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Assembly Member Nily Rozic honors local educator during Women’s History Month

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Mar. 27, 2025 By Athena Dawson Assembly Member Nily Rozic is celebrating trailblazing women who are making a lasting impact in their communities during Women’s History Month. This year’s national theme, “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating and Inspiring Generations,” emphasizes the importance of honoring those who uplift and educate future generations. Rozic’s recognition of…

Queens women honored at LaGuardia Community College event with Council Member Julie Won

Pictured from left to right: Council Member Julie Won; Whitney Thomas Toussaint and her son; Kelly Craig, Christina Chaise; Dr. Rosamond (Dr. Roz) Gianutsos; Melissa Tart; Carmen Griffin; Professor Nicole Maguire; Theresa Cottone; Ashley Abid; and LaGuardia Community College President Kenneth Adams. Photo: LaGuardia Community College

Mar. 25, 2025 By sobrien March 25, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Council Member Julie Won and LaGuardia Community College President Kenneth Adams honored five Queens women Friday morning for their dedication to improving financial futures, education, housing, and traffic safety for children and families. Won and Adams co-hosted a breakfast at LaGuardia Community College’s…

Photos: DA Melinda Katz honors Queens leaders at Women’s History Month celebration

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Mar. 24, 2025 By Ethan Marshall and Ramy Mahmoud Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz recently held her annual Women’s History Month celebration on Wednesday, March 19, in the Benjamin S. Rosenthal Building at Queens College, located at 65-30 Kissena Blvd. in Flushing. Co-sponsored by Queens College, the Queens County Women’s Bar Association and the Center for…

March 8: How to celebrate International Women’s Day in Queens

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Mar. 7, 2025 By Jessica Militello Who runs the world? Women! International Women’s Day (IWD) is observed annually on March 8, serving as a global tribute to the social, economic, political and cultural contributions of women. While the day is often marked by celebratory social media posts and acknowledgments from organizations, brands, and public…