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The Women's Opportunity Center is happy to announce the addition of two new employees to our team! Welcome our new team members!

Stefania Ianno

Strategic Life Coach

(315) 991-7611, Ext: 102

sianno@womensopportunity.org

We are excited to announce that Stefania Ianno has joined our team! Stefania brings a wealth of expertise to our organization with her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, and years of experience in the world of development, donor relations, and customer service. 


She is also the inspiring founder of Breaking Stalking, providing education on stalking awareness and prevention; her passion for this topic is commendable.



We are fortunate to have Stefania on board and look forward to the valuable contributions she will undoubtedly make.


Please join us in welcoming Stefania to our team!

Samantha Monroe

Resource Navigator

Sam has rejoined us in the role of Resource Navigator. As the primary point of contact for WOC, she will be working diligently to connect our community with essential resources and support.


With Sam's deep knowledge of our organization and her passion for serving the community, we are confident she will be a valuable asset in helping us achieve our mission.



Please join us in welcoming Sam back to the WOC family!

Calendar of events...

Check out our new in person and online events! From networking events to workshops... we have it all! Click the here to unleash your potential and see the upcoming events!

Booth at The Syracuse Downtown Farmers Market


August 20th

8:00AM - 2:00PM

Local food, venders, musicians, and more! Stop by to get some locally grown produce, hear a local musician, eat from local food trucks, and gain more knowledge on WOC and what we do! We will also be raffling off a gift card to a local restaurant!


If you would like to sponsor our booth, contact us today!

Sponsoring our booth you will get:

  • Your logo on our booth
  • Your flier on our booth
  • A shout out on our website and newsletter!

More Information




To Sponsor Our Booth This Week Call Us

M&T Bank & WOC

Financial Literacy Workshops

August 26th 4:30pm-5:30pm

September 6th 10am-11am


M&T Bank is partnering with the Women's Opportunity Center to offer financial literacy workshops to our clients and followers! In these workshops you'll learn:

  • basic knowledge of the banking system
  • checking and savings accounts
  • budgeting
  • banking for business, and much more!
August 26th Sign Up!
September 6th Sign Up!

Join us at The Fairgrounds!

Wednesday, August 28th

9am-4pm

We are proud to have a booth for Women's Day at The Fair!


We will be located under The Pavilion at Chevy Court.


For sponsorship opportunities please contact us!


Links to Click:

Sponsor Our Booth

More Information


What do you get when you sponsor our booth?


  • Your logo on our booth
  • Your flier on our booth
  • A shout out on our website and newsletter!

Women's Fireside Network


Thank you for attending the Women's Fireside Network! It was a pleasure meeting you all and I hope you can join us at our future events!


If you have any questions about our upcoming events please reach out to Brandi Maynes


Contact Brandi!

Welcome to Mental Health Mondays, where we will dive into a myriad of topics to keep your emotional, physical and mental states on the up and up! Stefania here, kicking us off with one of my favorite topics – boundaries! It’s not just a marker of territories and state lines anymore, but of something that we all need, whether we know it or not! 


Maintaining mental health often hinges on setting, practicing, and respecting boundaries – in your work, personal relationships, and even in your own habits and self-care.

Setting boundaries is not about shutting others out or imposing upon them, but about ensuring you have the room to nurture your own well-being, while speaking up about what you are realistically able or unable to do.


Read Article Here!

Interviews with Women in Business


Hey Boss Ladies! Do you want to hear inspiring stories from women crushing it in business?? You can watch the interview series now! Follow our Instagram or View Here!

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Are you feeling overwhelmed and burnt out? It might be time to reevaluate your professional boundaries. In today's fast-paced work environment, it's easy to let your personal life bleed into your job. But saying "no" and setting limits is essential for your well-being and career success. Discover how to establish healthy boundaries, maintain work-life balance, and create a more fulfilling professional life.

Read Full Article Here!

Dear Mel,


Some of my colleagues keep throwing temper tantrums and it has become disruptive to the workplace. What advice would you give on how to handle this situation.



Thanks,

Tired of Tantrums

Read Mel's Response Here!

Run Down of Our Programs!

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Community Fliers

IPEI Hosts Weekend of Free Activities at Stewart Park August 23 & 24

Sweetening the end of summer with free carousel rides, ice cream and activities!

Join Ithaca Public Education Initiative for two days of FREE RIDES at Stewart Park's Herschell Carousel, and more! Friday August 23 and Saturday August 24 from 11am to 7pm. Bring your family and friends to take a spin on this historic merry-go-round!


  • Free Stewart Park Carousel Rides
  • Fri. 8/23 and Sat. 8/24 from 11am to 7pm
  • Celebrate the end of summer with free rides aboard the historic Stewart Park Carousel!

  • Movies in the Park, Monsters, Inc.
  • Fri. 8/23 from 7PM to dusk (weather permitting)
  • Get your Monsters, Inc. pre-movie watching game on by heading to the IPEI tent for free ice cream and coloring activities while supplies last.

  • Meet & Greet with IPEI Staff & Board 

Sat. 8/24 from 3PM to 5PM

Chat about school and community partnerships with IPEI’s new Executive Director, Indi McCasey, as well as IPEI staff and board members while also enjoying free ice cream and coloring activities while supplies last. 


Learn more at IPEI’s event pages on ipei.org and Facebook.

https://www.ipei.org/events2/    https://fb.me/e/1pmBfL212

Have you relocated to the area in the past year to live or work in Tompkins County?


Are you interested in learning more about what Tompkins County has to offer a first time resident or someone returning after years away?


Join us this month at Monks on the Commons! We will meet on the patio if the weather is nice!

  • Enjoy conversation, food, and drinks with other residents who are new to the community.
  • Learn about services, programs, and volunteer opportunities in the area.
  • Explore a business or place that may be new to you.

While the event is geared towards new residents, any resident who feels they would benefit from attending or introducing themselves to new members of our Community are welcome. Significant others and kids are always welcome to attend our Welcome Home events. Food and drinks available for purchase from our host (see menu).


Welcome Home Wednesday is presented by Visions Federal Credit Union, with support from Cayuga Health System and Ithaca College


We look forward to seeing you there, and welcome home!


Date/Time

Wednesday, August 28th

5:30pm - 7:00pm

 

Fees/Admission

Free to attend; advance registration encouraged

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