“Women, Words, & Wisdom” was the theme of the Women’s Center of Jacksonville’s recent speaker event.
Held at The Schultz Center on Aug. 26 – Equality Day, which commemorates the adoption of the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote – the event featured a reception and speaker presentation by Dr. Ellen Glasser. The former mayor of Atlantic Beach – and one of the first women FBI agents – Glasser spoke on “Finding Your Voice in Challenging Times.”
The evening also recognized the organization’s Unsung Heroes who work to improve the lives of women in the community. The 2024 honorees include: April Devine of Florida Blue; Michelle Lewis, Jacksonville Transit Authority; Stephanie Lynn, Jacksonville Jaguars and Bold Events; Tiffany Rodriguez, artist and elementary school art teacher; and Amie Shields, founder of The Charis House center for eating disorders.
Proceeds from the event benefited the Women’s Center’s programs and services for survivors of sexual assault – including its Sexual Assault Forensic Exam (SAFE) program as well as counseling, legal advocacy and support.
