A Dinner To Remember
On October
22, 2009 Women Are Safe, Inc held its eighth annual Dinner to Remember awards
banquet and silent auction at Caesar’s La Dolce Villa in Bon Aqua. During this
event the board and staff of Women Are Safe, Inc. bring together supporters and
community leaders in order to recognize the efforts put forth in our community
to combat domestic violence. It is also a time to remember the stories of
victims and survivors of abuse.
The guest
speaker at this year’s dinner was Lexi Lane, an author and survivor of domestic violence (and a former WAS client). Lexi’s talk was moving and inspiring, and her courage in escaping the violence and rebuilding her life drew tremendous appreciation from the audience. Thank you, Lexi, for sharing your experience and for allowing us to be part of your life.
The Judy Kisiel Memorial
Volunteer of the Year award was created in 2000 to recognize a volunteer,
who, in the past year has proven themselves as outstanding in dependability, attitude,
motivation and effectiveness. We are blessed with many outstanding volunteers
and each year it is an honor to recognize one of them. This year’s award was
presented to Peggy Sullivan by her daughter.
The Professional Who Cares award emerged when the staff of
Women Are Safe wanted to recognize someone for their outstanding service to
victims, but who was not a volunteer of the program. We realized there are
professionals who, through their work, have a huge impact on victims of
domestic violence. So, since 2005, we have been honored to recognize a professional
who:
- Displays a thorough knowledge of the
dynamics of domestic violence
- Has displayed a consistent pattern of
collaborating with WAS
- Uses their position to educate others
and advocate for victims
- Makes themselves available to clients
outside of standard office hours
- Volunteers their time to assist WAS in
their efforts to help victims
This year’s Professional Who Cares Award went to Susan Goodman, director of the United Way of Humphreys County. Susan has long supported the efforts of Women Are Safe, and has given of her time, money, and spirit to help keep our clients safe.
Women Are Safe, Inc. works year round to provide assistance to victims, support survivors and educate the community about domestic violence. If you need our services call our 24 hour confidential crisis line at 729-5730 or 1-800-470-1117. If you would like more information about domestic violence, services provided by Women Are Safe, Inc., or to become a volunteer call 729-9885 or visit our website at www.womenaresafe.org.
