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News You Can Use January 30, 2021 Join us on Sunday for the WLB! Agenda 12:30 p.m. -1:00 p.m. - Welcome and Introductions 1:00 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.:  Women on the Frontlines Moderator:  Dana Pauley, Interim Executive Director, Leadership Montgomery   Facilitator:  Commissioner Arlinda Clark, Esq.  Speakers: Dr. Patsy McNeil, Chief Medical Officer of Adventist Healthcare's Shady Grove Medical Center Brenda Wolff, President, Montgomery County Board of Education Rose Maria Li, MBA, PhD, President and CEO, Rose Li and Associates LaVita Sterling, Local 400 Germantown Safeway  1:55-2:00:  Fun Break 2:00 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.: Economic and Social Justice Moderator: Tiffany Jones, Chair, Community Action Board Facilitator: Commissioner Tazeen Ahmad Speakers: Delegate Pam Queen, D-14 Joanne Hurt, Executive Director, Wonders Early Learning Caryn York, Chief Executive Officer, Jobs Opportunity Task Force 2:00 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.: Safety and Security Moderator: Delegate Vanessa Atterbeary, D-13, Vice-Chair, House Judiciary Committee Facilitator:  Commissioner Tricia Swanson Speakers: Senator William C. Smith, Jr., D-20, Chair, Judicial Proceedings Committee Melanie Shapiro, Public Policy Director, Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence Lisae Jordan, Esq., CEO and Counsel, Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault 2:55 p.m.-3:00 p.m.:  Fun Break 3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.: Healthcare Moderator: Delegate Joseline Pena-Melnyk, D-21 Facilitator: Commissioner Mona-Lee Belizaire Speakers: Dr. Risha Irvin, Assistant Professor, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases Tammy Bresnahan, Director of Advocacy, AARP Maryland Ann Mazur, Chief Executive Officer, EveryMind 3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m: Education Moderator: Kathy Stevens, Executive Director, MCAEL Facilitator: Commissioner Patti Maclay Speakers: Dr. DeRionne Pollard, President, Montgomery College Delegate Anne Kaiser, D-14, Chair, Ways and Means Committee Dr. Monifa McKnight, Deputy Superintendent, Montgomery County Public Schools 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m: Networking Get the Latest Updates for the Virtual Event on Social Media Facebook: @MontgomeryCountyCommissionforWomen Twitter: @MoCoWomen Instagram: mococfw YouTube: Montgomery County Commission for Women Social Media Tool Kit : Help us spread the word Purchase your ticket today!   County Resources Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, COVID Briefing January 27, 2021 Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles, and the County's Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security Director Dr. Earl Stoddard held their weekly virtual media briefing on Wednesday, January 27 at noon. County Executive Elrich highlighted the County's COVID-19 case numbers and vaccination plans. He also mentioned that many people still have questions about the availability of COVID-19 vaccines and provided details on how to preregister for the vaccine.  Dr. Travis Gayles discussed monitoring the COVID-19 restrictions and the new COVID-19 variants, which are now found in Maryland. Dr. Earl Stoddard also talked about the state's appointments and advised against individuals sharing appointment links.   County Executive Marc Elrich's January 28 video message to the community on the current vaccination situation is well worth watching (approximately 9 minutes). https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/covid19/vaccine/  This website provides a listing of all county food resources.  It is regularly updated so be sure to check back often. Volunteering Volunteering is a great way to give back to the community.  Check out the opportunities available here. Employment The Maryland Department of Labor updates its website each day with news and FAQs regarding the impact of COVID-19 on employment. You can access this website here.  Need to find a job or have general employment questions? Check out Worksource Montgomery, which is currently offering virtual workshops. Find out which establishments are currently hiring here.   CFW Programming Please join us as local family law attorneys walk through the "ins" and "outs" of going through a separation and divorce in Maryland. All classes are FREE and are from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Seminars will be taking place online. Participants will receive the meeting information after signing up. Classes are the FIRST Wednesday of every month through June 2021: Wednesday, February 3, 2021 7:00 PM Wednesday, March 3, 2021 7:00 PM Wednesday, April 7, 2021 7:00 PM Wednesday, May 5, 2021 7:00 PM Wednesday, June 2, 2021 7:00 PM Sign Up Today! Human Trafficking Prevention Month On Tuesday, January 26 the Montgomery County Council issued a proclamation declaring January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Erin Andrews, Chair of the Montgomery County Human Trafficking Prevention Committee (Committee) provided remarks on behalf of the Committee.  Commissioner Donna Rojas, liaison to the Committee was also in attendance. The proclamation ceremony may be viewed here. Diaper and Baby Formula Drive We need your help!  There are many families in Montgomery County that need diapers and baby formula.  The service hubs below will be accepting diapers and baby formula during the times indicated. Thank you in advance for donating to those in need. Visit our Website and Facebook Page Be sure to visit our Facebook page and our website for all the latest news and stories. Be the first to "Be in the know"! Visit our Instagram Page Did you know the Commission for Women was on Instagram? 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