To advance gender equality and a supportive environment, the City of San Diego’s Commission on the Status of Women is launching a new Women’s Survey on International Women’s Day. This comprehensive survey, which will be sent out annually, aims to gather valuable insights into the experiences, challenges and aspirations of women in our vibrant communities.

“With women’s rights under attack across the nation, it is critical that we listen to women’s voices more than ever,” said City Councilmember Marni von Wilpert. “The results gathered from the Commission on the Status of Women’s survey will provide essential information to help the City understand how we can take action to empower women and girls throughout San Diego.”

The Commission on the Status of Women recognizes the significance of International Women’s Day as an occasion to amplify the voices of women and address the issues they face in various aspects of life.

“We believe that the voices of women are powerful catalysts for positive change. By conducting this citywide survey, we hope to gain insights that will inform our efforts to create a more inclusive and empowering community for everyone,” said Honorable Susan Davis, Commissioner, City of San Diego Commission on the Status of Women.

The survey covers a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:

·         Workplace Equality: Evaluating opportunities, pay equity and workplace policies.

·         Health and Well-Being: Assessing access to housing, healthcare, mental health awareness and wellness initiatives.

·         Education and Training: Identifying educational gaps, training opportunities and skill development programs.

·         Safety and Security: Understanding perceptions of safety and addressing concerns about public spaces.

·         Social and Cultural Participation: Exploring opportunities for civic engagement, community involvement and cultural inclusion.

San Diego women are encouraged to participate in this survey to share their valuable perspectives. All responses will be confidential, and participants will remain anonymous. The results will be compiled, analyzed and presented to the public in a comprehensive report.

The survey is now open and will close on Friday, June 7, 2024. To access the survey, visit datasd.typeform.com/womenandgirls.

About the Commission on the Status of Women

The Commission on the Status of Women is dedicated to promoting gender equality, advocating for women’s rights and addressing issues that impact women in San Diego. It serves as an advisory board to the San Diego Mayor, San Diego City Council and other City agencies regarding the needs and challenges of women. Learn more at sandiego.gov/status-of-women.