Page

Upcoming On-Campus Women's History Month

Symposium on the Past, Present, and Future of Chicano/a Studies: An Inland Northwest Summit in Honor of Dr. Deena González 

Date & Time: March 2nd, 1 - 5:30 p.m. 

Location: Hemmingson Auditorium 

To learn more about Dr. Deena Gonzalez's symposium, please click here! 

Visiting Writer Series: Laura Read 

Date & Time: March 21st, 4 p.m. 

Location: College Common in the Humanities Building 

To learn more about Laura Read, please click here! 

Virtual Events, Galleries, and Exhibitions for Women's History Month

Earning Their Wings: The WASPs of World War II and the Fight for Veteran Recognition 

Click here to register for this online event! 

Library of Congress, American Women: A Guide to Women's History Resources at the Library of Congress 

Click here to explore this guide on American women's history.