Thirteenth Annual
Day of Commitment
to Eliminate Racism
and Promote Diversity
Luncheon
April 28, 2011
Luncheon Program
welcome
Board of Directors
Lisa Stuart
President
Natisha Arrington
Mae Carter
Cherie Cogan
Monica Cutillo Cody
Catherine Gaynor
Mariel Keppler
Cheryl Mathews
Leanne McLaughlin
Suzanne Messer, Esq.
Anne Milne
Donna Neal
Laura Perriello
Kelly Rodoski
Claire Rudolph, Ph.D.
Barbara Spears
Eunice Williams
Asset Development
Committee
Karin Franklin-King
invocation
Rev. William Redfield
Trinity Episcopal Church
remarks Lisa Stuart
YWCA Board President
luncheon
introduction
David Wall
Onondaga Community College
keynote speaker
The Honorable
Jawwaad Rasheed
academy induction ceremony
Lisa Stuart
closing remarks
Oneida County
Family Court Magistrate
YWCA Board President
Eunice Williams
YWCA Board 1st Vice President
Karin Franklin-King
James R. King, Chair
Special Thanks
Hugh C. Gregg II, Esq.
Karin Franklin-King
Mistress of Ceremonies
Anne Milne
Gail Page
Academy Logo
Lisa Stuart
MGM Word Studio, Inc.
Invitation & Program Design
Loretta Zolkowski
YWCA Staff
Executive Director
Day of Commitment Planning Committee:
Joan Durant
Eunice Williams, chairperson; David Wall, Donna Neal and Ellen Schwartz
Day of Commitment Sponsors
OFFICIAL SPONSORS
The Anti-Bully Brigade of New York
Lockheed Martin
Onondaga Community College
Presentation Concepts Corporation
MEDIA SPONSORS
ClearChannel
CNYVision
WSEN/WFBL/WUTI Radio
CONTRIBUTING SPONSORS
Anne Milne/GE Inspection Technologies
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Haylor Freyer & Coon
M & T Bank
National Grid
POMCO
Syracuse University Chancellor’s Office
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
Washington St. Partners
SUPPORTING SPONSORS
Bond, Schoeneck & King
Carrier
Central New York Community Foundation
King & King Architects
The Gifford Foundation
Upstate Medical University
PARTICIPATING SPONSORS
Anheuser-Busch, Inc
Blue Ocean Strategic Capital
Brackens Financial Solutions Network/Met Life
KeyBank
PATHFINDERS CTS, Inc.
Productivity Leadership Systems, LLC
University College
Wegmans Food Market
Wilber National Bank
YWCA Academy of Diversity Achievers Award
Individuals selected to the YWCA Academy
of Diversity Achievers have directly helped
in the YWCA mission of eliminating racism
and empowering women by participating
and supporting programs which promote and
embrace diversity, supporting opportunities for
women’s growth and leadership or the person
embodies the spirit of peace, justice, freedom,
and dignity.
Ryan Beauford
Chauncey D. Brown
Tom Burton
There is no way to adequately measure
the depth of Ryan’s impact on Syracuse
University students. How many young
men and women has he embraced and
supported? How many has he advised
and encouraged to make wise and
productive choices? How many has
he taught respect by showing respect?
Ryan is the quintessential example of
grace and dignity in action—quiet,
positive, yet forceful action.
During his seven-month tenure as
Men’s Outreach Program Coordinator,
Chauncey has become a visible
example of male leadership in
ending violence in our community.
Chauncey expanded the breadth of
Vera House’s “12 Men Model” and has
recruited several men to challenge
their attitudes toward violence. With
Chauncey’s leadership, Vera House
hopes to continue this important
dialogue.
Tom’s work in diversity is exemplified
through his work with many diverse
constituencies to advance the College
mission. Working with individuals
and groups and their widely different
backgrounds, cultures, interests,
goals and expectations, he strives
to promote education as a tool
to empower all people, from all
backgrounds, to transform their lives.
Lieutenant,
Department of Public Safety
Syracuse University
Men’s Outreach Program
Coordinator, Vera House Inc.
Vice President for
Institutional Advancement
Onondaga Community College
Hui Chen
Program Associate
Onondaga Community College
Helping others has always given Hui
a great sense of pleasure. During the
past five years, she has been diligent
in her efforts to provide high quality
academic and supportive services and
cultural programming to the students
of Onondaga Community College, as
well as the residents of the Central
New York community.
Pamela Crane
Marybeth Dutter
Pam has coached and mentored
diverse staff at two branch libraries.
She has continually fostered
an atmosphere of respect and
encouragement for members of
her team that goes well beyond
differences in race and gender.
Pam recognizes the importance of
connecting with the communities
she serves and the importance of
including all people and realizes
that this begins with embracing the
talents of a diverse work force.
Despite her heavy workload, Mrs.
Marybeth Dutter takes the time to
deal with a constant flood of staff and
job seekers looking for information,
mentoring and leadership in a
sincere and welcoming manner.
Her volunteer work as Coordinator
for the Deacon’s Wives Roman
Catholic Diocese, and sponsor of
multiple programs such as Northwest
Community Center, Samaritan Center,
Unity Kitchens and St. Joseph’s
Hospital is phenomenal.
Branch Manager
Onondaga County Public Library,
Beauchamp Branch
Assistant to the Director
Onondaga Community College,
JOBSPlus! Program
Jerry Farnett
Evening Coordinator/Extended Learning
Onondaga Community College
Mr. Farnett has been an instrument for positive change on campus. His
awareness of student issues has served to unite OCC students and employees
to address food and clothing shortages faced by many. His prior experience in
New York City makes him a good contact in helping students acclimate to life
away from home.
Richard M. Litz
Manager, Hospital Purchasing and Central Stores
Upstate Medical University
In support of Upstate’s strategic plan to commit to the community and increase
community partnerships, Mr. Litz led efforts to organize a SUNY Central Region
Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise Summit (MWBE).
The summit successfully brought together representatives from nine SUNY
campuses to meet with MWBE’s in the local community to discuss current and
future procurement opportunities.
Michele Malone
Human Resources Administrator
Lockheed Martin MS2-Syracuse
Michele Malone’s participation in activities that promote diversity and inclusion
positively impact many people. The community and Lockheed Martin benefit
from her involvement with the NAACP, the New York State Fair Pan African
Village and the Lockheed Martin Cultural Alliance Network. Her efforts build
awareness to help create an inclusive environment.
Theresa Pagano
Program Facilitator, CEO, Founder
Partners in Learning Inc. West Side Learning Center
Theresa Pagano, founder of West Side Learning Center and MANOS Early
Education program, has many reasons to be proud. Last year, 100% of the
MANOS children entered kindergarten prepared to succeed and 800+ WSLC
adults, representing 41 countries, improved their English language skills and
engaged in training and employment services to
become active in their new community.
Thomas K. Pelis
Assistant Vice President for Facilities and Planning
SUNY Upstate Medical University
In the past two years, the number of minority and women businesses
performing work for professional design and construction projects at Upstate
has more than doubled. The percentage of total expenditures has increased
from approximately three percent to more than ten percent. Tom has provided
valuable leadership toward helping Upstate achieve its strategic goal of
investing in our community and building community partnerships.
Rev. William Redfield
Rector
Trinity Episcopal Church
Rev. Redfield has worked tirelessly to build bridges of understanding among
Jews, Muslims, Sikhs, Christians, and others. In a time when people of various
faith communities are under suspicious scrutiny and undue attack leading to
the unfortunate oppression of Muslims and Sikhs, Rev. Redfield has stood as a
beacon of peace, justice, and dignity for all.
Jackie Robinson
News Anchor
WSTM-TV
A generation of Central New Yorkers has watched Jackie on the evening news.
Her reach as a role model even convinced the New York State Education
Department to change its Regents Exam when students described her instead
of the baseball player as their Jackie Robinson answer. Besides “being there” on
daily newscasts, Jackie has a personal commitment to helping young people
visualize goals and seeing that they can be more than dreams.
Flora Rockburn
Customer Service Coordinator
Carrier Corporation, United Technologies
Flora has made a difference for nearly 20 years as a volunteer working with
many diverse organizations including Vera House, Francis House, Samaritan
Center and Seymour School, to name a few. As an advocate for peace, freedom,
dignity and equality to all, her commitment and tireless energy to those less
fortunate helps bring hope to all who come in contact with her.
Kelly Rodoski
Communications Manager, News Services
Syracuse University
Kelly has grace, understanding, acceptance, and kindness. She believes and
lives respect for every person and works for the dignity and equitability of each
person. Her impact is quiet and constant; many describe feeling better by just
being around her. Her commitment to justice and acceptance impacts the
entire university community as well as her colleagues and community.
Her goodness is contagious and unmistakable.
Diane M. Stefani
Human Resources Director
Lockheed Martin MS2-Syracuse
Diane embraces diversity and inclusion. Her commitment is evident through
her work with numerous affinity groups, especially the Diversity Council.
In addition to being involved in initiatives to overcome age, gender, and racial
biases, she promotes career events that broaden perspectives and promotes an
overall corporate culture that is always seeking to understand
and appreciate employee differences.
Katherine M. Teasdale-Edwards
School Counselor for Special Education Transition
Syracuse City School District
Katherine’s persistence in launching the first Project Search program in
New York State is a testament to her commitment to providing vocational
opportunities to young people with disabilities as well as employment
opportunities that would not have otherwise been available to them. It has
given participants an opportunity to showcase their invaluable skills in the
workplace and has had an enormous impact at University Hospital in enhancing
appreciation for diversity.
Christine Vogelsang
Deputy Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
Syracuse City School District
Christine Vogelsang has dedicated her career as an educator to working with
students who are often faced with obstacles few of us could imagine. She
refuses to let issues of race become a barrier to a student’s success. Chris has
made it her priority to see that all students receive a quality education and has
worked tirelessly to ensure equity among them.
Talisha Wright
Team Member, Radar Systems
Lockheed Martin MS2-Syracuse
Talisha is an example of a woman over-achiever. She has demonstrated
exceptional commitment to the Cultural Alliance Network Group. Talisha
is a catalyst whose energy and enthusiasm is contagious. She organizes,
participates in, and supports an inclusive attitude that seeps into everyone
around her.
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Many to our workshop presenters
YWCA Diversity Workshops
A. Disability Awareness: In The Workplace & Beyond
People with disabilities live and work in all corners of our community.
While they strive to be treated as equals, misconceptions and
stereotypes abound: “How should I talk to a person with a disability?” and
“What if I say or do the wrong thing?” are just a couple of the common
questions that arise from often well-intended people. This interactive
session will offer time for insight and reflection on the topic of disability,
and offer tips and strategies for working and living with persons with
disabilities in our community.
Jeffrey Tamburo, Coordinator of Employment Services, Enable
B. Communication @ Work
The purpose of this workshop is to help participants understand
interpersonal communication in a workplace context. Professor
Muhammad founded the John F. X. Mannion Lecture Series at OCC
as part of his course, Communication @ Work. The Series’ speakers,
diverse leaders from a variety of fields and organizations in Central New
York, understand the importance of communication in their everyday
work life. Professor Muhammad and his students will share some of the
communication lessons culled from this year’s speakers.
Mark Muhammad, Assistant Professor, Onondaga Community College
C. The Global Workplace: The Rewards And Challenges
Of Integrating New Americans Into Your Organization
For generations, Syracuse has been a melting pot for immigrants and
refugees from all over the world. Italians, Germans, Irish, Vietnamese,
and Africans from many countries have all been welcomed into the
Syracuse community and enriched it by their culture and traditions. One
of the critical phases of resettlement is finding meaningful employment
for new arrivals. In this workshop, we will explore the community
resources dedicated to helping refugees become self-sufficient and how
their unique skills and talents enrich our businesses.
Susan Ohlsen, Employment Services Specialist, InterFaith Works, Center for New
Americans
Panel: Refugee Employment Specialists representing InterFaith Works, Center for
New Americans; Refugee Assistance Program; Catholic Charities
Strong, Smart
& Bold Run 2010
Computer Class at Women’s Residence
YWCA Programs
and Events
Spirit of American
Women 2010
Girls Summit 2011
Expanding Your Horizons 2010
YWCA Academy of Diversity Achievers
2000 Charter Members
David Arrington
Niagara Mohawk Corporation
Fran DeKorp
Fleet Bank
Elizabeth Dolinsky
Aetna U.S. Healthcare
Linda Hall
Onondaga County/Syracuse
Human Rights Commission
G. Ronald Hull
Lockheed Martin Corporation
Colonel Robert A. Knauff
Vivian E. Moore
Onondaga Community College
Rejeana Ellen Pendleton
Carrier Corporation
Carol Weber
IAQ Technology
Gregory L. Eastwood, M.D.
174th Fighter Wing
Air National Guard
Carrie Jefferson Smith
Clara Woodall
Karen Davis
Syracuse University School of Social Work
HSBC Bank USA
Carrier Corporation
Erin DuBois Smith
Karen Patton
Pamela J. Daum
Carrier Corporation
Retired School Administrator/Artist
Lockheed Martin
Debbie Sydow
Frederick Richardson
Linda Ervin
Onondaga Community College
Retired Superintendent of
Cayuga Correctional Facility
Jamesville-Dewitt
Central Schools
Shirley Rowser
Monty R. Flynn
Carrier Corporation
Onondaga Community College
Lysa Simmons
Dr. Richard Ford
Onondaga Community College
Signature Band & Choir Camp, Inc.
Susan B. Stearns, Ph.D.
Jennifer Green
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Syracuse City School District
Maxine Summerhill-Thompson,
MSW, CSW
Louise Hand
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Class of 2001
Cindy Block
Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice
Beth Broadway
Interreligious Council
Floyd J. Brown
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Rev. Nebraski Carter
Living Water Church of God in Christ
E. Robert Czaplicki
Onondaga County Probation Department
Deluxe Corporation
Diversity Team
Marilyn Diamond
Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice
Rev. Harold Garman
Syracuse University Continuing Education
Derrick Tucker
Fayetteville-Manlius High School
Robert D.Tucker
Lockheed Martin (NE & SS)
Elaine Walter
Onondaga County
Rosita Williams
Fleet Bank
Bonnie White
Syracuse City School District
Class of 2002
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Wendy Thowdis
Cicero-North Syracuse High School
Verizon
Sandra Jones
Time Warner
Francis McMillan Parks
Jo Anne Bakeman
Shelly Van Dusen
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
JOBSPlus!
KeyBank
Hendricks Chapel,
Syracuse University
Renee Harris-Thompson
Barbara Hamilton
Arethea Brown
Sally Roesch Wagner, Ph.D.
Janice Forde Ross
Verizon
Vera House
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Peter Hutter
Peter Cappuccilli, Jr.
The Matilda Joslyn Gage
Foundation, Inc.
KeyBank
New York State Fair
Anne L. Messenger
Michelle Jones Galvin
Mardea Warner
Beyond Boundaries
Class of 2003
Messenger Associates, Inc.
Onondaga County Department of Social Services
Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation’s
Diversity Facilitator Group
Al Giacchi
Janet L. Aaron
Onondaga County Probation Department
Town of Skaneateles
Annette Peters
Rev. Larry S. Howard
Dr. Emmanuel Awuah
The Syracuse Newspapers
Hopps Memorial CME Church
Onondaga Community College
Bonnie Pierce
Denise Johnson, Ph.D.
George Blakeslee
Central New York Labor-Religious Coalition
Syracuse School District
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Lee Joanne Ridley
Aggie Lane
Pearl Brannen
Ridley Electric Co., Inc.
Beyond Boundaries
IBEW Local 2213
Mara Sapon-Shevin
Nancy McCarty
Tommie Bryant
Syracuse University School of Education
Volunteer, Democratic Political Activist
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Walt Sheppard
Kevin McSweeney
Tonya Collins
Lockheed Martin
JOBSplus
The Media Unit
Class of 2004
Jan Barker
Fabius-Pompey Elementary School
Karen Calenzo
Nottingham High School
Trymeter Carter
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Monsignor Joseph Champlin
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Nancy Duffy
WIXT NewsChannel 9
Gregory Gilroy
Fleet Bank
Susan Heffernan
Humanitarian Organization for
Multi-Cultural Experiences
YWCA Academy of Diversity Achievers
Yvonne Young
David Reed, Ph.D.
Fernando Ortiz, Jr.
Syracuse City School District
Cicero-North Syracuse High School
City of Syracuse
Class of 2005
Leola Rodgers
Donna Saucier
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Lockheed Martin - MS2
Tara Ross
Steven Scheinman, M.D.
Onondaga Community College
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Henry Sanchez
Mary Ann Shaw
Lockheed Martin
Syracuse University
Ann Sedore, RN, Ph.D.
Jannie Woo, Ph.D.
SUNY Upstate Medical University
University Hospital
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Maria Simmons
Onondaga Community College
The Salvation Army of the
Syracuse Area
Linda Smith
Loretta Zolkowski
State University of New York at Oswego
POMCO
Rosemary Agonito
New Futures Enterprises
Philip Anderson
CoCard & Anderson Properties, Inc.
Shawky Z.A. Badawy, M.D.
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Class of 2004...CONTINUED
Cheryl Barresi
Lockheed Martin, MS2
Patricia Higgins
Nancy Cantor, Ph.D.
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse University
Johnnie Hill-Marsh
Ronald Daloia
LeMoyne College
United University Professions of
Syracuse Chapter
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Barry L. Wells
Shavel Edwards
Onondaga County, Democratic Committee
Member
Helen Hudson
UAW Local 624
Rob Hughes
Fayetteville-Manlius High School
Lynn Kaiser
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Kevin McClave
Central New York
Community Foundation
Debra McClendon-Boddie
JOBSplus!
Debbie Miller
UAW Local 624
Frank Fowler
Syracuse City Police Department
Anne Graham
Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield,
Central New York Region
Janet R. Hamly
Onondaga Community College
Ann M. Heins
Syracuse University
Denise Williams-Harris
Class of 2006
Nicole Blumin
St. Joseph’s College of Nursing
Sharon Brangman, M.D.
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Robert Bridge, D.M.A.
Onondaga Community College
Linda Wright, A.C.S.W.
Class of 2007
Kate Artessa
Displaced Homemaker Program
Carol Dandridge Charles
Community Folk Art Center
Margaret Collins
Onondaga Community College
Homer Lee Davis, Jr.
Citizen Review Board
Bertha Dow
Hopps Memorial CME Church
Beth DuBois
Paul RG Cunningham, M.D.
Lockheed Martin
City of Syracuse School District and
Syracuse University
Theresa Mohamed, Ed.D.
Howard Hollander
Ardena Harvey
Onondaga Community College
Lockheed Martin
Carrier Corporation
Robert J. Morris
Cathy Hubbard
Sandra Lane, Ph.D.
Lockheed Martin
IBEW Local 2213
Al Oram
Jessyca E. Jackson
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Syracuse University
Bea Gonzalez
Onondaga County Department of Social
Services
Syracuse University
Kathy Lotito
Syracuse Common Council
University College
Linda Presley-Beauford
Vi Marcy
Carrier Corporation
Oasis
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Ruth Shirley
Kristin Kinsella
Travis Mason
Onondaga County Department of Social
Services
Lockheed Martin
Syracuse University
K. Bruce Simmons, MD
Mary L. Lockett
Charles McCarty
Department of Social Services
SUNY Upstate Medical University
National Council of Negro Women,
The Syracuse Section
Cindy Squillace
Arcenia P. London, Ph.D.
Department of Social Services
Hospice & Palliative Care Associates
State University of New York at Oswego
Nina Tamrowski
Cheryl McIntyre
Onondaga Community College
Lockheed Martin
Onondaga County
Public Library-Beauchamp Branch
Anthony Tolbert
Kyung Jin Park
Richard Olanoff
Ed Smith School
Onondaga County Public Library
Onondaga County Probation Department
Jacqueline Jackson-Young
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Lockheed Martin
Onondaga Community College
Kathy McCarty
Karen Norton
Onondaga Valley Church
Molly Erickson
Lockheed Martin
Cristine Faes
Lockheed Martin
Drake Harrison
Onondaga Community College
Nancy Larraine Hoffmann
Civil Rights Connection
Donna Hogan
Lockheed Martin
Johaun Jackson
St. Joseph’s Hospital College of Nursing
Edgar J. Johnson
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Karen Jordan
Onondaga County Probation Department
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YWCA Academy of Diversity Achievers
Miriam D. Hudecheck
Mayor Matthew J. Driscoll
Esther Gray
Lockheed Martin
City of Syracuse
Syracuse University
Dr. Judy Rutkowski Ivey
Renate C. Dunsmore
Dr. Eva Gregory
Caring Center for Reconciliation
Onondaga County Public Library
Melanie Littlejohn
Yvonne Fish-Kalland, D.A.
Upstate Medical University
Department of Family Medicine
National Grid
Onondaga Community College
Lura L. Lunkenheimer
Patricia Floyd-Echols
Peaceful Schools
Syracuse City School District
Thomas H. Hunter
Lou Anne Mann
Sara Jo Grethlein, M.D.
Onondaga Historical Association Museum
and Research Center
Carrier Corporation
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Karen Mihalyi
Corey Hudson
Syracuse Community Choir
Onondaga Community College
George Kilpatrick
Mary Nelson
Susan Keeter
WCNY
Upstate Medical University
SUNY Upstate Medical University
George Lawrence
Allison Norris
Annette Krisak
Onondaga County Public Library
Lockheed Martin
Onondaga Community College
Oliver Liu
Paul E. Pichoske
Gina Lee-Glauser, Ph.D.
Lockheed Martin
HSBC Bank N/A
Syracuse University
Onondaga Community College
JOBSplus! Program
Bridget Owens
Marcia A. Ranieri
Jeanne Shenandoah
Janet Park
Human Rights Commission
West Genesee High School
Onondaga Nation
Peter Swords
Sister Rose Ann Renna
Barbara Spears
Onondaga County Public Library
Mundy Branch
Onondaga Case Management
St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Center
DB & B Financial Services, LLC
Dennis & Sharon Young
Kitty R. Rice
Mary Stronach
The Salvation Army of the Syracuse Area
M & T Bank
MAMI Interpreters of Central New York
Ronald R. Young, MBA
Lorenzo W. Rice
Teresa Sullivan
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Upstate Medical University
Toomey Residential & Community Services
Debra Hamilton Schoening
Wanda M. Thompson, Ph.D.
Syracuse City School District
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Class of 2007...CONTINUED
Class of 2008
Jaime Alicea
Syracuse City School District
Andrea Barnwell
Paula M. Trief, Ph.D.
Upstate Medical University
Class of 2010
Dr. Keith A. Alford
Geralyn Hall
Upstate Medical University
Gretchen Kinnell
Child Care Solutions
Professor Mark Muhammad
Onondaga Community College
Duane Owens
Anheuser-Busch Companies, Inc. (InBev)
April Palozzola
Louise Poindexter
Citizen
Kelly Robbins
Lockheed Martin MS2
Charles Simpson
Upstate Medical University, CAB UB
Dr. David Smith
Upstate Medical University
JoAnne Spoto Decker
Syracuse University
Onondaga County Department
of Aging and Youth
Maxine Boney
Marilyn Spunar
Carrier Corporation, RCD
Lockheed Martin
Sidney Johnson Vocational Center
Jeff Brunet
Ednita Wright, Ph.D.
Mia Burse
Joanne Stevens
Lockheed Martin Corporation
Citizen
Upstate Medical University
Onondaga Community College
Rev. Mary (Ntsoaki) Cappa
Mr. Gregg Tripoli
Abundant Life Christian Center
Onondaga Historical Association Museum
and Research Center
Community Wide Dialogue
to End Racism
Gwendolyn Webber-McLeod
Cornelia E. Brown, Ph.D.
Kate Williams
MAMI of CNY, Inc.
Bill Cross, Ph.D.
Onondaga Community College
Ossie Edwards
Onondaga County Public Library
Virginia Polito Felleman
Gwen Webber-McLeod, Consultant
Class of 2009
Sheryl Aiello
Nancy Connery
Educational Consultant
Onondaga Community College
Tanya Lin Hicks
Lisa Alford
Dennis J. Connors
Upstate Medical University
Onondaga County Department of Aging
& Youth
Onondaga Historical Association Museum
and Research Center
Mary Wiles
Cazenovia College
Ilian E. Galan
Kathie Briggs, M.S., M.A.
Derrick Dorsey
Deborah Willis
Central
Onondaga Community College
InterFaith Works of Central New York
Dr. Judy L. Hamilton
Nakeia Chambers
Rebecca Fuentes
Syracuse University
SUNY Upstate Medical University
American Red Cross of Central New York
Melody Holmes
Molly Corley
Diana Gerrish
Jail Ministry
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin
New York Services
Anheuser-Busch, Inc.
American Red Cross of Central New York
Programs
Out of School Time Program
Out of School Time Programs provide a safe and fun environment
for children. Six “structured choice” programs offer a variety
of daily options. Programs are located at elementary schools
in Syracuse (Bellevue, H.W. Smith, Roberts, Salem Hyde); East
Syracuse (Fremont); and Baldwinsville (Harry Elden).
Women’s Residence
The Women’s Residence Program is designed to assist single or
parenting women overcome their life obstacles. It provides safe,
affordable housing with 24-hour staffing.
My Sister’s Closet
Located at 300 Burt Street in Syracuse, My Sister’s Closet helps
women in the Residence Program to develop appropriate
professional wardrobes as they work toward finding and
obtaining employment.
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2nd Annual
Strong, Smart
& Bold Fun
Walk/Run will be
Saturday, July 23 at
9 am at Onondaga
Lake Park.
Girls Incorporated:
Inspiring all Girls to be Strong, Smart and Bold
Girls Incorporated provides research-based, informal education
programs that encourage girls to take risks and master physical,
intellectual and emotional challenges. Major programs address
math and science education, pregnancy prevention, media
literacy, adolescent health, substance abuse prevention and
sports participation.
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Out of School Time Program
l Teen Program for girls
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Camp Discovery
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Expanding Your Horizons and Girls Summit
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Family strengthening workshops
Women to Work
In 1998, women in the Residence Program organized, trained and
opened their own small business. The News Stand at 120 East
Washington Street in Syracuse serves as a vehicle to help women
in the Residence Program develop the knowledge and skills they
need to become confident, competent, productive members of
today’s working society.
Spirit of American Women Breakfast
A special event that supports the women, girls and families
served through YWCA programs such as Girls Incorporated, the
Women’s Residence and Out of School Time programs. These
programs enrich the lives of women and girls in our community.
THE ANTI-BULLY BRIGADE OF NEW YORK
“Protecting human dignity…1 person at a time”