Tickets Now Available! The 27th Annual Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award Dinner

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Tickets, Sponsorships, Tributes, and Ads Now Available!

 May 4th, 2023 at 5:30pm at The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village

Back in person for the first time since 2019! Womanspace cordially invites you to an evening of celebration, community, and compassion. This year’s recipient of the Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award is Troy Vincent Sr. Mr. Vincent is a former Philadelphia Eagles Cornerback and the current EVP of Football Operations at the NFL. He is an outspoken advocate for violence-free homes and communities.

Tickets, sponsorships, tributes, and advertising opportunities are now available! Click below for more information. Questions? Please email Erin Hartshorn, VP of Development & Communications, at ebh@womanspace.org.

 
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Troy Vincent Sr. Announced as the 2023 Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award Honoree

Womanspace is pleased to announce that Troy Vincent Sr. is the 2023 BBS Award Honoree. A Trenton native, Vincent is an NFL football legend who has played for the Philadelphia Eagles, the Miami Dolphins, the Buffalo Bills, and the Washington Redskins. He currently serves as the EVP of Football Operations for the NFL. He and his wife, Tommi, are advocates against domestic violence and sexual assault and have supported Womanspace over the years.

“It is indeed humbling and with great gratitude to be the recipient of the 2023 Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award. Its significance and legacy represents decades of dedication to end domestic violence and sexual assault. Turning pain into purpose is an example of how one voice can grow to be amplified on behalf of millions, and it’s a reminder that violence against women and young girls is our issue.” said Troy Vincent Sr on his nomination.

“Womanspace is honored to have Troy Vincent as the 27th Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award recipient. Domestic violence is not just a women’s issue. It’s an issue that affects the entire world, and Troy’s passion for ending intimate partner violence is inspiring.” said Nathalie Nelson, CEO & President of Womanspace.

The Womanspace family is so thankful for Troy Vincent’s support of our mission of nonviolence and his consistent commitment to the Greater Trenton community. Please join us on Thursday, May 4th, 2023 as we honor Vincent and his initiatives to prevent abuse within the home and on the field.

About Troy Vincent

Troy Vincent Sr., is currently the Executive Vice president of Football Operations at the National Football League (NFL). In this role, Vincent is responsible for several divisions including Business Strategy and Development, Officiating, Game Operations, Policy and Compliance, Football Communications and Marketing, Player Community, and Player Engagement. This equates to shepherding the full lifestyle of players and the game… from youth to NFL Legends.

As a non-voting member of the Competition Committee, Vincent develops programs for players, coaches, and football executives. The NFL Legends Community, NFL Way to Play, and The Rookie Success program are just a few key initiatives created under his watch. In addition, he has implemented programs that focus on wellness/mental health, suicide prevention, stigma change, domestic violence & sexual assault prevention. He works closely with clubs, players, and legends on social justice initiatives in communities across the nation. His influence and impact reach far beyond the football field.

As a leader, Vincent draws from his unique experiences as a player, president of the NFL Players Association, and the Senior Vice President of Player Engagement at the NFL. He employs the highest standards to enhance and preserve football and its value to society.

Vincent began his 15-year professional football career as a first-round draft pick and continues to be recognized for his contributions on the field. He made five Pro Bowl appearances and was selected All-Pro three times. He has been nominated to the NFL Pro Football Hall of Fame and has been inducted into the Hall of Fames for the Philadelphia Eagles, the State of Pennsylvania, the University of Wisconsin, Pennsbury High School, and recently the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame.

Personally, Vincent is an advocate against domestic violence and sexual assault. Being directly affected by domestic violence, both Vincent and his wife, Tommi, share a passion and commitment to promoting the message of “Leadership Over Violence”. They serve their community through visiting shelters, speaking to advocacy groups, and encouraging others to act to end domestic violence and sexual assault. Additionally, through their foundation, Love Thy Neighbor, the Vincent family is dedicated to humanitarian efforts defined by giving back to those in need throughout communities across America, beginning with their hometown of Trenton, NJ.. Because of his charitable endeavors, Vincent is the only player in history to have received the NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year award and the NFL Players Association Byron Whizzer White Award. He also received the National Jefferson Award for Public Service for extraordinary public service. Vincent also serves on the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition.

A father of five, Vincent and his wife call Virginia home.
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Join Deepa Iyer and Womanspace on August 23rd

Strengthening Our Roles and Ecosystems for Social Change

with Deepa Iyer

During overlapping crises, how do we strengthen our ecosystems and sustain our own work for the long run? Join an interactive virtual talk by Deepa Iyer (Building Movement Project) to understand our social change roles, the characteristics of strong ecosystems, and approaches for long-term sustainability. You’ll leave with a framework and tools to anchor yourself and take back to your organization and coalitions.

This event will take place August 23rd at 6pm via zoom. Register for the zoom event here!

 

About Deepa Iyer

Deepa Iyer is a South Asian American writer, lawyer, strategist, facilitator, and activist. She is a Senior Advisor at Building Movement Project and curator of Solidarity Is, a project that provides trainings, narratives, and resources on building deep and lasting multiracial solidarity. Iyer served as executive director of South Asian Americans Leading Together (SAALT) for a decade, and has held positions at Race Forward, the US Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division, the Asian Pacific American Legal Resource Center, and the Asian American Justice Center.

Thank You for Attending BBS 2022!

Honoring Elizabeth Smart, Child Prevention Abduction Advocate & Victim of Child Abduction

May 16th, 2022 –  Almost 20 years after her abduction and a decade-long career in national advocacy work, Elizabeth Smart’s greatest achievement is simply surviving. “There are many things that I’m proud to be a part of – like AMBER Alerts and other safety legislation being passed,” Smart said during the virtual BBS event held via zoom on May 12th. “But I’m most proud of who I’ve been able to become in my adult life.”

Elizabeth Smart is the 2022 recipient of the 26th Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award. In 2002, Smart was abducted from her home at the age of 14. For the next nine months, her captors controlled her by threatening to kill her and her family if she tried to escape. Since her rescue, Elizabeth has become an advocate for change related to child abduction, recovery programs, and national legislation. She is the founder of the Elizabeth Smart Foundation, an organization out of Salt Lake City seeking to end the victimization of sexual assault and abuse through prevention, recovery, and advocacy.

The virtual event began with an introduction by CEO & President Nathalie Nelson who recognized the commitment Barbara Boggs Sigmund and her family have made to the Womanspace mission since the organization’s inception. Elizabeth Smart then gave a powerful retelling of her kidnapping followed by a Q&A led by Immediate Past Board President Rev. Matt Rhodes.

Rhodes and Smart discussed how faith can guide survivors through their healing journey: “I grew up very faith-based and it made a huge impact on my survival when I was kidnapped. Knowing there was an all-powerful God on my side was a comfort. As an adult, faith is still a big part of my life. Whatever brings you a greater peace is where you should be,” Smart said.

The conversation then led to Smart deciding to write her published book My Story. “For years I didn’t speak about my story. I had zero desire to ever write or speak about it,” recalled Smart. “When [the trial] finally happened, I was twenty-three and I had to spend multiple days on the witness stand. The next day I went to the grocery store with my mom and I remember looking at the magazine rack and seeing my face on every magazine. I glanced through one thinking ‘this is a list of facts and not my story’. If these facts are out there, I might as well give it context and meaning in my own words.”

Smart also addressed the #MeToo movement and the need for further education on the impacts of sexual harassment: “Sexual abuse is nothing new – it’s always been here. We have a gaping chasm in this country that we’ve been sweeping under the rug for years. These conversations can be really uncomfortable and triggering – but they are also so important and necessary to have.”

Finally, Rhodes and Smart wrapped up the Q&A praising advocates, volunteers, and professionals who support survivors. “I am so grateful for organizations like Womanspace. I have the deepest appreciation for every individual who takes on work in the field of domestic and sexual violence prevention.”

The Womanspace team thanks Elizabeth Smart for sharing her story with our community. Her heartfelt words of wisdom are making a difference in the lives of survivors. A massive thank you to our volunteers and donors who dedicate their resources to help victims of abuse in Mercer County. This night would not have been possible without our sponsors, volunteers, and staff members. We look forward to seeing everyone in person at next year’s Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award Event.

 

Young Adult Advisory Council (YAAC)

Womanspace is proud to announce our new initiative; The Young Adult Advisory Council (YAAC), a group of young leaders between the ages of 15-22 advocating for domestic violence awareness, sexual assault awareness and healthy relationships. Young women experience the highest rate of intimate partner violence and sexual assault, almost triple the national average. Among female victims of intimate partner violence, 94% of those are age 16-19 and 70% of those age 20-24 were victimized by a current or former partner.

These advocates are helping voice Womanspace’s mission of DV and SA awareness to a younger audience via Instagram, Tik Tok, and other social media platforms. For example, YAAC Instagram posts for Denim Day had the highest social engagement this year with 94 likes and 64 shares. See them below!

Womanspace is hoping to recruit new YAAC members this summer. Additionally, the group is hoping to plan a conference in 2022 as a way to create a safe environment for conversations around healthy relationships, dating violence, consent, and more. More information on this possible event will be determined in the upcoming months.

Interested in joining YAAC? Become a member by August 13th! For more information, email Danielle Scollins at des@womanspace.org. 

Donate to Womanspace through Walgreens!

We’re participating in the myWalgreens donation program! You can donate your myWalgreens cash rewards to Womanspace from April 1, 2021- May 31, 2021. At Walgreens, you’ll earn unlimited 1% Walgreens Cash rewards when you shop and you can choose how much to donate. It’s that easy. Whether you’d like to contribute $1, $5, or more of your Walgreens Cash rewards you’ll be making a big difference. It really adds up!

 Your support means the world to us.

Click on: https://www.walgreens.com/mywalgreens/donation.jsp 
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Thank you for supporting Womanspace!

Mardi Gras Fundraiser!

The Women’s Council of Realtors is having a Mardi Gras Fundraiser on Fat Tuesday!

Tuesday, Feb. 25th, 5PM-9PM.  View the flyer below to find out more information.

 

26th Annual Barbara Boggs Sigmund Awards Event Honoring Elizabeth Smart

Honoring Elizabeth Smart, Child Prevention Abduction Advocate & Victim of Child Abduction

Thursday May 12th, 2022 via Zoom

 

Womanspace is privileged to honor Elizabeth Smart, for her efforts advocating to prevent child abduction and find hope and healing after a traumatic event.

The abduction of Elizabeth Smart was one of the most followed child abduction cases of our time. Elizabeth was abducted on June 5, 2002, and her captors controlled her by threatening to kill her and her family if she tried to escape. Fortunately, the police safely returned Elizabeth back to her family on March 12, 2003, after being held a prisoner for 9 grueling months.

Through this traumatic experience, Elizabeth has become an advocate for change related to child abduction, recovery programs, and National legislation. Elizabeth triumphantly testified before her captor and the world about the very private nightmare she suffered during her abduction, which led to conviction.

The Founder of the “Elizabeth Smart Foundation”, Elizabeth has also helped promote The National AMBER Alert, The Adam Walsh Child Protection & Safety Act and other safety legislation to help prevent abductions.

Elizabeth has chronicled her experiences in the New York Times best-selling book, “My Story.” In addition, she and other abduction survivors worked with the Department of Justice to create a survivors guide, entitled, “You’re Not Alone: The Journey From Abduction to Empowerment.” This guide is meant to encourage children who have gone through similar experiences not to give up but to know that there is hope for a rewarding life.

Elizabeth has recently released a new powerful and inspiring book about what it takes to overcome trauma, find the strength to move on, and reclaim one’s life. “Where There’s Hope” is the result of Elizabeth’s mission: It is both an up-close-and-personal glimpse into her healing process and a heartfelt how-to guide for readers to make peace with the past and embrace the future.

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