The mission of the Women and Theatre Program is to (a) to foster and encourage the study of women in theatre, feminist theatre and theatrical representations of women; (b) to educate ourselves and others about the limitations resulting from sexism, racism homophobia, ageism and class difference as present in theatrical production, representation and education; (c) to make available selected services, programs, meetings and other activities designed to meet the needs of women working in the theatre; and (d) to receive and disburse funds to carry out the foregoing purpose.