Salute to Women 2010
Salute to Women is the YWCA's annual awards dinner to honor local women leaders who embody the YWCA mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Click here for a list of past years' winners.
YWCA Staff, Volunteers, Among MFVC Award Winners
Please join the YWCA on Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 12 p.m. for the Missoula Family Violence Council's Annual Awards Ceremony at the Missoula County Courthouse Rotunda.
MFVC recognizes individuals in various fields dedicated to serving victims of relationship violence, holding perpatrators accountable and preventing future violence. This year’s awardees are:
Health Professional of the Year
The Community Medical Center Social Work Department:
Sue Englert, Natasha Brooks, Leslie Johnson, Heidi Morris, Bobby Baker, Cassie Anderson
Pro-Bono Attorneys of the Year
Cindy Thiel, Boone Karlberg
Charlotte Beatty, staff attorney for Judge Deschamps
Peace Officers of the Year
Mike Dominic, Missoula County Sheriff’s Department
Stacy Lear, Missoula Police Department
Volunteer of the Year
Sandy Mitchell, YWCA Missoula
Human Services Professional of the Year
Bridget Hanna, YWCA Missoula
Criminal Justice Professional of the Year
Kirsten Pabst LaCroix, deputy county attorney
Business of the Year
Missoula Textiles
Public Servant of the Year
Jason Marks, deputy county attorney
Secret Seconds Saver Days Sept. 17 - 19
Stop by any of the YWCA's three Secret Seconds thrift stores, spend $10 (all at one store, or across all three), and receive a $10 gift certificate! It's that easy to shop, donate, and make a difference in the lives of local women and children. Don't forget to sign up for the YWCA's e-newsletter to receive special Daily Deals during the promotion.
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Support Groups September Schedule Posted
Click on the pdf below to learn more about the YWCA's support group offerings during the month of September. As always, age-appropriate groups are available for children, and there is a Native women-led talking circle for Native American women survivors of domestic violence.
Click here to learn more about YWCA support groups.
