About Faith In Women
Welcome to Faith In Women, where we strive to create a world where everyone has access to what they need, free from systems of hierarchy and oppression. We are dedicated to affirming and uplifting the dignity and bodily autonomy of every individual. Our mission focuses on addressing the unique challenges faced by women and girls in Mississippi, especially those from marginalized communities.
Our Cherished Vision is of a world
where everyone has what they need,
where systems of hierarchy and oppression no longer exist, and
where the dignity and bodily autonomy of every human is affirmed and uplifted.
In Mississippi, we’re not there yet.
At Faith in Women, we acknowledge that white supremacy, patriarchy, and Christian supremacy are forces that shape every aspect of daily life for Mississippians. These systems hurt everyone. But Mississippi’s women and girls, especially Black women and girls, face disproportionate obstacles to building the lives we dream of.
We’re underrepresented in public office
We’re prohibited from official leadership in the majority of Mississippi churches
We’re more likely to experience poverty
Our children are more likely to experience poverty
We earn 81 cents for every dollar a man earns
We’re more likely to face intimate partner violence
We’re more likely to die in childbirth, especially Black women
Our reproductive healthcare options are limited, especially for rural women
If we need an abortion, we are heavily restricted, stigmatized, and shamed
Even under these circumstances, Mississippi women have been on the forefront of every movement for justice and progress. And when we have what we need to thrive, amazing things happen- for everyone.
Our Commitment
At Faith In Women, we are committed to:
Empowering Women and Girls: Ensuring they have the resources and support needed to thrive.
Challenging Oppressive Systems: Working towards dismantling structures that perpetuate inequality.
Promoting Reproductive Justice: Advocating for comprehensive healthcare and bodily autonomy for all.
Our Impact
Education and Advocacy
We provide training and resources to faith communities, promoting compassionate care and informed advocacy.
Community Building
Offering knowledge and skills to empower women in their personal and professional lives.
Support Services
From mental health counseling to healthcare access, we ensure women receive the care they need.
Our Team
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Reverend Elizabeth Davidson has been deeply connected to Faith In Women since its inception, aligning perfectly with her calling as a United Methodist pastor. She first encountered Ashley and the mission of Faith In Women in 2015, during her initial Annual Conference of the Mississippi United Methodist Conference, where she was commissioned as a deacon. In her tradition, deacons are fully ordained clergy committed to equipping and engaging the faith community through "Word, service, justice, and compassion."
Reverend Davidson's work is enriched by collaborating with a diverse network of organizations and individuals dedicated to reproductive justice in Mississippi. Her efforts focus on educating and empowering people of faith to embrace reproductive justice as a vital aspect of their discipleship.
She passionately believes that bodily autonomy is fundamental to wellbeing—to feeling safe and loved. As Christians, Reverend Davidson emphasizes, our highest calling is to love our neighbors through both our actions and words.
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Our Supporters
We’re continually grateful for our community. So many individuals, partners, organizations, and foundations have made our work possible since 2015 through education, partnership, networking, and funding. Here are a few, and we hope you’ll take some time to check them out!
Partners and Friends in Mississippi and the Southeast
National Partners and Friends
Funding Partners
Join Us
We believe in a Mississippi where women and girls are valued as full human beings. Though we’re not there yet, we are dedicated to making this vision a reality. Join us in our mission to create a supportive, informed, and compassionate community.