• GFWC Signature Program: Domestic & Sexual Violence Awareness and Prevention (Link, Link)
  The goal of the GFWC Signature Program is to increase awareness of and help prevent the widespread occurrence of domestic and sexual violence in communities across the nation by working with national domestic violence networks, supporting existing activities, working with various established programs, and initiating educational opportunities for club members and local citizens. GFWC aims to be a powerful voice for victims and survivors. In partnership with GFWC and community members, we pledge to work together with passion and purpose to advocate for survivors of domestic and/ or sexual violence and to educate the public on the prevalence of domestic and sexual violence in our local communities and to improve outcomes for

• Juniors Special Program: Advocates for Children (Link, Link)
  GFWC Juniors’ Special Program: Advocates for Children is designed to encourage all Woman’s, Junior, Juniorette, and International Affiliate Clubs to make a difference in the life of a child by being an advocate. The program was envisioned as a way for clubwomen to provide a voice for children and to teach and encourage parents and other caregivers to advocate for children at the grassroots level.
  
  The definition of child advocacy is “support for children who are in a vulnerable position in society or in a vulnerable situation.” We aim to honor our roots and be a voice for children.

  GFWC advocates for children by working to:
  

  • Ensure that they are protected from harmful situations.
  • Encourage healthy physical and emotional lifestyles.
  • Impact policy to improve children’s lives.

• Arts & Culture CSP (Link, Link)
  The GFWC Arts and Culture Community Service Program promotes and supports art and cultural programs in communities nationwide, and works to expand understanding on every level, from local and regional to national and international. Our goal is to create projects that include crafts, dance, drama, food, music, and other manifestations of art and culture that develop skills, awareness, and appreciation. It is designed to inspire and ignite a desire to make the world a more beautiful, thoughtful, and caring place.

• Civic Engagement & Outreach CSP (Link, Link)
  The GFWC Civic Engagement and Outreach Community Service Program reminds us that each of us is part of a larger society and is responsible for undertaking actions that will create a better quality of life and foster a sense of community—locally, regionally, nationally, and globally. GFWC focuses on addressing issues of public concern. GFWC’s focus continues to be addressing issues impacting our local, state, and national communities.
  
  Citizenship, crime prevention, safety, disaster preparedness, serving the hungry, unhoused, those in need, and recognizing military personnel and veterans are just a few of the many areas GFWC members have impacted throughout our history.

• Education & Libraries CSP (Link, Link)
  Since its inception, GFWC has advocated passionately for the advancement of women and children through education. Education is the one thing that has the potential to level the playing field for all Americans. Every community in every state and region of the country is impacted.
  
  According to the American Library Association, GFWC is credited with founding approximately 474 free public libraries and 4,655 traveling libraries. Supporting local libraries continues to be one of GFWC’s priorities today.
  
  GFWC promotes education for both children and adults. Projects in the Education and Libraries Community Service Program are designed to foster schools and other educational institutions and opportunities, and promote libraries, literacy, and reading good books. Through these efforts, we encourage the growth of individuals and communities at home and around the world.
  
  
• Environment CSP (Link, Link)
  GFWC recognizes the importance of preserving our world environment for the generations to come. In fact, it is a program area near and dear to the GFWC ethos in that when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Executive Order creating the unified National Park System in June 1933, GFWC members played an integral role on the frontlines in their communities advocating for the protection and preservation of lands for public use and recreation.
  
  Continuing our legacy of environmental advocacy is more important than ever; there is much we can do to preserve the world’s resources, protect wildlife and domesticated animals, live sustainably, beautify our communities, and enjoy nature. With many of the world’s scientists forecasting a climate emergency, we are called upon to act now. It is vitally important that we do our part to care for and heal our planet..
  
  
• Health & Wellness CSP (Link, Link)
  

This Community Service Program aims to explore the various opportunities for awareness and advancement of disease prevention, nutrition, physical, and emotional well-being.

• Disease awareness and prevention involve understanding the causes, symptoms, and ways to prevent diseases, including social determinants and health inequity. This includes screenings, vaccinations, and sharing information.
  
• Nutrition is a key element in the quest for good health. Wise food choices, proper usage of vitamins and supplements, and food allergy awareness help maintain a healthy lifestyle.
  
• Physical and emotional care encompass behaviors to manage a healthy body, mind, and spirit throughout life. This includes physical, intellectual, emotional, spiritual, environmental, and social well-being.