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Before the Board of Supervisors in and for the
County of Monterey, State of California
Received a report from the Community Foundation
of Monterey County Entitled First Glance: Quality of life
of Women and Girls
Upon motion of Supervisor Potter, seconded by Supervisor Calcagno, and carried by those
members present, effective May 24, 2011, the Board hereby:
Received a report from the Community Foundation of Monterey County entitled First
Glance: Quality of life of Women and Girls.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on this 24`h day of May, 2011, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Supervisors Armenta, Calcagno, Salinas, Parker, and Potter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
I, Gail T. Borkowski, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors of the County of Monterey, State of California,
hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of an original order of said Board of Supervisors duly
made and entered in the minutes thereof of Minute Book 75 for the meeting on May 24, 2011.
Dated: May 31, 2011 Gail T. Borkowski, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
County of Monterey, State of California
By
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�This report is presented by the Women's Fund of Monterey County,
a field of interest fund of the Community Foundation for Monterey County
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Contents
I Key Themes
2-3 Economic Self-Sufficiency
4-5 Education and Leadership
6 Health
7 Safety
8-9 What We Can Do
Back Acknowledgements
FAST FACTS
Women and girls make up
479% of the population
of Monterey County
more than 194,000
of a total population
of 410,370 in 2009).
BACKGROUND
The Lives of Women & Girls in Monterey County is the next step in a process that
began in 2004. At that time, the Women's Fund of Monterey County and Tellus/
Diganos Center for Community Research published First Glance: Quality of Life of
Women and Girls report on the status of local women and girls. In 2011, local
researchers refreshed the data, convened focus groups and conducted key
interviews as the basis for this updated report.
Input from dozens of local girls, adult and elder women, representatives of service
agencies and public officials helped to provide focus and context for the findings.
The full report is not intended to be a comprehensive assessment of the quality of
life of women and girls, but a snapshot of the critical issues that currently impact
the women of our community and a call to action to address trends of concern.
OVERVIEW
The voices of women of all ages in Monterey County can be heard throughout
this report. We asked for their perspectives on their quality of life, their challenges
and their triumphs. They answered clearly and with candor. They told us of
aspirations for themselves and their families while describing the barriers they face
each day. They offered suggestions to policy makers for addressing key issues.
They did their part. We now ask you to listen, reflect and take action to support
their quest for better lives and brighter futures.
The following pages highlight a few of the quality-of-life indicators included in the
complete report. This Highlights piece brings the data to life, calling out
opportunities for further action and investigation. We offer this in service to our
vision of Monterey County as a place that supports all women to the fullest
extent in leading healthy, productive and fulfilling lives.
FORTH E FULL REPORT including links to sources visit:
www.cfmco.org/womensfund
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�When a woman thrives, her family thrives.
When a family thrives,
the community thrives.
ALEJANDRA'S STORY
Alejandro's mother has worked low-paying, back-breaking jobs since her youth. She
raised her daughters to dream of college, a career, and a happy family of their own.
For Alejandro, dreams are not enough. She is a leader in her high school. She studies
hard, mentors younger girls, including her sisters, dances to celebrate her culture
and is active in sports. She knows that for girls in her neighborhood college seems
out of reach. But Alejandro has learned determination from her mother and has
mentors to show her the way to a scholarship, to college and a career. And
Alejandro knows about self-reliance. She is bold and fearless. She is hope.
This report on the condition of women and girls in Monterey County is dedicated
to those who so generously shared their stories with us. Despite hardships and
obstacles these women never give up. They press on not just to survive but to
flourish and make their community a more equitable, safer and healthier place for
the next generation.
KEY THEMES
ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICENCY. Poverty is a pervasive problem
for women and girls in Monterey County who are trapped in low-paying jobs
without the means to support themselves and their families.
EDUCATION is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty, but many
low-income women face serious obstacles to realizing their educational
goals and hopes of stable, higher paying jobs.
Despite progress on many HEALTH indicators, serious disparities
persist along socioeconomic and demographic lines, particularly for
low-income and immigrant women.
SAFETY continues to be a concern for women of all ages who are
vulnerable to violence, harassment and bullying and don't feel empowered
to speak out and seek assistance.
Monterey County
Females
Source: US Census, American Community Survey, 2009
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Pervasive poverty affects the quality of life and future prospects of many women
and girls in Monterey County. While more women are in the workforce, they are
disproportionately represented in low-wage jobs. Economic hardships are driving
more elder women into the workforce. Housing costs and the struggling local
economy make it even harder to find or keep an affordable place to live. Finding
and paying for quality, reliable child care are major hurdles. Even though public
assistance is the main safety net for many poor women, some earn too much to
qualify for services but not enough to adequately provide for their families.
SNAPSHOT OF KEY DATA
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I in 7 women and girls
and 30.6% of single
mothers live in poverty.
Licensed childcare
an infant or tod
can range from
$7,000 to $10,000
annua
I in 7 women and girls and 30.6% of single mothers live in poverty
earning less than $22,050 per year to support a family of four).
2/3 of women who work full time earn less than $50,000 annually.
The median income for local full-time working women is 13.5% less than
that of men.
Women are over-represented in low-paying jobs and under-represented
in management positions 40% in 2009 compared to 47% in 2004) and
other higher paying jobs.
Housing costs often exceed 30% of income.
Older women tend to have fewer assets and less generous retirement
benefits than men.
2/3 of local women surveyed in 2009 could not afford any childcare or
could not afford quality childcare.
Licensed childcare for an infant or toddler can range from
$7,000 to $ 10,000 annually.
Employment in Management Positions
70%
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
2004
Men Women
2008
2009
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WHAT WE HEARD
The economic security of women is challenged by
Gender pay inequities
Lack of educational opportunities for adult women, particularly
working women
Eligibility requirements for public benefits and services, when the woman's income
places her above the federal poverty line" but beyond her financial capacity to provide
for herself and her family
Eligibility barriers for single women without children seeking
shelter and public support
Lack of jobs that offer a living wage and of opportunities to advance
to higher paying positions
* Lack of affordable, quality childcare
English language proficiency and legal residency status
Cost of housing.
Earnings among Full-Time Workers over age 16
in Monterey County, 2008
50%
45%
40%
35%
30%
25%
20%
15%
10%
5%
0%
Less than
$15,000/year
Between $15,000 Between $25,000 Over $50,000/year
and $24,999/year and $49,999/year
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Men
Women
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�EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP
More than jin6
Monterey County girls
drops out of high school,
26.5% of Mon
County women over a
25 did not have a hi
school diploma in 2009.
to college are decreasing. Without mentoring and role models, some girls find little
support to stay in school or to persevere through the challenges of pursuing a higher
education. Without a good educational background or support from role models,
women are less likely to take on leadership positions in business in politics and in civic
organizations.
Every day women and girls in Monterey County strive to pursue their dream of an
education and self-improvement despite intimidating challenges: family responsibilities,
difficulty finding a well-paying job, the high cost of post-secondary education. The
absence of reliable, affordable quality childcare is a major obstacle for local women.
While more girls are graduating from high school, the numbers of those continuing on
SNAPSHOT OF KEY DATA
More than one in six Monterey County girls drops out of high school.
Educational test scores have improved 3rd grade girls scores increased 25% in
English/ Language Arts and 36% in Mathematics over 2004. For 7th grade
students gains were even better. English/Language Arts scores were up 47%
and Mathematics scores climbed by an average of 54% for the same period.
However scores for both grades still lagged behind state averages.
26.5% of Monterey County women over age 25 did not have a high school
diploma in 2009.
The rate of State college or university attendance among public high school
graduates has declined steadily, dropping from 46% in 2004 to only 28% in 2009,
The percentage of elected offices held by women has increased 10% to 36%
since 2004. However, the number of women in management positions is down
7% to 40% for the same time period.
English/Language Arts Proficiency
7th Grade Students
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
2004
2008
Girls Boys
Source: California Department of Education, 2011
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WHAT WE HEARD
Women and girls of all ages face barriers to pursuing and completing an education.
The cost of education and financial constraints often prevent women from pursuing
post secondary education.
Under-resourced schools, colleges and communities struggle to provide the
educational experience that women need to succeed in a new economy.
Traditional gender roles and family obligations place limitations on many young
women's pursuit of academic and career goals.
Geographic distances, lack of transportation and incompatible schedules are
obstacles to accessing educational opportunities.
Lack of affordable, quality childcare forces women to postpone or abandon their
educational goals.
Girls brought to the United States as children, but who lack legal residency status,
face barriers to higher education.
Females in Monterey County continue to experience a glass ceiling" in terms of
education and leadership opportunities.
College-going Rates of Public High School Students
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0.0%
2004
Source: California Postsecondary Education Commission, 2011
2009
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Monterey County Boys
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�HEALTH
Many health indicators are improving for women in certain demographic and socio-economic
groups, but not for low-income women, women with limited education and those with language
and cultural differences and geographic barriers. Publicly funded insurance programs are not
universally accepted by healthcare providers, and escalating costs put medical services and
preventative care out of reach. A majority of local women struggle with unhealthy weight.
Teenage pregnancy rates are still a concern. Although more pregnant women are receiving timely
prenatal care, those with language and cultural differences often do not access care in the early
stages of their pregnancy.
SNAPSHOT OF KEY DATA
Some good news
Four out of five Monterey County females 86%) surveyed
felt their overall health status was good," very good,"
or excellent."
Monterey County has the 6th lowest rate among California's
58 counties of any type of cancer among women and girls.
But health disparities persist
25% of women 18-64 have no health insurance coverage.
Nearly 2/3 of all women and 71 % of Latinas are overweight
or obese.
82% of all women over age 50 get mammograms;
the figure drops to 58% for low-income women.
The percentage of all births that were to
teen mothers ages 15-19) is I I %. The
highest percentages were in the North
County 15%) and South County 14%)
regions, and the lowest percentage was 16.0%
in the Monterey Peninsula area 5%).
Births to Teen Mothers
ages 15-19) by
Region of Monterey County
Source: American Community Survey, 2009
12.0%
10.0%
8.0%
6.0%
4.0%
2.0%
0.0%
Salinas
WHAT WE HEARD
Health inequities in our community are perpetuated by
The cost of health care and complexity of the
health insurance system
Inadequate health education in schools
Ineligibility for public benefits and services
Lack of English language proficiency and legal
residency status
High cost and low availability of healthy foods
Lack of neighborhood-based and safe recreational
facilities that encourage and enable residents to
combat unhealthy weight.
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South County Overall
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Women and girls in Monterey County continue to be vulnerable to violence.
Economic uncertainty, stigma, fear of deportation, fear of losing their children,
insufficient knowledge about community and law enforcement support and lack
of education programs to prevent bullying and harassment continue to contribute
to unsafe conditions. Many abused women don't have the means to support
themselves or the legal protection to feel safe, and the risks of venturing out on
their own outweigh the physical and emotional risks of staying in a violent
relationship.
SNAPSHOT OF KEY DATA
One in every 5.4 adult women in Monterey County has experienced
physical or sexual violence by an intimate partner since the age of 18.
55% of girls in the I Ith grade reported occurrences of harassment based on
race, ethnicity or religion; gender; actual or perceived sexual orientation;
physical or mental disability; or some other factor.
Only 35% of local forcible rape cases result in an arrest.
Many abused women lack employment and don't have the means to
support themselves. They are afraid to venture out on their own, despite
the risk of remaining in an abusive situation.
WHAT WE HEARD
Many factors contribute to making women and girls vulnerable to violence
Economic uncertainty
Stigma associated with sexual abuse and domestic violence
A woman's fear of deportation and of losing her children
Lack of knowledge about community and law enforcement
support systems to address sexual assault and domestic violence
Lack of educational programs to prevent bullying and harassment.
One in every 5,4 adult
women in Monterey
County has experienced
physical or sexual violence
by an intimate partner
since the age of 18.
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�WHAT WE CAN DO
Throughout the research process, many promising ideas emerged
about what can be done to address the economic, educational,
health and safety challenges faced by women and girls in Monterey
County. We can promote:
EDUCATIONAL AND TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES that help women become self-sufficient:
Improved K-12 educational experiences for girls including better advanced placement" classes;
adequately staffed schools with health educators, mental health and career counselors; free
extra-curricular opportunities such as art and sports.
Financial assistance and guidance for women to enter and complete post-secondary education.
Life skills training to strengthen independence and self-sufficiency, such as how to search for opportunities
and services, how to manage money, and how to get involved and participate in the community.
Specialized programs providing creative solutions to the unique challenges faced by elder women and
others re-entering the job market, such as training in the use of technology, navigating a job search and
intergenerational job sharing.
Business development training, mentors and financial support for women wanting to start their
own business.
SELF-HELP, MENTORSHIP AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT to encourage women of all ages
in discovering and reaching their full potential:
Places/opportunities for women to come together, learn from each other, develop self-advocacy skills,
participate in civic life, nurture leadership and act together on their own behalf.
Leadership training for girls and young women that promotes personal development and provides
role models, linkages, community experience, and strengthens resolve to pursue higher education and
professional careers.
Advocacy efforts that engage women in mobilizing community support for policy and systems changes
needed to improve the lives of women and girls.
SOLUTIONS TO THE LACK OF AFFORDABLE, QUALITY CHILD CARE and early childhood
education a serious impediment to economic security for families and the healthy development of our next
generation. We can support:
Public campaigns to promote policy and creative options for investing in care for children in
Monterey County.
Child care centers serving low-income families.
Home child care providers' business development and training in child development.
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REDUCTION OF HEALTH DISPARITIES across racial/ethnic, geographic
and socio-economic lines by supporting:
Community-based and culturally appropriate approaches that encourage immigrant
and low-income women to access early prenatal care and other health services.
Healthy lifestyles promotion and greater access to affordable fresh foods,
recreational facilities, parks, walking trails and other neighborhood-based
wellness programs.
Health education and classes in schools and community settings,
particularly on proper nutrition, exercise, and reproductive health.
SAFETY FROM VIOLENCE AND ABUSE and abuse by making it a community
priority and supporting:
Effective support services for women of all ages to find protection from abusive
situations, regardless of legal residency documentation status.
Prevention programs in the schools to prevent harassment and bullying.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
CONTRIBUTE to the Women's Fund for Monterey County as we build our endowment
to sustain grantmaking which strengthens and supports women and girls in Monterey County.
VOLUNTEER your time or talent to an organization supporting women and girls.
ADVOCATE for policy change.
JOIN our email list or follow the Community Foundation on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/cfmco to stay informed and spread the word.
ABOUT THE WOMEN'S FUND OF MONTEREY COUNTY
A field of interest fund of the Community Foundation for Monterey County, the Women's
Fund brings people together, identifies community priorities and funds solutions to generate
change. The Women's Fund is part of a global movement, one of 140+ organizations in the
Women's Funding Network. Together, we are transforming the lives of women and girls and
creating lasting impact on the communities in which they live,
OUR VISION A county where all women and girls are healthy,
confident, and able to fulfill their dreams. Investing in women and
girls now creates a better future for the entire community.
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always is. what
is it in life that
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FOR MORE INFORMATION OF MONTEREY COUNTY
View the full report online at www.cfmco.org/womensfund A Field of interest Fid of the
or contact the Community Foundation for Monterey County at 831.372.9712. cernmunity Fovr4 lion for trey minty
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
STATUS REPORT
FOCUS GROUP PARTICIPANTS Shawna Ruiz Erica Padilla-Chavez, President,
Elisa Ballesteros Celene Sanchez Hartnell College Board of Trustees
Jacqualine Bickley Teresa Sullivan Teresa Sullivan, Alliance on Aging
Berta Carbajal Ana Velazquez
Erica Padilla-Chavez, President, Elnora Walker WOMEN'S STATUS REPORT
Hartnell College Board of Trustees Jamie Walker ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Rachel Davis Jackie Woods Kim Bui-Burton
Nancy Dolton Julie Cason
Elia Gonzalez-Castro, Hartnell College INTERVIEWEES / DATA Joan Crenshaw
Board of Trustees CONTRIBUTORS Patty Fernandez
Carol Edeza Deborah jacroux, Shelter Outreach Plus Loyanne Flinn
Ayana Edwards Clare Mounteer, Monterey Rape Krista Hanni
Erika Garcia Crisis Center Kate Daniels Kurz
Princess Killers Christine Ortiz, Department of Social and Erica Padilla-Chavez
Pat Lakin Employment Services Jane Parker
Dolores Lopez Sam Trevino, Department of Social and
Yesenia Lopez Employment Services RESEARCHERS
Ida Lopez-Chan, VP Rabobank, Margarita Zarraga, Community Action The ACTION Council:
Branch Manager IV Partnership Larry lmwalle
Jan McGuire Charles Schrammel
Ana Maciel MEETING HOSTS Judy Sulsona
Eva Marie Martinez, Trustee, Vivian Brennand, Housing Authority
Salinas Union High School District of the County of Monterey WRITERS
Alexandra Morales Patty Fernandez, Girls Inc. Joy Rubey
Michelle Noseworthy Krista Hanni, Monterey County Judy Sulsona
Maria Orozco, Mayor, City of Gonzales Health Department Carla Zilliox
Sonia Roman
DATA SOURCES
California Cancer Registry Cancer Inquiry System www,cancer-rates.info/ca/index.php)
California Department of Education Data Quest www.cde.ca.gov/ds)
California Healthy Kids Survey www.chks.wested.org/)
California Postsecondary Education Commission www,cpec.ca.gov)
California Health Interview Survey, 2003-2009 www.chis.ucla.edu)
First 5 Monterey County www.first5monterey.org)
Girls' Health in Girls' Hands Report www.cfmco.org/womensfund)
Monterey County Department of Health www.mtyhd.org)
Monterey County Vital Statistics System, 2009 www.mtyhd.org)
Monterey County Department of Social and Employment Services www,co.monterey.ca.us)
Monterey County Elections www,montereycountyelections.us)
Monterey County Rape Crisis Center www.mtyrapecrisis.org)
United States Census Bureau www.census.gov)
American Community Survey, 2004-2009 www.census.gov/acs)
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SIGNED BOARD REPORT"�|E���MONTEREY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING: May 24, 2011 Consent Agenda No.:
SUBJECT: Receive report from the Community Foundation of Monterey County entitled First
Glance: Quality of life of Women and Girls
DEPARTMENT: Department of Social and Employment Services-Commission on the Status of
Women
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors receive a report from the Community Foundation of
Monterey County entitled First Glance: Quality of life of Women and Girls.
SUMMARY
In 2004, The Women's Fund of Monterey County and Tellus/Diganos Center for Community
Research published First Glance: Quality of Life of Women and Girls, a multi-dimensional report on
the status of local women and girls. Key statistical data from the 2004 report were updated in 2008.
In 2011, the Women's Fund of Monterey County joined with local researchers to refresh the data and
convened focus groups and conducted key informant interviews as the basis for the present report.
Input from dozens of local girls, adult and elder women, representatives of service agencies and
public officials helped to provide both focus and context for the findings.
DISCUSSION
Women and girls make up half of population of Monterey County numbering more than 194,000 in
2009), and account for 43.7% of the local civilian workforce.
The status of women and girls has improved in several areas since First Glance was originally
published. However, there are still areas where further progress can be made. The report highlights
key indicators of the wellbeing of Monterey County women of all age groups girls, adults and
elders and calls out opportunities for further action and investigation.
Several main themes emerged from our findings:
ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICENCY is crucial for the long-term wellbeing of local
women and girls. Poverty is a pervasive problem for women and girls in Monterey
County who are trapped in low-paying jobs without the means to support themselves and
their families.
EDUCATION is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty, but many low-income women
face serious obstacles to realizing their educational goals and hopes of stable, higher
paying jobs.
Despite progress on many HEALTH indicators, serious disparities persist along
socioeconomic and demographic lines, particularly for low-income and immigrant
women.
SAFETY continues to be a concern for women of all ages who are vulnerable to violence,
harassment and bullying and don't feel empowered to speak out and seek assistance.
The Community Foundation of Monterey County offers the information and recommendations in
service to our vision of Monterey County as a place that supports all women to the fullest extent in
leading healthy, productive and fulfilling lives.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
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