Week of March 22, 2010 Issue 9In commemoration of Women's History Month, New York City Comptroller John C. Liu as well as 13 women's organizations, including the YWCA of Queens, sponsored a celebration for women this past Tuesday evening at Surrogate's Courthouse. The evening acknowledged significant female contributors who have improved not only women's issues, but the well-being of society. Recognition went to women from different backgrounds in the field of education, health, business, media, and for a lifetime achievement. The honorees are:
Hazel N. Dukes, President of NAACP,
Virginia Kee, Founder of CPC,
Ethel S. Paley, Honorary Director of WCC,
Jerusha Ramos, Business professional, NL Financial Alliance
Janice Weinman Shorenstein, President of K.I.D.S.
The YWCA of Queens had the privilege of not only co-sponsoring this event, but performing in it as well. The Y Evergreen School, a program of the Center for Seniors, is one of the longest running programs here at the YWCA. This school offers response-driven programs and services focusing largely on education and recreation. Over 30 senior women bussed to Manhattan to perform two of the many songs they have practiced weekly throughout the year. The lasting expressions of pride and excitement lingered the women's faces after their performance leaving much expectation for their next appearance.
Hazel N. Dukes, President of NAACP,
Virginia Kee, Founder of CPC,
Ethel S. Paley, Honorary Director of WCC,
Jerusha Ramos, Business professional, NL Financial Alliance
Janice Weinman Shorenstein, President of K.I.D.S.
The YWCA of Queens had the privilege of not only co-sponsoring this event, but performing in it as well. The Y Evergreen School, a program of the Center for Seniors, is one of the longest running programs here at the YWCA. This school offers response-driven programs and services focusing largely on education and recreation. Over 30 senior women bussed to Manhattan to perform two of the many songs they have practiced weekly throughout the year. The lasting expressions of pride and excitement lingered the women's faces after their performance leaving much expectation for their next appearance.
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