Just as sure the first robins have arrived as a sign of spring, new growth, surges of energy are beginning to give us hope for a new year.  What a year this will be!  Election year poses a great recruitment opportunity for locals.  Wear those pins, red purses - mobilize women to vote and educate to ensure women's voices and issues are heard on election day, November 4, 2008.

 

The Power of One makes a difference.

 

For those members who have been isolated because of nasty weather or illness and don't have access to Emails, don't give up on BPW.  Its hard to communicate and keep locals going and  growing.  Develop a telephone tree to contact and keep individuals in the loop.  Volunteer.  The passion we all have for BPW and our mission to achieve equality for all women in the workplace through advocacy, education and information, is needed today more than ever in Michigan.

 

Get involved with your local, your region, and your state federation.  The next two months are full of planned activities.  Tools are available - get ready:

 

                                    1. March 25, 2008, Diversity Summit

                                    2.  Women's History Month

                                    3.  The upcoming regional meetings

                                    4.  Elk Rapids Personal and Professional Development Leadership Program,

                                         April 5th and 19th at National City Bank in Traverse City

                                    5.  April 22 EQUAL PAY DAY

                                    6.  MFBPW Annual  Convention "Lead the Way"  Grand Rapids

                                    7.  The University of Life, June 27 thru 29th Grand Valley State University

                                    8.  July BPW National Conference

                                    9.  Something is available in your area.  Call !!!!  Car pool!!! Share expenses.

 

BPW members are the best informed women.  IF YOU DON'T GO = YOU WON'T GROW.

 

 

Teresa Borowski

Women of Achievement &

Regional Co-Coordinator