CWNY news & updates
Summer 2021
We hope you are having a safe and happy summer. We, at CWNY, have been busy planning for future services and programs to address the needs of the women of New York. All women have suffered in some way during this pandemic, and it is our goal to offer support where it is most needed. Our 2021-2022 focus will be SOCIALIZATION AFTER ISOLATION and CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND JOB REENTRY. Your input is important in helping us prioritize and plan. We greatly appreciate you taking a few minutes of your time to answer this short survey.

We are thrilled to share that we started the first steps toward the renovation of the second floor of our Bayside building. Thank you, Council Member Paul Vallone, City Council Speaker Corey Johnson, and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, for securing capital funds to complete construction of the second floor of our historic building in Fort Totten. Thanks to the support of our local officials, CWNY will have a building dedicated to empowering women across New York City. This space will allow us to provide programs and services that address economic, emotional, and legal challenges.

The Board of Directors would like to thank Victoria Pilotti, former President of CWNY, for her leadership, wisdom, and strength, during her service to the community, the organization and the women of New York. We are very lucky and grateful to have her continue as one of our volunteers.

If you have any feedback, questions, comments, or suggestions, please email us at info@cwny.org. We are always happy to hear from you.

Enjoy the rest of your summer!
CWNY Services

Caregiver Support Group
Thursdays 2-3 pm

For family members who have found themselves taking care of their aging loved ones. This group discusses caregiving issues and concerns in a supportive environment.

Women in Crisis Support Groups
Resuming in September
Call 911 if you are in immediate danger

Conversational ESL Classes
Thursdays 4-5 pm
NOTE: CHANGE IN DAY

Due to current restrictions, the events above are offered by phone.

For free registration for all services above, write the specific service in the subject line and send your name, email, zip code and phone number to events@cwny.org
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Financial Literacy Workshops
Every third Wednesday of the month
via Zoom
8 - 9 pm
Resuming in September
UPCOMING EVENTS
Financial Literacy Workshop

Wednesday, Sept. 15th @ 8-9 PM

Presenter: Kathleen M. Carroll, E.A.

September Workshop:

"Financial Services are for Everyone - Planning, Banking and More!"

Free registration is available at:
SAVE THE DATE
Career Conference
Late September
via Zoom
Walkathon
Saturday, October 16, 2021
@ Fort Totten, Queens
CWNY Green Team
We care deeply about the environment. Our program focuses on the connection between the environment and women.

If you are interested in joining our Green Team or have ideas to share, please write to events@cwny.org and specify "Green Team" in the subject line of your email.

Our gardening and sustainability workshop series will start in-person in the Fall at our Fort Totten location. Stay tuned.
CWNY presents
Women of New York
(our podcast on women's issues)

COVID-19 Vaccine
NYC.gov has an overview on the vaccine for New Yorkers.
The Pfizer vaccine is authorized for anyone age 12 and up.
To schedule an appointment for the vaccine when you’ve become eligible:

New York City:
or
Call 877-VAX-4NYC (877-829-4692)

Long Island & New York State:
or
Call 833-NYS-4VAX (833-697-4829)
NYC Parks August 20th family camping event at Fort Totten Park

Participants are chosen by lottery. To enter your family in the lottery, visit the Urban Park Rangers registration page. Registration begins on Wednesday, August 11th and ends on Saturday, August 14th.
Job Listing

Paid Positions in NYC
CWNY is a Workforce1 partner. If you are seeking a paid position in the five boroughs, please send your resume by email to events@cwny.org and we will match your qualifications to openings at Workforce1. Write Paid Position Resume in the subject line of your email.
Volunteer Positions at CWNY
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Volunteer Social Services
Researcher

Volunteer ESL Conversation Class Instructor

Volunteer Film Club Facilitator

Green Team Volunteers

If you would like to volunteer with CWNY, write to events@cwny.org.
August 26th is Women's Equality Day
Women’s Equality Day commemorates the passage of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. It granted the right to vote to women; however, it wasn't until years later that voting rights of Women of Color were recognized. The amendment was first introduced in 1878. In 1971, the U.S. Congress designated August 26 as Women’s Equality Day.

-- National Women’s History Alliance
-- Department of Defense Education Activity
August is
National Breastfeeding Month
"Deciding whether to breastfeed is a very personal decision. It is based on lifestyle, desire, and health of the mother and baby. A mother may plan to breastfeed but not be able to or it may be too stressful. It is important to speak to a doctor or breastfeeding expert about breastfeeding."
August is
National Immunization Awareness Month
This annual observance highlights the importance of vaccination in protecting public health. Healthcare professionals, parents, and patients can use these resources throughout the year to learn about staying up to date on all recommended vaccines for people of all ages to prevent serious, and sometimes deadly, diseases across the life span.

-- Centers for Disease Control
-- American Academy of Pediatrics
-- National Foundation for Infectious Diseases
August is
National Wellness Month
"The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) launched its Wellness Initiative based on a wellness model Dr. Swarbrick created for people with behavioral conditions.
The Wellness Initiative identifies eight dimensions of wellness, along with basic needs related to each one. The dimensions influence one another and affect a person's overall health and quality of life."
Back to School Tips
PAST EVENTS
June 16
"Budgeting: The Foundation of Financial Planning"
Presented By: Kathleen M. Carroll, E.A.
This Financial Literacy Series Workshop covered the following topics:
  • Income
  • Gross and Net Pay
  • Expenses
  • Formulating a budget
  • Importance of timely payments
PowerPoint slides and videos from past webinars can be found on our Past Events web page.
July 30
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
Human trafficking involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion to obtain labor or commercial sex acts. Every year, millions of men, women, and children are trafficked worldwide – including right here in the US. 
-- US Department of Homeland Security

Ending Child Marriage

CWNY is pleased that the Bill S3086 was signed to end child marriage in New York State on July 22. On Wednesday, August 4, at 10 am, Unchained At Last organized a rally to celebrate that NY became the sixth U.S. state to end child marriage and to protest this human rights abuse in the remaining 44 states. See unchainedatlast.org for more details.
AmazonSmile

AmazonSmile Foundation will donate half
a percent of most purchase prices when
you shop at smile.amazon.com. You can choose Center for the Women of New York as your charity.
We Can't Do It Without You

Your dues and donations make our educational programs, events, and advocacy possible. Thank you for your continued support.
Center for the Women of New York ---- cwny.org
120-55 Queens Blvd. Room 325, Kew Gardens, NY 11424 ---- 718-793-0672
207 Totten Avenue, Bayside, NY 11359 ---- 718-229-0020