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Please join the Equity and Campus Diversity Office as we celebrate Women’s History Month by welcoming Sheri Scavone, executive director of the WNY Women’s Foundation, for our Diversity Dialogue Speaker Series on Tuesday, March 7, during Bengal Pause (12:15–1:30 p.m.) in Bulger Communication Center East.

The dialogue title, “Opportunity Is Everywhere” (PDF, 78 KB), is exhibited throughout Ms. Scavone’s life, her dedication proven by her work in removing barriers and creating opportunities for girls and women to thrive and contribute to our vibrant community. In her role as executive director, Ms. Scavone uses research data from the WNY Women’s Foundation to educate, convene, and forge collaborations with key community stakeholders about gender bias and other issues preventing girls and women from achieving economic self-sufficiency. She leads the foundation to empower young girls, single mothers, and aspiring female leaders through strategic initiatives and investments. Ms. Scavone is a tireless advocate for girls and women, most recently partnering to secure a robust paid family leave insurance program for New York State and to bring to Western New York a special child care subsidy program that supports working parents.

With more than 30 years of experience leading and growing nonprofit organizations, Ms. Scavone is a women’s college graduate and the mother of twin girls. Experience her passion about harnessing the incredible resources of women to strengthen our community—and celebrate Women’s History Month 2017 on March 7.