Commission on the Status of Women Regular November Meeting

Opening remarks by President Diane Jones Lowrey.

Possible Action

The Commission will review and possibly approve minutes from the regular Commission meeting on October 28, 2026.

Explanatory document: Draft minutes from the regular Commission meeting on October 28, 2026.

Possible Action: To approve minutes from the regular Commission meeting on October 28, 2026.

A. RECOGNITION OF INDIGENOUS JUSTICE

Discussion

The Commission will honor Indigenous Justice for its work advancing the rights, safety, and well-being of Indigenous communities, with a particular focus on its contributions to addressing violence against Indigenous women and supporting survivors and present them with a certificate.

B. OVERVIEW OF BEHESTED PAYMENTS AND COMMISSION OUTREACH

Discussion

The Commission will receive an overview of the City's behested payments process, including applicable protocols and procedures, and discuss opportunities for Commissioners to leverage their professional contacts and networks to support the Commission's initiatives, programs, and priorities.

C. SFPD SVU AND COSW RECOMMENDATIONS FOLLOW-UP

Discussion and Possible Action

The Commission will discuss follow-up efforts related to the October 8 joint hearing with the Board of Supervisors' Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee concerning the San Francisco Police Department's response to sexual assault cases and finalized COSW recommendations.

Possible Action: To vote on next steps.

D. REPORT OUT ON COSW PRIORITIES

Discussion and Possible Action

The Commission will discuss ongoing initiatives and priority areas identified by Commissioners, including key topics and proposed activities. Commissioners will provide updates on progress, discuss next steps, and identify areas requiring continued coordination and engagement as the Commission advances its priorities going into 2027.

Explanatory Document: Old Business

Possible Action: Identify and prioritize key initiatives for 2027, designate Commissioner leads, and establish next steps for advancing its identified priorities.

Discussion

Executive Director Diana Aroche may discuss grant programs; core service area activities; meetings involving City leaders, agencies, and stakeholders; Department staff; past/upcoming events; and/or Department operations.

Discussion

Commissioners may provide updates on topics related to COSW’s priorities.

This item is to allow members of the public to address the Commission on matters that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission and that do not appear on the agenda, as well as to suggest new agenda items for future meetings.