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The Institute of Wonderful Women Working for Empowerment Announces 2014 Giving Back Stepping Forward Honorees

The 2014 Giving Back Stepping Forward Afternoon Tea “promises to be the best ever”, says organizer and chairperson, Jackie West.  Our honorees are very special people who are generous in their commitment and contributions to improving the quality of life for residents of the greater Trenton community.  Lula Custis, an A.M.E minister and speech therapist with the Trenton school district, has long championed the cause of women.  Carolyn Cooper, now retired, was a psychiatric nurse and interested in supporting other nursing students.  Sharon Nemeth, Principal at the Mercer County Health Care Career Center supports the students who are in health care training and cares very deeply about their welfare.

Our very special recognition, the “Wind Beneath My Wings” Award this year goes to the Honorable Douglas Palmer, former mayor of the City of Trenton and Pastor Toby Sanders and Beloved Community for their ongoing support of the Institute of Wonderful Women Working for Empowerment and for the Giving Back that they demonstrate to the community each day.

We’ve looked forward to the tea for a long time says, Latoya.  Everyone that we talk with says it’s such a fun event.  Jackie received assistance from Latoya in 2013.  She will be part of the program to tell “HerStory.” 

The Institute of Wonderful Women Working for Empowerment (IW3E) is an organization that is both innovative and unique in its mission of enhancing the lives of women of color.  IW3E facilitates their education and employment in healthcare. IW3E’s programs include scholarships, internships, mentoring and counseling, all of which help to develop graduates primed to enter the workforce. The Institute’s approach uses a holistic leadership model which includes mentoring, coaching public workshops, private counseling and events that support the women and help to strengthen families. 

In addition to the awards, a program which includes Liturgical Dancer Brianna Richardson, Evanglist Brenda Cusack presents “:Lola’s Letters”, a collection of family news and homespun grit, Barry Wilcox, keyboardist, homespun humor, spring hat show, tea tasting, and music, set the stage for a lively and informative afternoon. You will also hear stories of triumphs and challenges from the women that IW³E has assisted and who are participating in the recently launched “HerStory” Project.  Ivy Avery, local actress with this year’s mistress of ceremony.

The Giving Back Stepping Forward Afternoon Tea is June 1, 2014 at the Trenton Country Club, 201 Sullivan Way, West Trenton, NJ.  Net profits will benefit IW3E’s Career Connections Program which includes the Just In Time Scholarships for the students who are continuing their healthcare studies. The event donation is $50 and ads are available at $75 for a half page and $100 for a full page. To purchase a ticket, buy an ad, or to become a sponsor, visit www.wonderfulworkingwomen.org or call 609-388-1867 or e-mail iwwweinfo@gmail.com.