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Legacy of 4 Generations of Berkeley BPW Members was recognized displaying
Mrs. Shakuntala Malhoutra, her daughter, Manjul Batra, her granddaughter, Sujata
Batra Easton, and her great granddaughter, Ellora Easton.
Guest Speakers included
Lenor Reese, Peg Carlson-Bowen, Dr. Joanne M. Jensen.
Random Voices of UCLA, an all-female cappella group,
organized by Ellora … now grown up … performed
“tapestry” a mashup by Carole King.
‘Happy Moments’ from over the years were also published in the program.
Special recognition was given to Diane Rames, for her contribution in preparation of the
event and to Monique Lee for the digital production of the Berkeley BPW Club Booklet.
https://bpwcal.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BPWBerkeleyCentennialBooklet2022-1.pdf
The event was ended with a time capsule message to the 2122 BPW members.
During the course of the year, Berkely BPW has had multiple programs and excel-
lent speakers.
The end of the year Holiday party was held, and Manjul’s office space and
attendees were very happy to meet in person after a long social distancing period.
Cheryl Edora - won the 2023 “Public Health Acknowledging My Effort”
(PHAME) Award for collaboration, granted by the California Department of
Public Health's Office of Professional Development & Engagement. This was
for her collaborative work that led to the eventual passage of Senate Bill
793, the policy that bans ALL flavored tobacco in California.
A major highlight has been the contribution of Monique Lee, BPW Berkeley Member
who established the ‘Berkeley BPW Bulletin’.