We strive to offer safe, inclusive, and accessible programs for women and minoritized genders of all abilities and disabilities. NWAGG is dedicated to providing intersectional support to marginalized communities by reducing barriers and creating access to entrepreneurship, social and networking opportunities, enrichment activities, and mutual aid efforts in Arkansas.
NWA Girl Gang creates inclusive and equitable opportunities that support women and marginalized genders. Focused on creating “least restrictive environments,” our programming is designed to accommodate and encourage authentic participation for all abilities and the disabled community. NWA Girl Gang loudly and proudly values intersectionality, and successfully engages BIPOC, TSLGBTQIA+, neurodiverse, low-income, and more underrepresented communities.
Where NWA Girl Gang started and how its grown.
October 2018
NWAGG was founded in October of 2018 by Rachel Fox, just one short month after moving her family to Northwest Arkansas. Fox was inspired by her childhood experiences, her long career in marketing, and her daughter born with Down Syndrome.
December 2018
NWAGG's first formal social and networking event was held in December of 2018. 55 women were in attendance from all over the region.
August 2020
In August of 2020, NWAGG became a registered nonprofit for Community Development, Enrichment, and Social Impact.
December 2020
In 2020, NWAGG held their first NWAGG MARKET providing support to women and marginalized business owners. This was the first of many markets where entreprenuers and patrons alike could experience an inclusive and accessible experience.
December 2023
NWAGG celebrated 5 years with their Board of Directors, Advisors, Donors, and community partners in downtown Rogers, Arkansas...
As of September of 2024:
-50,000 have benefitted by NWAGG's programmed events, activities, and mutual aid efforts and
-800 women and marginalized business owners have been supported