DFSA Blog
CAREER TIPS, INSPIRING STORIES AND THE LATEST DFSA NEWS
“Our Reproductive Abilities Do Not Define Us” with Senator Sarah Eckhardt
We sat down with Senator Sarah Eckhardt to talk abortion law and other barriers facing women+ in Texas.
Welcome Q&A: Lindy Warner Program Manager
We are so excited to welcome the newest member of our small but mighty team, Program Manager Lindy Warner!
How to Shop for an Affordable Work Wardrobe
The rising price of women’s apparel has made it difficult to shop for a wardrobe that you can enjoy and afford. We’re sharing some tips on how to build a versatile work wardrobe at a price that works for you!
Sustainable Fashion is Women’s Empowerment
Sustainable fashion is not just about protecting the environment; it’s about protecting women’s rights.
Important Employee Rights and How to Use Them: The Family and Medical Leave Act
Are you worried about what may happen to your job if you or a loved one falls ill? Learn about your options here!
DFSA is relocating!
Coming soon: our new home! We’ll have a new address, but our mission remains the same.
DFSA Dialogues: Katy Washburn
Katy Washburn sits down with us to discuss her time as a student and single mother, her difficulties with Lyme disease and the career path she’s currently walking with support from DFSA.
DFSA Dialogues: Harolyn Collins
Harolyn Collins describes her experience with DFSA: From how the community changed her life to her mission as a DFSA ambassador today.
Important Employee RIghts and How to Use Them: Equal Pay Act and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
In the U.S., far too many employers are getting away with discrimination and abuse in the workplace. Because we hope to aid women+ on their path to fulfilling and stable employment, we want to make sure they know how they’re protected against a hostile work environment.
Important Employee Rights and How to Use Them: The National Labor Relations Act
Workers who are aware of their right to unionize scare employers who regularly engage in employee exploitation. This is because companies are aware of the positive change that union representation nearly guarantees employees. Find out how to make that change here.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We meet women where they are, and we want our clients to see themselves represented in every aspect of who we are - staffing, volunteers, board members and partner organizations. We value women+ and are committed to serving and supporting women from diverse backgrounds.
Exploring Barriers to the LGBTQ+ Community's Financial Stability and How to Overcome Them
Because our mission is to empower women+ to achieve economic independence, we recognize that the LGBTQ+ community faces economic barriers through homelessness, unemployment, and hiring discrimination, that limit their ability to succeed as a group and as individuals.
We’re working to close the gender pay gap
The gender pay gap may be closing, but it’s closing very slowly…
Your Hour, Her Power Spotlight: Teresa Brinson
Not everyone’s path to success is linear… Hear from Teresa Brinson on the life experience that kickstarted her career as a storyteller.
2021 Annual Report
It’s here! Read about inspiring clients and volunteers and everything DFSA did last year to empower Austin women.
Season for Caring
We’re so excited to announce that one of our clients, Shilda Fresch, and her family have been selected for this year’s Season for Caring in partnership with Austin American-Statesman! Check out Shilda’s story here.
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