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Multilingual Summer Job in DC
The Department of Parks & Recreation, along with the Mayor's Offices of African Affairs(MOAA), Latino Affairs(MOLA), and Asian & Pacific Islanders Affairs(MOAPIA) are hosting a Multilingual Summer Job Fair.
Deadline: Wednesday, April 3rd, 2019 -Time: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Where: Reeves Municipal Center(2nd Floor)
2000 14th St., NW| Washington, DC 20009
Closest Metro: U Street-Cardozo
Encourage youth to register.
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High School Leadership Institute
The District of Columbia Department of Human Resources (DCHR) has partnered with the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) to create the High School Leadership Institute, a year-round internship program for high school students.
The program provides highly-focused juniors and seniors with internship opportunities in District of Columbia government agencies. The program also provides mentors, leadership training, and other workshops to support and enhance the student experience. Students will be selected primarily from the DC Career Academies and linked to internship opportunities in their fields of study.
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2019 Abramson Foundation Organization Scholarship
Abramson Foundation Organization scholarship application is now open for qualified District of Columbia high school senior admitted to a four-year accredited college and former scholarship recipients.
You may call 202-470-5425 for questions or additional information.
Application deadline: Friday, April 29,2019
(Application must be received by
11:59 PM (EST) deadline.)
You may call 202-470-5425 for questions for additional information.
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3nd Annual
P.S. There is hope is focused on
P.S. There is Hope
is the third annual breakfast featuring stories of hope from crisis survivors.
Stay tuned for more details!
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Long Live Women!
Date: May 15, 2019
See below
register here
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GWWN/NAFE
Internship and Volunteer Opportunities
Send an email of interest
Subject Line: Internship or Volunteer Interest
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Support the
H.R. 19, Smithsonian Women's History Museum Act
The Smithsonian Women's History Museum Act, H.R. 19, is a proposed bill introduced by US Representatives Carolyn B. Maloney (NY-12) and Ed Royce (CA-39). The bill identifies the need for a National Women's History Museum.
This is a bipartisan effort to build a National museum to represent a diverse array of viewpoints and perspectives of women who shaped America. Currently, our nation's history often limits telling the stories of women's roles, contributions and impact.
In support of H.R. 19, please join Congresswoman Maloney in this endeavor.
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Side Bar
Women's Facts to Know
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March: A few Highlights in US Women's History
March 1, 1978 - Women's History Week is first observed in Sonoma County, California
March 3, 1913 - Women's Suffrage Parade in Washington, DC, where over 8,000 women gathered to demand a constitutional amendment guaranteeing the right to vote March 4, 1917 - Jeannette Rankin (R-MT) took her seat as the first female member of Congress March 4, 1933 - Frances Perkins becomes United States Secretary of Labor, the first female member of the United States Cabinet March 8 - International Women's Day, whose origins trace back to protests in the U.S. and Europe to honor and fight for the political rights for working women (Read more March 11, 1993 - Janet Reno is confirmed as the first woman U.S. Attorney General March 20, 1852 - Harriet Beecher Stowe's novel Uncle Tom's Cabin is published and becomes the best-selling book of the 19th century March 21, 1986 - Debi Thomas becomes first African American woman to win the World Figure Skating Championship March 31, 1888 - The National Council of Women of the U.S. is organized by Susan B. Anthony, Clara Barton, Julia Ward Howe, and Sojourner Truth, among others, the oldest non-sectarian women's organization in the U.S. March 31, 1776 - Abigail Adams writes to her husband John who is helping to frame the Declaration of Independence and cautions, "Remember the ladies..."
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March is National Women's History Month
National Women's History Alliance
2019 Theme and Honorees
The 2019 National Women's History(NWH) Alliance theme is Visionary Women: Champions of Peace and Nonviolence".
This year's honorees women led efforts to end war, violence, and injustice and pioneered the use of nonviolence to change society. These Honorees embraced the fact that the means determine the ends and so developed nonviolent methods to ensure just and peaceful results.
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GWWN 2019 Honorees
GWWN's 2019 honorees powerful and influential women endured difficulties in spite of challenges. Their contributions are phenomenal. This is the 4th year
GWWN honored women for National Women's History Month.
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Ruth Bader Ginsburg is an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. She is fearless, strong, and knows the power of the written and spoken words to argue cases.
Supreme Court Justice Ginsburg was appointed by President Bill Clinton and took the oath of office on August 10, 1993. The second female justice of four to be confirmed to the court, she has made a positive impact on women and men.
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Malala Yousafzai
"I raise my voice, not so I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard...we cannot not succeed when half of us are held back." ~Malala Yousafzai, (Pakistani Activist).
In 2014 Malala received the Nobel Peace Prize at the age of 17. She was engaged in activist work since she was 11 years old for her her struggle against the suppression of children and young people and for the right of all children to education.
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Amelia Boynton Robinson was a civil right icon who built a giant legacy in the movement. She passed on August 25, 2015. She was 110 years old, while many argue she was 104. Amelia was one of the key figure in the Selma March who worked closely with Dr. Martin Luther King and other prominent civil rights leader.
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Amelia is in the wheelchair holding President Obama's hand. Born to advocate for civil rights and come against injustice was really one of her many purposes.
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The Vision-You
Although women have made progress, there is still more work to be done. It is time for more women to reach out, grab the torch allowing the flame to ignite our imagination. Our dreams, vision and actions can change lives forever! Often we are underachievers because we do not believe we can or have accomplished anything of significance value.
GWWN believes you have contributed to the theme:
Visionary Women: Champion of Peace and Nonviolence. Why? Because you may have
resolved conflicts on your jobs, in your homes, schools, and communities. What you've done might seem effortless or small, but it made an impact and changed or saved a life! National Women History is a reflection of all women's achievements. It is our responsibility to track our own legacy, highlight accomplishments and draw from others experiences to help plan our vision. Age is not a factor when it comes to fulfilling your purpose. Take time to read the contributions of all of the NWH and
GWWN honorees. There should be something to spark new inspirations.
GWWN selected vision quotes here to think about.
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Vision Quotes
Something to think about
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"What I am looking for is not out there, it is in me."
~ Helen Keller
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"Have a vision. It is the ability to see the invisible. If you see the invisible, you can achieve the impossible." ~ Shiv Shera
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"Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.
~ Melody Beattie
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"Hang on to your dream! It's not just what you want, it's who you are." ~ Wendy Rue (Founder and Executive Director of the National Association for Female Executives, NAFE)
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"If you create a vision for your life, doors will open. "~Anonymous
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"Champions aren't made in the gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them - a desire, a dream, a vision."
~Muhammad Ali
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"Women are the largest untapped reservoir talent in the world." ~ Hillary Hilton
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"The path to dream to success does not exist. You may have the vision to find it, the courage to get on to it, and the perseverance to follow it. Wishing you a great journey." ~ Kalpana Chawla
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"Where there is no vision, the people perish."
~ King Solomon
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"The vision: Faith plants the seed, actions waters it, love makes it grow."
~ Mary Greene, GWWN/NAFE Executive Director
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Challenge Fear - Advance to Success
International Women's Day
Networking Event
On March 7, 2019 the National Association of Women Business Owners and Merrill Lynch sponsored an International Women's Day Celebration at the Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, MD. The theme of the conference was "Conversations on Inspiring Leadership, Passion, and Purpose". Members and guests from the Greater Washington Women's Network (GWWN) an affiliate of the National Association for Female Executives (NAFE) attended this momentous occasion.
Jean Case (CEO, Case Foundation) and Connie Shih (Financial Advisor, Merrill Lynch) kicked-off the conference with a Fireside Chat on the topic, "Be Fearless: Finding Breakthrough and Purpose." Ms. Case authored a book titled, "Be Fearless - 5 Principles for a Life of Breakthroughs and Purpose," and gave copies to the first 100 attendees
There was a panel discussion with Marla Beck (CEO, Bluemercury), Mei Xu (Founder, Chesapeake Bay Candles), Iesha Berry (SVP, Diversity & Inclusion, Bank of America), Jennifer Auerbach-Rodriguez (Business Strategy Executive, Merrill Lynch), and Joy Lutes (VP, National Association of Women Business Owners).
How many of us have desired to start a business or venture into new territory but allowed fear to hold us back? These women shared their stories of successes, failures, and perseverance. We must become fearless. Here are some key points that were shared:
- Fearless does not mean a lack of fear. We must look fear in the eye and look past it.
- Let urgency conquer fear.You have to be willing to become uncomfortable.
- Start where you are. Three things you need are passion, will, and know a problem.
- We must take risk! Reach beyond your bubble.
- Mistakes and failure will happen; we must make failure matter.
- Mentor vs Champion: Mentors gives advice, but a Champion will help you leapfrog to new opportunities, put you on a new trajectory. Who should your champion be? You need wisdom to know the voices you need to listen to.
Women increasingly occupy positions in corporations, politics, academia, etc. Thirty-three percent (33%) of small businesses are owned by women. We are ordinary people capable of doing extraordinary things. What problem do you have a solution for? Dare to take the risk and step out today.
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Children's Health and Wellness
Stop the Bullying - Say "No"
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Bullying Free Mental Health
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Everyone wants to be mentally healthy, Mental illness like physical illness can be challenging; however, it does not mean we should not look for ways to live a healthier life.
Bullying is a serious mental illness many young children and teenagers have experienced. Bullying
is defined as "unwanted aggressive behavior by a person or group that targets another person or group. It involves an imbalance of power and is usually repeated over time. Bullying is not teasing. Bullying can start at age 3 or 4 and can continue into the teen age years. It happens to both boys and girls and may be done one on one or by groups of children against an individual."
We all can help to stop the bullying. Say "No" to bullying. Education empowers and positions us to help others.
"One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world."
~ Malala Yousafzai
GWWN's reference resources are designed to encourage us to use and pass this information to others.
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Photography: Internet,
Pixabay, Jenifer Golson and Cheryl Blount
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The Greater Washington Women's Network (GWWN)
is dedicated to transforming and empowering professional women to achieve their greatest potential.
Celebrating 23+ years
GWWN is a tax-exempt, non-profit (501)(c)(3) organization.
GWWN is an affiliate of the National Association for Female Executives (NAFE).
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