Commission for WomenJuly 13, 2022

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City of Austin Commission for Women Community Reception & Hall of Fame City of Austin Commission for Women Who We Are An 11-member advisory body advocating for and inspiring the city council and city manager to prioritize women’s quality of life, so that Austin becomes the most equitable city in the nation for women and girls. • Rebecca F. Austen (Alter), Chair • Juliana Gonzales (Harper-Madison) • Flannery A. Bope (Pool), Vice Chair • Diana Melendez (Renteria) • Desiree V. Bermea (Fuentes) • Pam D Rattan (Kelly) • Vanessa Bissereth (Vela) • Josephine V. Serrata • Priscilla G. Cortez (Tovo) • Jocelyn Tau (Adler) • Neva Fernandez (Ellis) Our Values The Commission for Women defines “women and girls” as individuals who identify as female, including those who are transgender and non-binary. • We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion • We raise awareness, are a resource, and take action through our expertise on women's issues • We recognize the achievements of women who make an impact on equity • We collaborate among the community and city leadership to accomplish collective goals • We are tenacious and drive results Women’s Hall of Fame Since 2011, the City of Austin’s Commission for Women has hosted an annual induction ceremony and celebration for the Women’s Hall of Fame. Hall of Fame Inductees 2011: Jody Conradt, Bertha Means 2012: Nora Comstock, Shudde Fath, Willie Mae Kirk, Bettie Naylor 2013: Lulu Flores, Carol Keeton, Harriet Murphy, Janis Pinnelli 2014: Olga Campos-Ben, Dorothy Richter, Kelly White 2015: 2016: Montserrat Garibay, Jackie Goodman, MariBen Ramsey 2017: Robbie Ausley, Dr. Colette Pierce Burnette, Jane Claire Hervey, Ann Howard, Patsy Woods Martin, Jill Ramirez 2018: Gigi Edwards Bryant, Jeanne Goka, Celia Israel, Sarah Weddington 2019: 2020: Not held due to pandemic 2021: Not held due to pandemic 2022: Fall Community Reception will kick-off 2023 Nominations Process Community Reception 2023 Hall of Fame Launch The Community Reception will allow women and girls in our community to connect and network in-person, while learning about the Commission’s work and celebrating the launch of the 2023 Hall of Fame nominations process. Connect Network Learn Celebrate Fall 2022 Community Reception & 2023 Hall of Fame Kick-Off September 2022 5:30 – 7:00 PM Location TBD 2023 Women’s Hall of Fame Nominations Timeline September 2022: Nominations Open December 2022: Nominations Due February 2023: Inductees Announced Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Celebration March 2023 5:30 – 7:30 PM Location TBD Sponsorship Opportunities Community Reception ❖ Presenting Sponsorship: $7,500 ❖ Event Sponsorship: $5,000 ❖ Bar Sponsorship: $2,500 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Celebration ❖ Presenting Sponsorship: $7,500 (2 available) ❖ Event Sponsorship: $5,000 ❖ Awards Sponsorship: $3,000 (4 available) ❖ Bar Sponsorship: $2,500 (2 available) Sponsor Recognition Depending on the contribution level, sponsors may be recognized in the following ways: • Prominent signage • Logo/Name included on event website and event materials • Mention in social media posts and program remarks • Mention in coverage that follows the event Thank you! Save the Date Commission for Women Community Reception September 2022 Women’s Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Celebration March 2023 Timeline Date June July August September Action Item Review pitch deck with Commission Explore possible venue options- ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ City Hall Asian American Resource Center Mexican American Cultural Center Greater Austin Black Chamber Riches Art Finalize date for the Launch -sometime in the last two weeks of September Secure venue Call for volunteers Call for sponsors - Commission members may ask their CouncilMember and network Collect contact information for invitees Send out “Save the dates”? Design invitation Secure sponsors Send out invites (first or second week of August if we want to include sponsors in the invites) Review & update application Draft agenda for event, invite and secure guest speakers as necessary. Finalize award application Finalize agenda for event Event at end of the month! Nominations open ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Timeline Continued…. October November December January 2023 February 2023 Continue promoting application Work on details for Awards event -confirm venue, sponsors, etc. Nominations Close - midDecember Recruit volunteers to review applications Review Applications Order awards Announce finalists Announce date of awards presentation Confirm speakers, etc. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● March 2023 Awards Presentation