The Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG)
Re-enactment of the Historical 1913 Women's Suffrage March - March 20, 2012 at 10:30 a.m at BBG. Contact cbrooks@bbg.gov for detail
I invite all you to make picket signs (Equal Pay, Right to Vote, etc.) and dress in custom if you like.
2012 National Women’s History Month
Women’s Education – Women’s Empowerment
March 1 – 31, 2012
On behalf of the Southwest Interagency Committee (SWIC), we ask that you be a part of our month long celebration of women and their many achievements. In keeping with the theme, Women’s Education – Women’s Empowerment, there will be a photo display on the first floor/ Cohen Building, of women who have made an impact in America’s history. In commemoration of the important accomplishments of American women, during the week of March 19 – 23, we are proud to offer activities with the goal of remembering women through American history, and empowering women to forge a strong tomorrow. Thus, we seek to remember our past and create a brighter future.
***Please notice there has been a changed in event dates for March 20th and March 21****
Monday, March 19: Kick Off
Presenter: Gwendolyn Boyd, John Hopkins University – Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)
Hear from a pioneering African American woman who has made significant strides as a scientist, scholar and activist.
Topic: Staying on the course of excellence
Dance Group: Patapsco High School & Center for the Arts, Baltimore, Maryland
Dance Group: Dance Palace, Washington, DC (invited)
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Cohen Auditorium
*Tuesday, March 20: Taking care of yourself from the inside out (outer beauty)
Nordstrom’s Cosmetic Consultants will be here with their Spring Collection
Macy’s and other cosmetic consultants are invited
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: VOA Briefing Room
*Wednesday, March 21: Re-enactment of the historical 1913 Women’s Suffrage March
Unity Activity - Remind women of the strength and power they have to change history
Time: 10:30 a.m. – Meet in the Cohen Parking Lot
Location: 11:00 a.m. – March from 3rd and Independence Avenue, SW to 8th and Pennsylvania Avenue, SE – march back to the Cohen Building and disband. (I have secured the permits.)
Thursday, March 22: “Tips for Advancing Your Career”
Presenter: Donna Grace, Director, Office of Human Resources, IBB
Presenter: Delia Johnson, Director, Office of Civil Rights, IBB
Moderator: Barbara Brady, Chief of Staff, VOA
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Location: VOA Briefing Room
Friday, March 23: A healthier you (inner beauty)
Zumba – Fitness Briefing/Workout Session
Karen A. Dawkins, Masters of Human Services Degree, Lincoln University, BA degree in Journalism, University of Maryland, Certified Sports Nutritionist, AMFPT, Certified Personal Trainer, American Muscle and Fitness Training Institute, AMFPT; Certified Group Exercise Instructor, Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), Licensed in Zumba and Zumba Toning, as well as a host of other exercise-specific training certifications.
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Location: Cohen Auditorium
