The Calvert County Commission for Women

The Calvert County Commission for Women is the County's volunteer agency charged with:

• developing opportunities for women,

• eliminating barriers that prevent women from realizing their full potential,

• and giving recognition to the contributions of women in Calvert County.

Commission Members seek to frame issues, identify problems and recommend solutions, including public policy to enhance the economic self-sufficiency of women, promote security and safety for families, and empower women of all ages.

As the voice for women in the county, the Commission functions as an advocacy agency and information clearinghouse. Through its publications, women's forums, annual women's recognition awards, a continuing education scholarship program, and active participation in community events, the Commission provides information and referral for services and advocates on behalf of county residents.

The Commission meets each month on the third Thursday at 7 p.m. Meetings are open to the public. For more information on meetings please contact the Chair.

In meeting our mission, we have achieved the following:

• We assisted the St. Mary's Women's Center, now the Women's Center of Southern Maryland, in opening an office in Calvert County for Exparte Services.

• We assisted the Calvert County school bus drivers by improving their benefits, salaries and promoting equal opportunity with their employers.

• We celebrate wonderful women every year for their assistance and volunteerism within the county.

• From our group has stemmed Safe Harbor; Abused Persons Shelter; Linda Kelley, County Commissioner; and Margaret Phipps, Register of Wills.

OUTREACH

Accept donations of and distribute used women's business clothing to women, free of charge. Send email for more information.

Sponsor open forums to seek input on issues of concern to Calvert women. Host a meeting of the Maryland State Commission for Women and invite county residents or groups to present issues for consideration at the state level.

Publish a Directory of Women Owned Businesses in Calvert County. To request a listing, sponsor the directory or for more information contact the directory editor.

To request a listing in the directory, please use our directory request form on the Directory Page

EDUCATION

Publish and distribute a quarterly newsletter.

Sponsor an annual Women's Recognition ceremony, highlighting the contributions and achievements of Calvert County women.

Sponsor an annual scholarship award for county women in transition.

ADVOCACY

Expand, inform and maintain a legislative coalition to recommend legislative and executive positions to promote the interests of Calvert County women.

Encourage women to seek political office and appointments to local, state and national boards and commissions.

Inform and report on the status of Calvert County women on key issues to the board of County Commissioners.