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About CSW

The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) works with local, state and national organizations, communities, and businesses on issues that affect the quality of life of women. The Commission accomplishes its work through various committees that conduct studies, suggest areas of concern, assist in the investigation of complaints, and recommend action to the Commission. The Commission also makes recommendations to the City Council for actions it deems necessary to improve and uphold the opportunities for all people regardless of gender.

History of the Commission on the Status of Women

  • President John F. Kennedy signed Executive Order No. 10980 on December 14, 1961 to establish the President’s Commission on the Status of Women.
  • The North Carolina Council for Women was established in 1963 by Governor Terry Sanford.
  • The Domestic Violence Task Force was created in 1998 by Governor Jim Hunt.
  • The North Carolina Council for Women and the Domestic Violence Commission were consolidated in 2001 by Governor Mike Easley and members of the General Assembly.
  • The Commission on the Status of Women was established in 1973 by ordinance as an advisory group to the Greensboro City Council.

What are the Commission's Duties?

 In accordance with Greensboro Code of Ordinances (Section 2.350), the Commission on the Status of Women is assigned:

(1) To work toward the betterment of the status of women as it is affected by employment and educational opportunities, health, child care, welfare, financial, and community leadership services.
(2) To conduct surveys, public hearings, seminars and informational programs, receive and investigate complaints with the aim of harmoniously resolving the complaints, accumulate information on subjects affecting women, and to prepare a leadership roster of qualified women in the city.
(3) To make recommendations to the City Council for action it deems necessary in improving and upholding the opportunities in employment, education and community services for all people regardless of gender.
(4) To appoint, at its discretion, subcommittees to address specific problems relating to the status of women.
(5) To perform such other duties as may be assigned by the City Council.

What are Commissioners' Responsibilities?

  • Attend monthly meetings
  • Participate on one or more committees
  • Promote the CSW mission
  • Serve as a source to identify funding resources
  • Understand the history and functions of the Commission
  • Be knowledgeable of issues affecting the quality of life of women in Greensboro
  • Be a good public relations agent.