Garfield County

Situated in southern Utah, Garfield County spans 5,208 square miles and has a population of just over 5,000, making it the fifth lowest-populated and fifth-largest county in the state. Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, Grand Staircase–Escalante, and portions of Glen Canyon are part of this vast and breathtaking county. Because grassroots engagement is key to making long-term societal change in the initiative A Bolder Way Forward (BWF), the Garfield County Coalition Leaders amplify research-based efforts and bring the BWF message to every city, town, business, neighborhood, and family. The County Coalition is part of the BWF Five-County Regional Coalition including Beaver, Garfield, Iron, Kane, and Washington Counties. Since the “whole is greater than the sum of the parts,” we look at individuals and organizations currently doing the work in each area of focus (spoke) and elevate existing efforts. By lifting women and girls, we lift all residents.

When we understand the data, in addition to listening and responding to concerns regarding the needs of girls and women in Garfield County, we will be better able to change harmful or ineffective policies and programs, continue effective action, support effective leaders, identify and solve local problems, and create responsive initiatives for Utah families.

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