On Saturday 7th 2014, Center for American
progress hosted one of the most powerful women’s summits in the state of
Florida. Women from everywhere in the
state participated and shared with one another their experiences and strategized
on ways to help empower other women to make their voice heard.
From media training to engaging young people, all speakers
presented their ideas or experiences to help strengthen the presence of women
in our government and to unite, making Florida a more progressive and fair state.
The attendees were honored to listen to many phenomenal
women who displayed knowledge, respect, and encouragement.
Here are some of the most impact:
Viviana Janer
One of the many faces of the Hispanic community in Osceola County
and running for the position of County Commissioner District 2, she spoke about
the importance of consistence and hard work.
She is running to make a difference and to help her community.
Pat Schroeder
American politician who represented Colorado in The United
States House of Representatives from 1973 to 1997. Schroeder was the first woman elected to
congress from Colorado. She spoke about
her experiences and encouraged women to keep the fight to make our voices heard.
Regina Hill
Orlando City Commissioner and a veteran of The United States
Navy; Hill is working to help her community and to empower the women to
progress and reach their potential. She
is outspoken, intelligent, and courageous; a fighter for women’s rights.
Kathleen Voss Woolrich
She is a tireless advocate who struggles with a
deteriorating condition but who does not stop the fight to change the legislature’s
refusal to expand health care access.
Having her best friend, Charlene Dill, die due to a lack of access to
prescription medication for a very treatable condition, encouraged her to
continue her fight and to educate others in the process.
The summit was interesting and it was a great platform to
empower Floridian Women…
Thanks to all these strong women, who are full of honor and bravery;
the true heroes of our generation.
Empowering women will change the course of history
ReplyDeleteJust found your blog today. Very impressed with what I am seeing. Had a great time meeting you on Friday night. I believe our paths crossed for a reason, no matter if it was just to sit in a W chair and help each other out.
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