EQUITY e-newsletter: November 2004

Entrepreneurial Women with Disabilities: Creating Their Own Paths

ABLE OWNERS: Women with Disabilities Entrepreneurship Project (WDEP)

Paula Greenfield Washington, Ph.D., describes the Department of Labor Women's Bureau sponsored project (currently in Phase II) designed to support women with disabilities interested in starting their own businesses. Read more about the project and some of the success stories from Phase I.

ELECTION 2004: Candidates on Asset Building and Disability Issues

Find out more about the candidates' views on disability and asset building issues.

Regional Sites for the Women with Disabilities Entrepreneur Project

Microenterprise development organizations from four regions across the U.S. have been designated as the pilot sites for WDEP. Each site has developed their own unique model on how to serve disabled women entrepreneurs.

A New Beginning: Victoria Skelton

Despite an abusive childhood, growing up poor, and disabling mental conditions that at times have left her paralyzed by fear; Victoria Skelton does not waste time with blame or resentment. Finding the asset building program at the Women's Opportunities Resource Center (WORC) was just the start of her journey on the road towards economic self-sufficiency.

Making Self-Employment an Option for Women with Disabilities: Business Plans

One of the best ways to reduce some of the anxiety involved in starting a new business is to write a business plan. For people with disabilities, a business plan can help secure funding and simplify complex benefits questions.

EQUITY Responds: Answers to common questions received from either the Asset Building Community or the Disability Community

What is a PASS and how can it help people with disabilities interested in starting their own businesses?