Strong Women, Strong Girls, a nationally recognized mentoring program that closes the ambition gap with pre-adolescent girls in low-income communities, is celebrating its 10th anniversary by honoring ten women who have helped build communities of women committed to supporting positive social change. The event, presented by Natixis Global Asset Management and hosted by Kim Carrigan, co-host of The Financial Exchange on AM680 WRKO, will take place on Monday, June 2, 2014 at 6:30pm at the Revere Hotel in Boston.
YWCA of Boston President and CEO, Sylvia Ferrell-Jones of Lexington, is one of the ten women being recognized for her outstanding contribution in the field of non-profit organizations.
In her seven years as the CEO of the YWCA Boston, Sylvia Ferrell-Jones has led the organization through financial, operational management and program transformations. Prior to joining the YWCA, Ferrell-Jones served as Regional Director for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, where she provided governance, management and fundraising consultations to a $26 million portfolio of not-for-profit affiliates.
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Sylvia Ferrell-Jones is being honored for her on-going efforts to strive for justice for all,” said Haviva Kohl, National President, Strong Women, Strong Girls. “Sylvia’s dedication to the community embodies the hard work and strength that we try to pass on to the girls we work with every day.”
“I’m humbled and excited to be recognized with such a wonderful group of women,” said Ferrell-Jones. “We do our work not expecting any accolades, but it is still lovely when they arrive.”
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“Natixis Global Asset Management is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Strong Women, Strong Girls 10th anniversary event as they honor Sylvia Ferrell-Jones and the nine other inspirational women who are making a difference in our communities,” said John Hailer, President and Chief Executive Officer, Natixis Global Asset Management – The Americas and Asia.
Tickets to the 10th anniversary event are $180 and available at www.swsg.org/10years or by calling 617-338-4833. Sponsorships are also available.
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About Strong Women, Strong Girls
Founded in 2004, Strong Women, Strong Girls is a nationally recognized mentoring program focused on three generations: elementary school girls, undergraduate women, and professional women to create cycles of mutual empowerment for women and girls. Learn more at www.swsg.org.
