Community Events
Community Events
Giving Them Voice: Tang Poetry and Universal Resonance
Tuesday, March 4th, 12-1pm at the Northridge Campus Library
"Celebrate Women’s History Month with a unique cultural event hosted by the ACC Asian American & Pacific Islander Cultural Center and ACC Library Services. Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Tang Dynasty poetry, translated and recited by Dr. Susan Wan Dolling, alongside a captivating cello performance by Dr. Chi-Hui Kao. Explore themes of love, loss, and longing in this vibrant cross-cultural experience." FREE.
"The Talk About It ACC program is a collaboration between the Austin Community Colleges District and Talk About It Campus Conversations that aims to improve the well-being of young Texans through equitable access to sexual health education, contraception, and resources for our target range of 18 – 29 years old on and off campus. Students are provided medically accurate information about their sexual and reproductive health and are connected to Healthcare providers in their surrounding community."
SHARP: Wednesday, March 12th, 10am-Noon and 1-3pm
"In-depth and interactive discussions on STI/HIV transmission, how to reduce the risk of transmission, contraception, goal setting, effective communication, and healthy relationships. Incentive: $75 gift card upon completion."
Plan A: Thursday, March 13th, Noon-1:15pm
"A 23-minute educational entertainment video. Plan A discusses birth control including abstinence, condom use and negotiation skills, STI/HIV risks and testing, emergency contraception, pregnancy prevention, and healthy communication with partners and healthcare providers. You can now complete Plan A individually and on your own time! Incentive: $15 gift card upon completion."
Tuesday, March 25th, Noon-3pm at the Round Rock Campus Student Life Lounge, Building 2000
"An event dedicated to showcasing the incredible talent, strength, and stories of women through film. This series will feature powerful movies with women in lead roles, highlighting diverse narratives, achievements, and the resilience of women in all walks of life. With fictional heroines, these films celebrate the depth and complexity of women’s experiences, giving voice to stories that deserve to be seen and heard."
The Austin Public Library Discusses Menopause
Is this Menopause? Approach to Common Symptoms in Midlife Women with Dr. Margaret Whitney
Tuesday, March 4th, 6:30-8pm at the Windsor Park Branch
"The menopause transition is only beginning to garner the attention it deserves – but can we attribute every symptom to menopause? In this talk we will explore common menopausal symptoms as well as other conditions that can present similarly." FREE.
Menopausal Hormone Therapy? Friend or Foe with Dr. Margaret Whitney
Monday, March 24th, 6:30-8pm at the North Village Branch
"Decades of public controversy over whether to use menopausal hormone therapy are coming to the forefront as an increasing number of women are hearing about its potential benefits. Join us for a discussion about what we know, what remains elusive, and whether hormone therapy might be right for you." FREE.
Wednesday, March 26th, 5:30-7:30pm at the Menchaca Road Branch
"The Exhibit, in partnership with APL, presents a special screening of The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause, a groundbreaking documentary film that explores the hidden impact of menopause on women's lives. Following the screening, join us for an empowering Q&A session led by an industry expert to discuss the film." FREE
Community Resources
Women-Serving Nonprofits
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Support Services
Brad and Ashley Stuver Foundation
League of Women Voters Austin Area
Muslim Community Support Services
Professional Women of Williamson County