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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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:
Meeting link:
https://howardcountymd.webex.com/howardcountymd/j.php?MTID=m972e75eec04af5979f15ba445456b037
Meeting number:
2315 727 1469
Join from a video or application
Dial 23157271469@howardcountymd.webex.com
You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number.
Join by phone
1-650-479-3207 Toll
Access code: 23157271469
Global call-in numbers
https://howardcountymd.webex.com/howardcountymd/globalcallin.php?MTID=md8decb7da5322eae64df656f06b4910b
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
- Hannah Chang, Student Commissioner
- Shannon Taitt
- Kristen Mahoney
- Mae Beale
- Homayara Aziz
- Rhonda Jones
- Michelle Henry, Acting Executive Secretary
Meeting Agendas & Minutes
2024
September 2024
- Agenda
- Minutes
April 2024
- Agenda
- Meeting Minutes
March 2024
February 2024
January 2024
