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Empowering Indigenous Girls

May 9, 2025 in , /by

by Margaret Gonsalves Before 2003 my empowerment programs for indigenous girls were totally from a patriarchal perspective. While studying Introduction to Feminist Theology with Mary E. Hunt many years ago, my heart sensed a feminine touch, and my spirit resonated with a feminist approach. It changed my outlook to welcome new ideas, promoting life fulfilling […]

Solidarity for All Women and Girls: In Process

May 9, 2025 in , /by

by Elise DeGooyer What if we already had a deep well of solidarity to draw from in standing against rampant patriarchy? What if we knew in our bones that the empowerment of women and girls in a corner of the furthest continent was inextricably linked to the well-being of women and girls nearest us? This […]

In Memory of Her – Mary Ann Lundy

April 1, 2025 in , /by

In Memory of Her Mary Ann Lundy  WATER joins colleagues and family in mourning the passing of Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) leader Mary Ann Lundy. Many WATER colleagues will recall her important role in the Re-Imagining Conference (1993) which brought feminist work in religion to a large, diverse, and very public audience. Find more about her wonderful […]

The Legacy of the Beguines of the 21st Century: Routes, Exchanges, and Possible Actions

April 1, 2025 in /by

The Legacy of the Beguines of the 21st Century: Routes, Exchanges, and Possible ActionsIvone Gebara, Mary E. Hunt, Isabel Gómez-Acebo, Elsa Tamez, Carmiña Navia, Judith Ress. The organization Tras las huellas de Sophia had the opportunity to once again gather with remarkable women, teachers, and companions on this journey. The webinar took place as a […]