The Howard County Commission for Women was established by statute in 1980 to promote the economic, social and political equality of women. The Commission has the authority to conduct studies, review progress, recommend action, and carry out activities to support this purpose. This may include:
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Collecting, analyzing and disseminating information to assist in changing attitudes and eliminating discriminatory behavior
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Studying conditions which demonstrate inequalities and unmet needs concerning women, issuing position papers, and recommending procedures or legislation to remedy them
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Stimulating efforts to expand educational and employment opportunities for women
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Promoting recognition of women’s accomplishments
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Publicizing activities and services of interest to women
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Join us for Brunch!
Saturday, March 16, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., The Bain Center
The Commission for Women invites you to the Women's History Month brunch, to celebrate "Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion." Join us to engage with a panel of community leaders who will share their inspiring success stories, including:
Daria Willis, Ph.D., Howard Community College
Jennifer Broderick, LCSW, Bridges to Housing Stability
Tania Araya, MSW, TurnAround, Inc.
Terry Hill, M.D., Maryland State Delegate
Commission Information
Meeting Schedule
The Commission for Women meets on the third Wednesday of every month, from 7 to 9 p.m. Meeting are currently being held virtually via Webex. To join the meeting:
Join from the meeting link: https://howardcountymd.webex.com/howardcountymd/j.php?MTID=m2b025f06a94f176c8f00e2ad94c7744b
Join by meeting number: Meeting number (access code):
Join by phone: 1-650-479-3207 Call-in toll number (US/Canada)
Board Members
The Commission is comprised of twelve members, including one high school student, who are appointed by the County Executive and confirmed by the County Council. Current members are:
- Jessica Epps, Chair
- Jessica Nichols, Vice Chair
- Sherine Hargrove, Recording Secretary
- Isabella Clancy, Student Commissioner
- Mae Beale
- Farida Guzdar
- Homayara Aziz
- Kashonna Marrow
- Maxine F. Kellman-Allen
- Rhonda Jones
- Natasha Blount
- Stephanie Adibe, Executive Secretary
Meeting Agendas & Minutes
2023
March 2024
February 2024
- Agenda
- Meeting Minutes
January 2024
December 2023
- Meeting Cancelled
November 2023
October 2023
- Meeting Cancelled
September 2023
- Agenda
- No Quorum
August 2023
- No Meeting-Summer Break
July 2023
- No Meeting-Summer Break
June 2023
May 2023
April 2023
- Agenda
- Minutes
March 2023
- Agenda
- Minutes
February 2023
- Agenda
- Minutes
January 2023