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...Improving
the economic status,
social welfare, and overall
quality of life for women in
Contra Costa County... |
What's New
Interested in becoming a member of the Commission? Our membership
application is online and may be submitted via email to Commission Co-Chair Carlyn Obringer.
Commission meetings are monthly, generally on the third Tuesday of the month, at Supervisor Bonilla's Office,
2151 Salvio Street, Suite R, Concord, California. The public is invited to attend the meetings.
Need advice or services right now? Dial 2-1-1 for immediate assistance and referrals.
In celebration of International Women's Day, which falls this year on March 8, 2009, the Commission hosted a panel discussion
before the March 5th showing of A Powerful Noise in Pleasant Hill. Vice Mayor Karen Mitchoff of Pleasant Hill welcomed
the crowd of 70 before Commission Co-Chairs Carlyn Obringer and Deborah Dias introduced panelists from local nonprofits who
discussed the impact of the economic crisis on women in Contra Costa. Special thanks to volunteer photographer Rebecca Barrett,
whose photos are posted here.
The Ninth Annual Women's Hall of Fame Awards Dinner was held on Thursday, March 20, 2008, the inductees were:
- Women Demonstrating Leadership: Janiece Nolan Ph.D. of Lafayette - President/CEO John Muir Physician Network
- Women Creating Community: Laurie Huffman Ph.D. of Brentwood - Teacher & Community Activist
- Women Working for Justice: Cynthia Peterson of San Pablo - Program Director, Rape Crisis Center of Community Violence Solutions
- Women Preserving the Environment: Joni Lynn Grisham of Benicia - Pittsburg High School Teacher
- Women Improving Health Care: Heather Estes of Foster City - CEO, Planned Parenthood Shasta-Diablo
- Women Contributing to the Arts: Diane Kamrin of Pleasant Hill - Director, choreographer, conductor, performer
- Women Innovating in Science/Technology: Nina Dronkers Ph.D. of Kensington - Veterans Administration Research Career Scientist
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New
- Especially for Girls
A new section of our web site with information
and articles about issues, activities and events of interest and value to girls, as well
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Our Purpose...
The Commission was formed to educate the community and advise
the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors on issues relating to the changing social and
economic conditions of women in the County, with particular emphasis on the economically
disadvantaged....Current Membership...
The Contra Costa County Commission for Women has
a minimum of 15 members and not more than 25 members. The membership is broadly
representative of racial, ethnic, age, religious affiliation, gender, and sexual
orientation of the community at large. Members are appointed for fixed and staggered terms
by the County Board of Supervisors.
Contra
Costa County Women's Resources...
There are many resources for women in the county. Find out
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Activities and Volunteer
Opportunities...
Here's your chance to participate! These events are supported or sponsored by the
Commission. Legislation...
Information on the legislative committee's current projects, as well as the status of
bills and laws regarding women's rights and issues.
Other Women's
Resources....
Can't find what you need in the County? There are many other national and
international sources...
Questions/Comments
Contact Alissa Friedman with any questions or comments about this web
site.
Contributions
Made Easy
Donations, sponsorships, ads, reservations, etc. are easy
online!
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