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We received special recognition by the California State Assembly via Assem-
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blymember Laura Friedman, 43 District, in honor of our 100 anniversary. The
Federation was also recognized by the California State Senate via State Senator
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Anthony Portantino, 25 District, for the 100 anniversary.
In March 2022, Burbank club member Gloria Salas was recognized as Woman
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of The Year for the 43 State Assembly District by Assembly-member Laura Fried-
man, for her stellar community advocacy.
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The highlight event of the reporting period was the celebration of our 100
anniversary. It was delayed due to the pandemic in 2020 but fortunately an in
person gala was held in 2021. Two-time Past State President Trudy Waldroop com-
piled our 100 year history in booklet form to preserve our legacy. It is our hope
that future members will build on that legacy and bring new skills to encompass
diversity, global connectivity and human rights advocacy.
The Federation has tied programs and projects to the Sustainable Develop-
ment Goals. Historically, the Federation has emphasized legislative advocacy.
Perhaps due to the pandemic, or because of the age and interests of newer mem-
bers, community service and support is high on the action agenda.
The Burbank club organized a statewide drive to procure backpacks for fos-
ter youth moving onto college campuses. This was prompted when members
learned many foster youth simply move from placement to placement with only
shopping bags. In addition, we asked our members to donate school supplies and
other items to the children of Dominica after they lost everything due to natural
disasters. Both efforts related to Goal #4, Quality Education.
Public relations and communications are provided via our California Woman
newsletter. Thanks to Michelle Husby, Sandy Thompson and Monique Lee for their
editorial skills. Our website, managed by Bev Young and Linda Wilson, provides
updated information to potential and current members and to interested commu-
nity members.
We are proud to mention the California BPW Education Fund (CEF) which
provides interest free loans to members and their immediate families. The loans
may be converted to scholarships based on certain criteria. The Fund is supported
mainly by member donations and has a balance of approximately $25,000. Three
women are currently enrolled in University programs with the Fund’s help. A
fourth one has received her degree and is now employed and beginning repayment
of her loan. This also aligns with Sustainable Development Goal #4, Quality Edu-
cation.
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