LIFE OR DEATH- NATIONAL WOMEN'S HEALTH WE EK

                                                         Newsletter No. 15   May 2017

The Greater Washington Women's Network (GWWN) is dedicated to transforming and empowering professional women to achieve their greatest potential. Celebrating 21 Years

GWWN is a tax-exempt, non-profit (501) (c) (3) organization.

In This Issue:
LIFE OR DEATH
NATIONAL WOMEN'S HEALTH WEEK
Information is powerful and can save a life. We can choose life or death when it comes to taking care of our health. For example, do you get an annual physical? Are you always putting things off when it comes to your health? Sometimes delays are harmful as it relates to your health. Preventive health care may extend a life. Keeping us on track yearly is the National Women's Health Week (NWHW). It is an observance led by The U.S.Office of Health and Human Services Office on Women Health whose goal to empower women to make health a priority. NWHW kicks off on Mother's Day May 14  and is celebrated through May 20, 2017. Join GWWN in spreading the word! 


May 14-20, 2017
Choose life for a healthier you. Find out how to celebrate NWHW online, in the office, during free time, and take the quiz. Share this information as a gift for Mother's Day.
2017 STARTRIGHT!
WOMEN'S BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION
The StartRight Women's Business Plan Competition (SWBPC) is run by the Maryland Women's Business Center (MWBC), an initiative of Rockville Economic Development Inc. to encourage and support women's entrepreneurship.

Each year StartRight awards prizes for winning business plans. The women who enter the competition receive more than the opportunity to win a top prize of $5,000, they also receive valuable coaching and feedback on their business plan.

Deadline: Thursday, June 1, 2017 by 3:00 PM EST

Contact: Donna via email or call 301-315-8091

The MWBC mission is to help start, sustain, and grow women-owned enterprises. All rules and guidelines for the (SWBPC) are to be followed.

  Learn More

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT  
National History Day

Learning to appreciate history can start at an early age. The National History Day  (NHD) is a year-long academic program focused on historical research, creative expression and interpretation for 6th - 12th grade students. The highlight is the National History Day contest. Contestants are from around the world. Students participate in the projects at the local and affiliate levels with top students winning to compete in the National Contest at the University of Maryland at College Park. The contest for the National History Day will be held June 11-15, 2017. Share this information with students to get a jump start to participate in the upcoming year's program to make a difference.

See the  NHD impact from remarkable testimonials. They will wow you!  Learn More 
ASPIRE High School Internship Program
Johns Hopkins University (JHU)

The ASPIRE High School Internship Program is looking for students who are successful in their math and science classes. The Applied Physics Lab is now opened and will close June 1, 2017.

Contact: Colleen D'Agrosa
K12 Internship Program Specialist
STEM Program Office
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
443-778-STEM (7836)

Sign up today online application.
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AEA GRADUATE EDUCATION DIVERSITY INTERNSHIP

The American Evaluation Association (AEA) is offering paid internship and training opportunities in evaluation during the academic year. AEA welcomes applications for its Graduate Education Diversity Internship (GEDI) Program. The GEDI program works to engage and support students from groups traditionally under-represented in the field of evaluation. Deadline June 16, 2017   Apply Now
GWWN MENTEE ERICA RIDDICK
Honor and Internships
Congratulations to Erica Riddick, who was recently accepted into two summer internship programs:
(1) Harvard Orthopedic Trauma Research Internship Program in Boston, Massachusetts, and (2) the seven-week Travelers Summer Research Fellowship Program (T-SRF) for Premedical Students beginning June 19, 2017, at Weill Cornell Medical College, Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City, New York. She is planning to attend the T-SRF Program.





Erica is a member of Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society and a raising senior at Spelman College, Atlanta, Georgia. She is from Starkville, Mississippi. Erica is a GWWN's mentee. She also job shadowed, GWWN's Executive Director position with Mary Greene a few years ago. Erica enjoys spending time with family and friends.

MEMBERS NEWS
Career Moves
Congratulations on your recent career moves Cheryl Blount, Director of Membership and Jenifer Golson, CPA and Treasurer. They were offered positions within a few weeks apart.

Cheryl is employed at the Defense Health Agency (DHA). She said "GWWN has continued to help me enhance my leadership, project management, and administrative skills."

Jenifer is employed at Howard University. She said "GWWN has assisted me in perfecting my skills and has taught me how to negotiate a competitive and fair compensation package."

GWWN has a track record of empowering women, youth and men. These two protégée are a testimony to GWWN and others about the importance of volunteerism, networking, and caring for others. They exemplify high standards and qualities. Cheryl and Jenifer have been an asset to GWWN. We are confidence they will be successful and role models in their new position. GWWN is proud of their accomplishments.
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A SMILE: A HEALTHY CHOICE

A smile is a silent gesture speaking a global  message in all languages. When you smile your brain responds changing your mood and emotions. You feel good on the inside. Wearing a smile has a positive affect on others. It is our nature to smile whether we choose to smile or not. A smile is contagious and can encourage someone who is feeling down. 'If you see someone who is not wearing a smile, give them one of yours'- it's free. Daily wear more smiles to help make the world a little brighter. For a healthier choice, conduct a smile poem search to see how many you can find. Read them aloud to experience the impact they will have on you-and smile. Are you familiar with the poem " A Smile is a Funny thing "? Learn More
HOSTING CLOTHING DONATIONS
GWWN welcomes clothing donations of gently used or new women clothing (plus sizes mostly needed but all sizes are accepted) for interviews and careers. The Clothing donations are on behalf of The Training Source Inc.organization for women who are entering or returning to the workforce. Clothing must be cleaned, pressed, and on hung hangers. Accessories are also accepted. If you are interested, contact GWWN at gwwenet@gwwn.org. Deadline: Wednesday, June 21, 2017.
BIKE TO WORK DAY 2017

Join the more than 17,500 DC, Maryland, and Virginia residents who will try healthy, green, low-cost commuting by biking to work on Friday, May 19, 2017 for Bike to Work Day. BTWD is a free community event featuring more than 80 pit stops region-wide, free t-shirts to the first 16,000 registrants who attend, plus refreshments, and raffle prizes. Share this information. Registration is free and easy online. Register Now
BUSINESS/CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Writing a Successful Business Plan- Prince George's County

Date: May 11, 2017 9:30 am-12:30 pm
Registration Deadline: 5/11/2017 11:00 AM (EDT)
Point of Contact: Angie Duncanson (301) 383-1550 x 104
Center: Maryland Women's Business Center
Fee: $35.00 Registration Policies
Location: Bowie Business Innovation Center, 14000 Jericho Park Road, Bowie, MD 20715  
Maryland Women's Business Center
Register
Writing a Successful Business Plan-Montgomery County
Date: May 12, 2017 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Registration Deadline: 5/12/2017 2:00 PM (EDT)
Point of Contact: Martha Jimenez (301) 315-8091
Center: Maryland Women's Business Center
Fee: $35.00 Registration Policies
Location: 51 Monroe Street, Suite PE-20, Rockville, MD 20850-2482
Maryland Women's Business Center
Register

HireMaryland Career Fair 2017  
When: Thursday, June 8, 2017
Time: 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
Location: Notre Dame of Maryland MBK Gymnasium
4701 N Charles St.
Baltimore, MD 21210
Register

PEARLS OF WISDOM
" Do not wait for leaders; do it alone, person to person. Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies." - Mother Teresa

" As women, we must stand up for ourselves. We must stand up for each other. We must stand up for justice for all." - Michelle Obama

" Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement." - Helen Keller  

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Published 5-1-2017

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