Tallahassee, FL (November 4, 2018) — Commissioner and Army Veteran Sophia Eccleston has been appointed to the Commission by Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis. joined Florida Power and Light Company (FPL) seven years ago and is a member of the External Affairs group. As an External Affairs (EA) manager in Palm Beach County, Sophia is responsible for advocating…
DetailsORLANDO, FL — The Florida Commission on the Status of Women today inducted three new members into the Florida Women’s Hall of Fame at a distinguished ceremony in Orlando as a part of the Future of Florida Forum. Celebrating its 36th anniversary, the Hall of Fame honored 2018 inductees Adela Hernandez Gonzmart, Lee Bird Leavengood and…
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Tallahassee, FL (August 30, 2018) — Carol Kuntz was appointed to The Florida Commission on the Status of Women by Gov. Rick Scott. Carol was born in Calcutta, India and spent her childhood living in India, Panama, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Mexico, Thailand and Australia. During those years living in other countries Carol’s passion for serving those…
DetailsTallahassee, FL (June 13, 2018) — Governor Rick Scott announced the selection of Adela Gonzmart, formerly of Ybor City, Janet Petro, of Indian Harbour Beach, and Lee Bird Leavengood, of Tampa to the Florida Women’s Hall of Fame. Governor Scott chose these three individuals from a group of ten nominees selected by the Florida Commission…
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Tallahassee, FL – Nominations for the 2018 Spirit of Community Awards (formerly the FCSW Achievement Awards) are now being accepted through August 17, 2018, by the Florida Commission on the Status of Women. The newly named Spirit of Community Award recognizes meritorious women and men who have improved the lives of women of Florida and…
DetailsTallahassee, FL (March 30, 2018) — The ten finalists for the Florida Women’s Hall of Fame chosen by the Florida Commission on the Status of Women have been announced and sent to Governor Rick Scott who will soon select the 2018 inductees into the Florida Women’s Hall of Fame. As is customary, the Governor will…
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FLORIDA COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF WOMEN’S HISTORY ESSAY CONTEST Tallahassee, FL (February 7, 2018) — The Florida Commission on the Status of Women (FCSW) honored the winners of its 3rd annual Women’s History Essay Contest today during a celebration luncheon at the 22nd floor of the Florida Capitol as part of…
DetailsTallahassee, FL (February 5, 2018) — The Florida Commission on the Status of Women (FCSW) announced today the election of its 2018 Officers. “We welcome these new officers, who make up our 2018 executive committee. Each brings valuable perspectives from the areas of education, business, and public service, as well as a commitment to our mission of improving…
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Tallahassee, FL (January 1, 2018) — The Florida Commission on the Status of Women, is pleased to present its 2017 Annual Report, highlighting our program of work in 2017 through collaboration, education and celebration, and laying the groundwork for Commission initiatives for 2018. Our goal will continue to be focused on reaching out across the State…
DetailsTallahassee, FL (December 14, 2017) — The Florida Commission on the Status of Women (FCSW) announced today the appointment of Jenna Persons by Senate President Joe Negron. As a partner in the law firm of Strayhorn & Persons, she takes pride in her work and being a part of projects that will beneficially impact our community…
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