Newsroom
For Immediate Release
Friday, February 25, 2011
Contact: Diane Gates 703-228-5955 (voice) 703-228-6320(TTY)
2011 Women of Vision to be Honored
- Four finalists announced
- Ceremony, reception set for Thursday, March 10 at 6:30 p.m.
- Dr. Allida Black slated to keynote event
ARLINGTON, Feb. 23, 2011 – The 2011 Arlington County Women of Vision finalists will be honored, and one will be named the winner of the award, at a ceremony and reception Thursday, March 10, at 6:30pm. Each year, the Arlington County Commission on the Status of Women honors women recognized for their accomplishments and contributions to improving the lives and opportunities for Arlington residents, especially women.
This year, Linda Dunphy, Tynesia Boyea Robinson, Kathleen Sibert and Diane Webster have been named finalists. The award ceremony will be held at the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, 4301 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington.
Dr. Allida Black, a noted women’s human rights leader and author, is slated to be the keynote speaker. Dr. Black is the program manager of the Women’s Political Participation Team at the National Democratic Institute for International Affairs, and is herself the 2001 recipient of the Woman of Vision award.
The event is open to the public. Tickets are not required, but a $25 donation is requested to support the work of the Commission on the Status of Women. RSVP to Dgates@arlingtonva.us by Friday, March 4, 2011. For more information on the Commission on the Status of Women, and Women of Vision sponsorship, visit the County website, or contact Diane Gates, CSW staff liaison, at 703-228-5955 or by email at cswarlington@gmail.com.
About the Women of Vision Award Finalists
- Linda Dunphy was named for her work to help end family violence and homelessness through Doorways for Women and Families, the Arlington County Domestic Violence Leadership Roundtable, and Project PEACE: Partnering to End Abuse in the Community for Everyone.
- Tynesia Boyea Robinson was named for her commitment to expanding access to educational opportunities for urban youth through the Year Up National Capital Region.
- Kathleen Sibert was named for her efforts to expand the work of A-SPAN, the Arlington Street People’s Assistance Network, and her efforts to recognize and address the health and safety needs of homeless women.
- Diane Webster was named for her volunteerism under the auspices of Christ Church of Arlington, and the organization of the 5K Turkey Trot, which benefits several local community charities.
About the Arlington County Commission on the Status of Women
The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) works to advance initiatives and policies that empower women and serves as a community advocate and resource on the social and economic interests of all Arlington women. The CSW is an Arlington County Board advisory group and members are appointed by the County Board.
Arlington, Va., is a world-class residential, business and tourist location that was originally part of the "10 miles square" parcel of land surveyed in 1791 to be the Nation's Capital. It is the geographically smallest self-governing county in the United States, occupying slightly less than 26 square miles. Arlington maintains a rich variety of stable neighborhoods, quality schools and enlightened land use, and received the Environmental Protection Agency's highest award for "Smart Growth" in 2002. Home to some of the most influential organizations in the world - including the Pentagon - Arlington stands out as one of America's preeminent places to live, visit and do business.
