The Commission advises the County on violence against women, healthcare, gender discrimination, economic opportunities, caregiving and education issues.
Abouth the Commission:
The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) consists of volunteer members appointed by the Arlington County Board for three-year terms. The Commission was first established in 1974 as an advisory committee to the County Board. In 1980, the Board redesigned the committee as a permanent commission to advise the County on a variety of issues affecting women today. A Resource &
Flash back to last Thursday where the community came together for survivors at the 2026 Take Back the Night. A huge thank you to for their work each and every year. Remember: we believe you. You are not alone. 🩵🩵🩵🩵
04/09/2026
📣 Save the Date: 2026 Take Back the Night Rally
Join us for this year’s Anti-rape Rally Take Back the Night as we come together to raise awareness, support survivors, and stand against sexual violence.
We are honored to welcome guest speaker Stephen Snyder-Hill.
If you’re interested in sharing your voice, we invite you to sign up in advance to speak out:
👉 https://rallyagainstrape.org/speak-out/
🗓️ April 30, 2026
We hope to see you there as we stand together in strength, solidarity, and support. 💜
Through her leadership, passion, mentorship and commitment to our community, Valeria Lopez is making a lasting impact in Arlington. We were proud to honor her at this year’s Women of Vision Awards.
🎥 Watch her story and hear what inspires her vision for the future.
We are proud to recognize Paula Fynboh as a 2026 Woman of Vision.
Her dedication, leadership, and impact exemplify the strength and vision that drive our community forward.
📽️ Learn more about her work and the inspiration behind it.
This week, we had the honor of celebrating incredible women who are shaping our community for the better.
Monica Lozano Caldera, is our 2026 Women of Vision Government honorees. Her work reminds us what’s possible when vision meets action.
▶️ Watch and be inspired.
01/25/2026
Today is a perfect day submit your nominations for the 2026 Women of Vision Awards! there are three categories: Nonprofit, Business and Government! We know you know some amazing women in Arlington!
Submit the Nomination here: https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Commissions-and-Advisory-Groups/Commission-on-the-Status-of-Women/CSW-Women-of-Vision-Awards/CSW-Nomination-Form
The nomination deadline is on Friday, February 6, 2026 at 11:59PM
01/13/2026
It's that time of year again and we are excited to announce that Nominations for the 2026 Arlington County Virginia – Government Women of Vision Awards are OPEN! Submit your nomination online: https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Commissions-and-Advisory-Groups/Commission-on-the-Status-of-Women/CSW-Women-of-Vision-Awards/CSW-Nomination-Form
08/17/2025
Is your name on the board as a woman who inspires others? ♥️🧡💛💚🩵
08/16/2025
We think period products should be 🆓. Stop by our table if you agree.
We’re at the Arlington County Fair in the indoor (air conditioned) exhibition hall.
08/16/2025
Arlington County Fair. Lots of community input!