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| A Special Message from the Executive Director |
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 Celebrate Women's Equality Day - August 26!
In 1848, the first women's rights meeting in the United States was held at Seneca Falls, New York, began a movement that would continue on for more than 70 years before one of its most pivotal milestones was reached. On August 26, 1920 women were finally given the right to vote. Since 1971, August 26 has been recognized as Women's Equality Day. I would like to take this opportunity to share with you the Presidential Proclamation from August 26, 2008.
"With vision and determination, American women have helped build our great Nation. On Women's Equality Day, we remember the dedication of women who overcame many obstacles in order to secure the right to vote.
The struggle for women's rights is a story of strong women willing to take the lead and pave the way toward equal voting rights for all American citizens. In 1848, a group of determined women came together in Seneca Falls, New York, to proclaim that "all men and women are created equal," and demand suffrage. On August 26, 1920, their voices were finally heard, and the 19th Amendment to the Constitution guaranteed women the right to vote... Click here to read the entire message. |
| Alison's Story |
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Late one afternoon, Alison* walked into the Legal Advocacy office at A Woman's Place (AWP). She had fled her home and needed assistance in filing for a Protection from Abuse Order (PFA) and guidance on enhancing her safety and the safety of her children who she had been forced to leave when she fled. With AWP's assistance, Alison was awarded a temporary order and custody of her two children. AWP called on the local police department to help in serving the temporary PFA and retrieve the children from Alison's abuser. Years of outreach, relationship building, and collaboration with police departments paid off and the response and support from the police department was overwhelming and Alison was able to be reunited with her children and start her journey toward building a healthier and safer life for her family. Thanks to you, AWP was able to help Alison, her children, and others like them who are not safe in their homes. AWP provides services to over 3,000 victims of domestic violence each year, and touches over 25,000 lives through education and outreach programs the provide individuals in need with vital information. You made that possible and AWP thanks you. As the challenges of the current economy swirl around all of us, AWP remains committed to ensuring that the help needed remains uninterrupted. Now more than ever, the services and programs of AWP are a vital community resource. Thank you for all you have done, and thank you in advance for your continued support. You can make a gift, of any size, by clicking here. Alison thanks you. Her children thank you. AWP thanks you. *names changed for the purposes of confidentiality. |
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A Woman's Place (AWP) is so grateful for the ongoing support of the Bucks County community. Community engagement is a key ingredient to ending violence. Here are just a few ways you can take action and help. Donate Air Miles
If your work or pleasure has resulted in a generous accumulation of air miles, AWP can use them. Donating your miles to AWP's Chocolate Lovers' Fantasy fundraiser is an easy way to contribute to the movement to end violence in our community.
Collect and Donate Paper Products
Paper products are running thin at AWP! Gather your friends, family, and neighbors and pitch in a roll of toilet paper or paper towels - always a welcome donation at AWP! Visit AWP's Wish List
AWP's Wish List is constantly updated with our latest desires. Click here to check it out and help meet a need!
For more ways to take action,click here. |
| Golfing for Good |
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 Golf Outing to Benefit A Woman's Place
Oxford Valley Ladies Golf Association and Oxford Valley Men's League will be holding their 5th annual charity golf tournament. A Woman's Place has been named the beneficiary of this year's tournament. The tournament will be held at Oxford Valley Golf Course, 141 South Oxford Valley Road, Fairless Hills, Pa., 19031. Come, golf, and have fun doing good on Wednesday, August 12 (rain date is Wednesday, August 19). For more information please contact the Oxford Valley Golf Course at 215.945.8644. |
| Where in Bucks County is A Woman's Place? |
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A Woman's Place (AWP) is on the move - ensuring that the Bucks County community knows that we are here and available as a resource. Join our Community in Action and come check us out! Full Circle Thrift Summer Bag SaleSaturday, August 8 10 am - 4:30 pm (Summer Bag Sale continues through Thursday, August 13) Peddler's Village 2009 Sidewalk Sale and Community Days!
Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9 Noon - 4 pm each day Golfing for Good with the Oxford Valley Ladies Golf Association and Oxford Valley Men's League Wednesday, August 12 7:00 am 61st Annual Middletown Grange FairWednesday, August 12, 10 am - 10 pm Thursday, August 13, 10 am - 10 pm Friday, August 14, 10 am - 11 pm Saturday, August 15, 10 am - 11 pm Sunday, August 16, 10 am - 5 pm Full Circle Thrift Fall Opening
Saturday, August 15 10 am - 4:30 pm |
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15th Annual Chocolate Lovers' Fantasy
Saturday, February 13, 2010
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