Farwest Focus Special Edition 2022

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Sisterhood Service & Social Justice

Shirley Chisholm, the first Black Congresswoman and the first Black major-party candidate to run for President, who had to fight to fight to be included in the primary debates, unapologetically stated, “If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring

honors the tenacity, integrity, and legacy of Shirley Chisolm by presenting “ Sisterhood, Service and Social Justice: Why Women Must Have a Seat at the Table, a conversational journey with four dynamic women leaders who inspire, empower, serve, and give back.

Panelists each presented their journey to their “seat at the table” and provided valuable advice for women who are interested in starting their political careers. It was an emotional but uplifting night, participants also shared

a folding chair and tremendous

Our panelist included: Alana Mattehews,

their personal stories and political

amounts of talent are lost to our

Attorney, Danielle E. Mosley, Associate

aspirations. The encouragement

society because that talent wears a

Judge, Renee Hardman, West Des

and advice from the panelist

skirt.” Her words ring true today.

Moines Councilwoman, and Mayor

was invaluable and right on time

The Elk Grove Alumnae Chapter,

Karmo Lette O’ Gilvie.

considering the current political

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.,

climate.

Surprise Visit by California Governor Gavin Newsome! During their Delta Days in the City of Compton event on Wednesday, March 16th, California Senator Steven Bradford surprised the Compton Alumnae Chapter with a few special guest appearances! Governor Gavin Newsome along with Toni G. Atkins, current President pro tempore of the California State Senate, and Sydney Kamlager, Vice-Chair of the California Legislative Black Caucus gave greetings and addressed the virtual audience. Needless to say, this was a humbling and monumental experience Compton Alumnae.

Surprised Recognition in San Francisco Thursday, May 5th, San Francisco Alumnae was surprised, delighted and HONORED to receive recognition from The United States Congress, presented by U.S. Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi AND The City and County of San Francisco presented by Mayor, London Breed!

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