Eastchester REVIEW THE
April 1, 2022 | Vol. 10, Number13 | www.eastchesterreview.com
County Youth Board recognizes 3 ‘Sheros’
Off and running! Molly Krestinski carries the ball upfield during Bronxville’s season-opener against Scarsdale on March 24, 2022. Bronxville topped the Raiders 17-5. For story, see page 16. Photo/Mike Smith
Westchester Land Trust Announces New Board Directors Westchester Land Trust, a nationally accredited land conservation nonprofit headquartered in Bedford Hills, announced two new appointments to its board of directors; Carine Verschueren, of Larchmont, and Matt Young, of Bedford Hills. Verschueren and Young will use their professional insights and personal passions to support WLT’s efforts to protect land, increase access to the outdoors, and strengthen local food systems. “Our leadership team is so pleased to welcome Carine and Matt to the Westchester Land Trust community,” said Bruce Churchill, chairman of WLT’s board. “Their support and valuable experience in education, policy, communications, and advertising will help us on our journey to expand our impact and connect with more people across
our service area.” Verschueren is a resident of Larchmont and adjunct professor in the international and comparative education program at Teachers College, Columbia University. Her work focuses on the ways policy initiatives in public schools can foster a sense of environmentalism and sustainability with regards to responsible and equitable use of natural resources. Verschueren also trained as an environmental educator at the Sheldrake Environmental Center in Larchmont. She looks forward to working with the leadership team to ensure more vulnerable populations have access to green spaces and initiatives, as well as expanding environmental education for all ages. “I am excited to join a committed group of
people at WLT and hope to bolster their efforts through education and local advocacy efforts to influence policy-making and foster smart land conservation,” said Verschueren. “Facing climate change and loss of biodiversity, these efforts help offset greenhouse gas emissions and preserve wildlife habitats. They also hold the promise of clean air and water as well as a connection to nature especially for communities of color and economically disadvantaged communities.” Matt Young is a resident of Bedford Hills and chief revenue officer at Recurrent Ventures, Inc, a digital media company that includes Field & Stream, Futurism, Outdoor Life, and Popular Science. He has more than 20 years of experience working in the advertising, sports and
technology sectors. Young and his family are members of the Rusticus Garden Club and the Bedford Riding Lanes Association, and supporters of Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship and the Westmoreland Sanctuary. He is eager to share his marketing, advertising and communication insights with the leadership team to increase awareness of WLT, engage new audiences, and garner investment in the organization’s work. ”I’m excited and honored to join the board of the Westchester Land Trust,” said Matt Young. “I’m passionate about sustainability and a lifelong outdoorsman and am looking forward to accelerating the awareness and the progress of Westchester Land Trust through my professional background in marketing and communications.”(Submitted)
As part of Women’s History Month, the Westchester County Youth Board hosted the fourth Annual Shero Awards virtually on Tuesday, March 22. This year’s “Sheros” were executive director of the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau Debbie Burrell-Butler, executive director of the Youth Shelter Program of Westchester, Inc. Joanne Dunn, and coalition coordinator of the Ossining Communities that Care for Open Door Family Medical Center Alice Joselow. “Westchester County is fortunate to have no shortage of women who are seen as every day sheros in their communities,” said Westchester County Executive George Latimer. “This year’s honorees are noted for their tireless work in the areas of positive youth development, juvenile justice, and alcohol and substance abuse prevention. We thank them for serving as excellent resources and role models to the children, youth, and families that they serve.” Youth Board President Dr. Alexandria Connely added, “the 2022 Sheros are recognized as true collaborators and key influencers in their respective agencies and have ensured effectiveness within the programs that they oversee. The Board and Bureau appreciates their dedication particularly for their partnership with the Westchester County Youth Bureau, Board, and community at large.” About the 2022 Sheros: Burrell-Butler attended the Mount Vernon City Schools and graduated from Mount Vernon High School in 2001. For the past 21 years, she has worked various roles within the city of Mount Vernon government until her appointment to her current role in August 2018. Today, she continues to drive changes within the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau and her community by providing youth and young adults ages 6-24 with a voice to advocate for them-
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selves and others. She also continues to write and apply for grants that provide paid internships and work experiences for youth, which have led to careers within high-demanding fields. Dunn is a human service professional who has more than 15 years of experience creating and executing programs throughout the Westchester County. She is the first women to lead the Youth Shelter Program of Westchester, an alternative to incarceration program that serves young men between the ages of 16-21, awaiting disposition or who have been sentenced for various criminal convictions. She has served as a troop leader for the Westchester Putnam Girl Scouts, a member of the Peekskill City School District’s Parental/Community Involvement Committee, a parent coordinator for the Peekskill Pop Warner Football League and as an executive board member for the Peekskill NAACP. Her leadership philosophy is to lead by example. Dunn embraces the notion that an organization moves forward when its staff feels empowered and appreciated and provides her staff with many opportunities to learn and grow. Joselow is a community advocate. She has lived in Ossining for 24 years and currently works for the Open Door Family Medical Center where she coordinates and chairs a federally funded (SAMHSA Drug Free Communities grant) coalition called Ossining Communities That Care, which is focused on reducing teen substance abuse and the promotion of positive youth development in Ossining. Joselow has volunteered in the PTA where she organized many activities including storytelling festivals, afterschool programs, and assemblies and served as president for several years. Joselow was elected to the Ossining Board of Education in 1999 and served for 12 years on the board. (Submitted)
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