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A Dynamic Approach to Helping Women and Their Families

Crittenton Women's Union breaks new ground daily helping low-income women achieve economic independence. In one organization, we combine direct service programs, independent research, and public advocacy. Our clients' determination to overcome poverty informs our search for solutions and inspires our call for change.

Transforming Lives

Crittenton Women’s Union transforms the lives of 1,400 people each. Learn more about how CWU is creating opportunities for economic independence!

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Mass Index 2013Massachusetts Economic Independence Index and Hot Jobs 2013

What are the real costs of living in Massachusetts in 2013? Which jobs pay a family-sustaining wage? Find out.

» Read The Massachusetts Economic Independence Index 2013 Report

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Economic Independence Calculator

What are the real costs of living in Massachusetts in 2013? This invaluable interactive tool will allow you to easily determine how much it costs for a specific family-type to live in any community in Massachusetts.

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What's New at CWU

June 19, 2013

Commission to Build a Healthier America

Four years after the release of the initial recommendations, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is reconvening an independent, nonpartisan group of commissioners who will provide new guidance to improve the health of all Americans. At a public meeting on June 19, experts, including CWU President/CEO Elisabeth D. Babcock, MCRP, PhD, will provide testimony on innovative models, programs and key research.

May 20, 2013

Mary Jane's Story

My name is Mary Jane and I am a single mother of an energetic six year old. I found Crittenton Women’s Union in 2008. The economy had just crashed, and I had been laid off from my job as a supervisor and soon after that I became homeless. My son was only 8 months old. I was scared and I needed help. I had always worked one or two jobs and was able to get by, but things were different now.

May 13, 2013

Woman to Woman Graduation

Please join us on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 as the Woman To Woman program will be graduating its winter/spring 2013 class, "Save a Sister, Save Yourself (S.A.S.S.Y.)".


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