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🌟 Celebrating Women's History Month with SFDS 🌟

Hello SFDS Family,


As we continue to embrace the joy of celebrating Women's History Month, we're spotlighting extraordinary individuals within and supportive of the Deaf community.

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πŸ’™πŸ’›Women's History Month HonoreesπŸ’™πŸ’›

Roberta "Bobbi" Cordano

President of Gallaudet University

Leading the premier institution for Deaf education, Bobbi Cordano champions for inclusive education and Deaf rights.

Website


Leah Geer

Co-Author of the 'ASL at Home' curriculum and Associate Professor at California State University

Leah Geer has been pivotal in creating resources for families with Deaf children, fostering early communication and connection.

Website

Twitter: @drleahgeer


Sara Novic

Author/Advocate

Website

Twitter: @photonovic


Jena Floyd

Jena Floyd captures the beauty of expression through her art, inspiring creativity and expression within the Deaf community and beyond.

Website

Instagram: @jenafloydart


Jackie Roth

Artist, Real Estate Broker, Entertainment Producer

Native New Yorker and seasoned real estate professional, known for her passion for the city, extensive experience in the entertainment industry, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Instagram: @withjackieroth


Anne Pasternak

Director of the Brooklyn Museum

Anne Pasternak leads with vision, making art accessible and relevant to all, including the Deaf and hard of hearing communities.

Twitter: @annepaternak


Andrea Stewart Cousins

New York State Senate Majority Leader


Kim Orfino Sanzo

SLP-D / Founder of Language First, Polyglot

Kim Orfino Sanzo is dedicated to fostering language development and advocating for bilingual education within the Deaf community.

Website

Twitter: @languageFirst


Dr. M. Christina Rivera

Associate Professor

Website


Victorica Monroe

Educational Consultant

Chief Executive Officer of Monroe Pedagogy


Andrea Sonnier Babin

Educator and Advocate

Website


Hasoni Pratts

Recently appointed as the Regent for the 2nd Judicial District, Brooklyn, committed to enhancing education and opportunities in New York.


Linda E. Johnson

President and CEO of Brooklyn Public Library

Linda E. Johnson champions the power of knowledge, ensuring that libraries are inclusive spaces for learning and growth for everyone, including the Deaf community.

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🌟 Join Us 🌟

We invite you to join us in celebrating these extraordinary individuals and their contributions to our community and beyond. Let's continue to celebrate and uplift the achievements of women everywhere, including those within the Deaf community, whose resilience and contributions inspire us all.


With warmest regards,


SFDS


Please note: Links and social media handles are provided for further exploration of these honorees' works and contributions.

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ο»ΏThank you for being an essential part of the St. Francis de Sales School for the Deaf community.


Big hugs and high-fives,

St. Francis de Sales School for the Deaf (SFDS)

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