{"id":50137,"date":"2014-03-28T16:51:14","date_gmt":"2014-03-28T23:51:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/theavtimes.com\/?p=50137"},"modified":"2014-03-29T16:40:13","modified_gmt":"2014-03-29T23:40:13","slug":"womens-history-luncheon-a-success","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theavtimes.com\/2014\/03\/28\/womens-history-luncheon-a-success\/","title":{"rendered":"Women\u2019s History Luncheon a success"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Braxton and Waunette Cullors at the inaugural Women’s History Luncheon March 22 at the Hilton Garden Inn. Braxton recited the poem, Phenomenal Woman, while Waunette was honored by Assemblyman Steve Fox for being a community leader. (Contributed photos)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

PALMDALE \u2013 More than 100 local women from various backgrounds and paths of life came together recently for the inaugural Women\u2019s History Luncheon.<\/p>\n

The event, aimed at developing a network of positive-thinking women in the Antelope Valley, was held March 22 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Palmdale.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn light of all the things happening daily in the community, it was time that we worked on empowering women of our community,\u201d said organizer Simone Zulu<\/strong>. \u201cI truly believe that in order to change a society and have a long lasting change, we must educate its women.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The luncheon was a chance to celebrate female leaders in the local community, organizers said.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Highlights of the Women\u2019s History Luncheon included motivational speeches by <\/b>community activist Veronica Fields<\/strong>,\u00a0Pukuu Cultural Community Services President\u00a0Sylvia Mendivil Salazar<\/strong>,\u00a0and others; a fashion show featuring three local designers; and an inspirational song by local vocalist Kendra James<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere were 116 women and 10 young ladies [in attendance],\u201d Zulu said.\u00a0 \u201cWe had nurses, teachers, doctors and business owners; and we had our own Assemblyman Steve Fox honor five very special ladies.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Assemblyman Steve Fox presented commendation certificates to five attendees.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Waunette Cullors<\/strong>, Sharon Vega<\/strong>, Habiba Salifu<\/strong>, Fatoumata Diallo<\/strong>, and Zulu were awarded by Assemblyman Fox for going above and beyond in their community as leaders, and for being extraordinary women of character, courage and commitment.<\/p>\n

\u201cI was surprised by [the award] because what I do I just do for my love of youth in the community and wanting to make a difference,\u201d said Cullors, Director of the Miss Black AV and Miss AV Latina pageants. \u201cThe event was really nice, a room filled with women that were happy and joyous, and we networked and laughed.\u00a0It was nice to celebrate with the other accomplished women in the room,\u201d Cullors continued.<\/p>\n

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All attendees received certificates for making a difference in the Antelope Valley.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

All attendees received certificates for making a difference in the Antelope Valley. Attendees were also gifted with wonderful prizes to take home, Zulu said.<\/p>\n

The luncheon was hosted by the High Desert Service Center Council and sponsored by the California Teachers Association. The inaugural event was deemed a success, Zulu said, and organizers are already planning for next year.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is very important for all women,\u201d Zulu said. \u201cAs women we can get together for a common cause \u2013womanhood.\u00a0 With that, we can put aside race, financial status, or educational background and come together in a positive atmosphere to be one with other women.\u201d<\/p>\n

To be added to the mailing list for next year\u2019s Women\u2019s History Luncheon, contact Simone Zulu at 661-492-5944.<\/p>\n

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