BPW/SPP Members: I wanted to update you on the Bans Off Our Bodies March and Rally that was held on Saturday, October 2. There were over 1700 registered for the local event and I would say about that number actually participated. There were speakers from...
Join us in October when we welcome Taylor Withers, the Senior Director of Advancement at CASA, Pinellas County’s certified Domestic Violence Agency. She'll update us on new techniques and tools that are being employed by CASA, domestic violence advocates and local authorities to prevent domestic...
BPW Member and Florida CraftArt Board Member, Helen Igar, helped us to arrange a visit to experience the Environmentally Engaged Exhibit at Florida CraftArt - 501 Central Avenue in St. Petersburg. This beautiful and fascinating exhibit aligns with aligns with the 5th plank of our...
Pursuant to my July article I am going to continue to highlight the BPW Public Policy Platform. This month I am highlighting Platform items 2 and 3. Item 2: Economic Equity, Opportunity and Self-SufficiencyBPW/FL supports legislation which assists women in obtaining pay equity and equal employment...
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Our September 2nd meeting will feature a discussion led by Dr. LaDonna Butler of The Well for Life to help our members and guests to achieve more successful outcomes through policy and practice. Dr. LaDonna Butler is Called, Centered, and Committed to Collective Healing, Wellness...
On August 5, BPW was delighted to welcome back Julie Marcus to our luncheon meeting to discuss recent changes made by the Florida Legislature that may impact our upcoming local elections this fall. We have a Special Election Primary coming up on August 24 and...
2020 added momentum to the Diversity and Inclusion movement and increased the need for safe spaces where team members can develop authentic connections and share what they are experiencing both in their work and personal lives. By now many organizations have had their diversity and...
Join us on July 15 when BPW welcomes Kerry Flaherty Walia, a Florida native and a marine fisheries research scientist with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Kerry has over 17 years of experience studying fish communities associated with estuarine and coastal habitats. Her research...
We found a breezy spot with plenty of shade from the afternoon sun on the south end of Maximo Marina at The Tiki Docks at Skyway Bar and Grill - 3769 50th Ave S, St. Petersburg. The food and drinks were delicious and the conversation...