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CT WBDC EMG Winners Meet Up Event
The Women’s Business Development Council offers grants of up to $10,000 to qualified women-owned small businesses in Connecticut. The Equity Match Grant Program is designed to help women-owned businesses grow! Grants between $2,500 and $10,000 will be awarded for clearly defined projects that will have a measurable impact on the business, its growth and profitability. On Tuesday, March 7, 2023, WBDC in New Haven invited the winners to meet each other. As a part of the grant receipt, Dr. John gets mentoring from Carol Cheswick, one of the WBDC's mentors. She has been advising her and Amy Anderson Moncy on the development...
Read Across America Day
Thursday March 2, 2023, the USA celebrated Read Across America Day.
Black HERstory Feature: Angel Wells
Angel Wells is a University of Hartford student, who is an English major. Angel is an aspiring YA writer, avid book lover and impressive young leader. She is a professional speaker, a member of SCBWI, and the president of Pages Come to Life. She did a video to celebrate the intersectionality of being Black and female and entitled it Black HERstory. Watch, like, comment, and subscribe!
Empowering Talent: Hiring Female Interns from Live Girl She Works
Hiring female interns from Live Girl She Works not only benefits the individuals themselves but also brings numerous advantages to your organization. From accessing a diverse talent pool to promoting gender equality, cultivating a supportive workplace culture, and developing future leaders, these young women have the potential to make a significant impact on your organization's success. By embracing this initiative, you demonstrate your commitment to empowering women, fostering inclusivity, and building a brighter, more equitable future.
Black HERstory: Melissa-Sue John featured in two podcasts
Dr. John featured by Hayvn Hubcast and RoAR podcasts. Listen!