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Purpose
The NAWBO Public Policy committee is responsible for promoting the interest of women business owners before the city, state and federal government and the private sector. The committee also reviews and recommends national and state legislation, which may be of interest to members of the Chapter. This committee also educates NAWBO members about the political process, development of their advocacy abilities and encourages their active participation in public and private sector policy making at all levels.
Mission
The mission of the NAWBO Public Policy Council is to drive positive change for women-owned businesses through Education, Grassroots Action, Coalitions and Advocacy.
When the Public Policy Council considers federal issues, particularly those in proposed or pending legislation or regulations, the Council seeks a Yes to the following questions before voting support:
1. Will the issue encourage job creation, innovation, and economic growth for women-owned businesses?
2. Will the issue (proposed legislation or regulation) foster entrepreneurial diversity?
3. Will the issue make government increasingly user-friendly and more effective in meeting the needs of entrepreneurs?
4. Will the matter result in good public policy that is in the national interest?
5. Will the matter improve America's global competitiveness?
Public Policy News
3/8/07 Yesterday, the Michigan Civil Rights Commission voted to adopt a report that examines the impact of Proposal 2 on Michigan, and makes recommendations for continuing to promote diversity and equal opportunity in compliance with the constitutional amendment. The Report was created in response to Governor Granholm's Executive Directive 2006-7, charging the Commission with investigating the impact of Proposal 2 on the state's efforts related to diversity and equal opportunity. For more information, click here
From the Public Policy Committee
The Public Policy Committee is looking for individuals who may act as an informational resource for the committee and who would be willing to share their experience of serving in a public office. If you have ever been elected, appointed, run or considered running for a public office please send your contact information to info@nawbogdc.org.
Check this page regularly for the Question of the Week from the NAWBO Greater Detroit Chapter Public Policy Committee.
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