Week in Review Feb. 24 - March 9, 2013

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Feb. 24—Mar. 8 Women’s Intercultural Center

Carlos Alberto Escobar 2012 Pan American Word Karate Champion shares his story and future dreams with our participants.

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A place where WOMEN learn and work together to develop their SOCIAL, SPIRITUAL, ECONOMIC, and POLITICAL POTENTIAL.

“I screamed and cussed at him,” Lucy explained to me after finding out her husband was having an affair and had taken his mistress to gatherings with his family. “We

fought and when he slapped me, I grabbed the phone to call the police. He slapped me again so hard that I dropped the phone. I became so angry that I launched myself at him and scratched him to defend myself. And before I knew what was going on I was the one being arrested for Domestic Violence.” Lucy explained to me as she asked me for assistance in preparation for her court date. Betrayal brings about painful emotions. It is a violation of our person by someone we love and trust. Infidelity, deception, gossip, lies, humiliation, disloyalty—all is included in betrayal. It rocks our world and unleashes feelings of resentment, hatred, anger, bitterness, and emotional distance. From listening to participants who have experienced betrayal, I’ve learned the emotional process. First they can’t believe it’s happening to them. When Lucy saw the photos of her husband and his mistress with his family in Facebook she couldn’t believe this was happening to her. Second people turn on you and let you down. Lucy thought she had a good relationships with her husband’s family which is why she couldn’t believe that they would gladly accept her husband’s mistress in their home as if it were her. Or that her husband instead of apologizing to her for breaking her trust and hurting her would instead attack her.

Third she experienced regret. She regretted not listening to her peers that warned her that confronting him without anyone present would be a bad decision. A decision that landed her in jail. Fourth she experienced rage. She was so angry at her husband, at his family, the police and just overall everything that was happening in her life. Fifth she went through the stage of wanting revenge for what her husband did to her. Not only had he betrayed her but he had sent her to jail. And sixth she wanted to be free from the pain. To be able to care for her young child and move on with her life. Lucy was unable to continue the relationship after the painful trauma of betrayal. No “I’m sorry,” or promises of “It won’t happen again” convinced her to stay in the marriage. She realized that there was no way for her husband to rebuild the lost trust. She knew no amount of time, talk or tenderness could help her stay. It took patience for her to rebuild her life and overcome the betrayal. She did it with the support of her peers. The strong friendships she had built with the women from the Ballet Folklorico class she was taking at the Center. These women organized a food sale to help raise funds for her legal defense. They all wrote letters of support for her defense acknowledging the loving and caring person she is. They were there to comfort her and help her get through one of the lowest points of her life. She now holds a job she loves that helps her support her child, has loving and caring friends and is enjoying her life. I always enjoy her visits and as she shares the progress she has made. WInC, this is the place for any woman to overcome the challenges in her life.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

OFFICERS

Tony Martinez Chair

Eldelisa Nava Vice –Chair

Petra Devora Treasurer

Joanne Vullo Secretary

MEMBERS Victor Acosta

Grace Jacquez-Chase

303 Lincoln St * Po Box 2411 Anthony, NM 88021

575-882-5556 Fax: 866-285-7245

[email protected] www.womensintrculturalcenter.org

Letter From the Executive Director

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“When I needed help to learn English and prepare myself for the U.S. Citizenship Exam, WInC treated me like I was

the ONLY person in the world. They also

encouraged me to continue my education and helped me fill out the paperwork to enroll in college. When I needed to do volunteer work for one of my college classes there was just

ONE place for me.”

NOEMI MIRELES

THERE’S ONLY ONE YOU. AND THERE’S ONLY ONE WInC.

“WHERE IT STARTS’ 303 Lincoln Street / PO Box 2411

Anthony, NM 88021

575-882-5556

www.womensinterculturalcenter.org

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How does the digital divide affect WInC? We recognize the need to educate individuals and getting them better access to information technology tools and infrastructure as we utilize the Internet and other information technologies to help slash our operational expenses, extend the reach of our programming, and transform the way we work. We were fortunate to have Saif Almuhairbi volunteer at the Center over four years ago, for it was his knowledge on complex hardware and software and technical expertise that has helped us take full advantage of the information age. To some extent, falling prices, private donations and grants from private foundations have helped us with some of our technological needs. Our staff and volunteers are taught to utilize these tools effectively. In turn they gain knowledge to further their educational and career goals. Technology and social media are the new way to effectively fundraise for nonprofits. While we have been able to benefit from this method of fundraising, we are still limited because of the digital divide impacting our participants and the communities we serve. A major portion if not all of our annual operational budget can be raised through these methods, unfortunately, we would need at minimum the support of our participant base which lack access. How can you as a volunteer, donor, or supporter help us overcome this challenge? Vote for our cause through social media, email or text. Encourage your family, friends and co-workers to vote for us too. We need all the help we can get. We post all our digital media campaigns on our website at

www.womensinterculturalcenter.org, on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Womens-Intercultural-Center/252514849425; on twitter at https://twitter.com/WInCStrongWomen, and on our Week in Review Digital Magazine which also is available on our website under the latest news tab. It is through YOUR help that we are able to be a catalyst for change in the lives of women, their families and communities they live in. With your help we can continue advancing our work and making this world a better place for us all.

Digital Divide Infographic (Source: www.blippitt.com)

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Healing through Reiki

Omar has been in the food business for most of his life. Things were going pretty good for him when he took the

reins of the Red Rooster Cafe. Then the opportunity to start a catering business came up. This was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up. The break with his business partner was not easy it brought many negative exchanges and hurt feelings. He felt pressure and uncomfortable with every interaction. Aside from that he was experiencing serious back ache pain every day. He didn’t know what to do. A close friend that comes to the Center old him about Reiki. He knew little about it. His friend recommended him to take a Reiki healing session with the Center’s students. He wasn't very pleased with the idea, but he was ready to try it.

He had nothing to lose, after all. So, he met his friend at the Center and she

walked him over to the Reiki class for his first session. His back was really hurting at this time. Conchita Candelas, the Center’s Reiki Master and Instructor, was very kind and explained to him what Reiki was. “An energy force will flow through my mind, through my hands,” she explained. For Omar it wasn't an ordinary relaxation massage.

After the session he really felt charged with an empowering energy. All his repressed emotions disappeared. He felt, instead, an amazing peace of mind flowing through his mind and body.

It was a life-changing experience, like a culmination of a journey with so many obstacles. He was grateful for it. At that moment, he made a vow to return and have additional Reiki healing sessions.

What values are important to you? Are they what the government and politicians value? Is it someone's station in life? What about the type of job you have or how much money you make, where you live or whether you are on TANF? However, when you think about values, you should look within yourself. As you look back at your life, do you remember what was taught to you as a child and as an adult? What values relate to your family? What values relate to your community? Why is it that we are moving away from each other instead of closer to one another? WInC participants are encouraged to go out of their way to help each other. They see each other at least once a week at the Center; hence, they see each other as family. Together they experience both the best and worst of times. They share the same basic beliefs. As a matter of fact, they help teach each other right from wrong and help in each other's personal development. To our participants the most important values come from the idea of community. Franklin D. Roosevelt said, "Today we are faced with the preeminent fact that, if civilization is to survive, we must cultivate the science of human relationships--the ability of all peoples, of all kinds, to live together, in the same world, at peace."

Rediscovering Values

Omar Burciaga—New believer in the healing powers of Reiki.


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Keep smiling. It’s good for you.

A smile lights up your face and lifts your spirits. Becoming part of the

WInC community can help you maintain that smile while UNLEASHING YOUR POTENTIAL & FINDING YOUR VOICE.

And that can really get you smiling.

“WHERE IT STARTS” 303 Lincoln Street / PO Box 2411

Anthony, NM 88021 575-882-5556


Olivia Contreras

Ilse Arrieta

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The Spot: Special Sunday Brunch at WInC: Affordable Luxury

Even though I've been to the Women’s Intercultural Center (WInC) a handful of times, I'm still stunned by the subtle beauty of the space every time I walk inside. The mid-morning sunlight filtering through the windows of the gallery brighten the room. Visiting WInC during its new The Spot: Special Sunday Brunch affords me more of a chance to admire the Center more than ever before. The Sunday brunch at WInC is a delectable buffet at an affordable price of $14.99 for adults and $7.99 for children. Having brunch at WInC is an ideal time to linger with family and friends while helping micro-enterprise succeed and supporting the Center -- which is exactly what I did last Sunday afternoon. The menu had an array of choices that included breakfast and lunch menu

items, salads, and desserts. The food was creative, delicious and affordable — specially considering the talented chefs responsible for the meals Omar Burciaga and Omar Carrasco. I started off with a delicious bowl of menudo. Then went back to fill my plate with scrambled eggs, hashbrowns and sausage. Everything I had was quite filling but I wanted to taste everything offered in the buffet tables. I made my way to the salad table to taste the Ceviche and pasta salad. The Ceviche was so tasty to my palette that I had to go get seconds. I also tried the tilapia, which was quite filling. I had to stop there to taste the various desserts which included cheesecake, chocolate cake, fruit mix and brownies. Added to my meal was coffee and mimosas.

For WInC’s first ever brunch service, I'm sure it will be success. I know I was

happy to have splurged and tasted food this good. I’ll definitely be back next Sunday, March 17, 2013. Hope to see you there! About The Spot: Special Sunday Brunch: The Brunch is held on the first and third Sunday of the month at WInC located at 303 Lincoln Street, Anthony, NM. Purchase event tickets online at: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/5806715041.


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LEARNING IS SOMETHING YOU NEVER OUTGROW.

Whether you need to learn English, prepare for the U.S. Citizenship Exam, gain knowledge to start a micro-enterprise, alternative education can enrich your life. WInC can help you put your intentions into action based on your individual goals.

“WHERE IT STARTS’ 303 Lincoln Street / PO Box 2411

Anthony, NM 88021

575-882-5556


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Congratulations to Jesus and Ilse on the birth of their first born child, Itzae. Ilse is WInC’s program coordinator and will be taking a month of family leave to take care of her daughter. If you need any assistance related to programming, please contact Noemi Mireles or Mary Carter at 575-882-5556.

What WInC means to me...

Some of our participants recently shared what WInC means to them. You can view the video at http://www.womensinterculturalcenter.org/participant-stories.

Congratulations to Mrs. Pichardo for becoming a U.S. Citizen and to her instructor Olivia Contreras for keeping her tradition of 100% record of success.


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Community service is spring vacation

Emerson College students from Boston passed on party-like vacations this spring break to do community service as part of the Alternative Spring Break (ASB) program through the Office of Service Learning and Community Action. Fifteen students accompanied by a college staff member traveled to Southern NM and West Texas to learn about immigration issues and volunteer in the area. “Alternative Spring Break is an opportunity to get out of your bubble and serve the community, and understand what is going on out there,” said Katie Prisco-Buxbaum, student trip leader. “The opportunity to immerse yourself in

service as a means of understanding the challenges faced by a community is an invaluable part of what ASB offers,” said Claude Bartholomew, ASB advisor and administrative associate in the Office of Service Learning and Community Action. “I am constantly reminded by students that ASB provides a life-changing experience.” Bartholomew said students “return to campus with a renewed appreciation for people and their experiences, and a dedication to continue to serve after the trips.” “The impact of this program can be felt throughout the year and often becomes a

lifelong habit for participants,” he said. The students that came to El Paso worked at a number of different agencies and shelters including an after–school youth program, food pantry, and women’s shelters. Students worked in a community garden and helped teach an adult English class as well as worked together with Carlow University students to design six murals for the Women’s Intercultural Center (WInC). “After an inspirational chat with Mary, Executive Director of WInC (and fab visit with students from Carlow University, we were off to a Border Immersion for dinner and stories.” said Jason Robert. The El Paso group befriended a Mexican immigrant who cooked a traditional meal for everyone. She shared details of her experience crossing the border without proper documents in order to flee an abusive husband and provide a better life for her family. “What she had to go through was traumatic,” said Naomi Petrovsky ’15, the El Paso trip leader. “She went from nothing—no home, no family—and continued to work hard. Now she has her own home and her children are here legally. It was shocking to hear what she went through, but we needed that.” Even though the students have returned to campus exhausted, many have already begun planning for the 2014 ASB trips.

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Carlow Students came for a week to help us Seven Carlow University students did not spend their spring break resting and relaxing; they spent it serving others. "Each year we add more students to the numbers who participate in our Alternative Spring Break (ASB) experience," said Jermaine McKinley, DMin, the coordinator of the Mercy Center for Service at Carlow University. "I call this character-in-action. It may look like we’re only hammering nails or painting walls, but I ask the students to keep in mind the impact our presence is having on the people and the agencies that we are there to assist." The seven students that came to work at the Women's Intercultural Center painted six murals, helped around the Center, learned about the culture on both sides of the border and made friends with Emerson College students visiting the Center. "Carlow has a long history of service," said McKinley. "The Sisters of Mercy founded our University on a tradition of service to create a more merciful and compassionate world. Our students' and faculty's continued participation in ASB reflects some of Carlow's core values: discovery, leadership, service, and student progress." The Women’s Intercultural Center really enjoyed the visit, assistance they provided, flexibility in schedule changes, openness and the heart to heart talks. They will always be remembered through the beautiful murals they painted for us.

Carlow University students wearing red shirts with their new friends from Emerson College.


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There’s hunger all over the world, including our own backyard of Southern NM. Many of people in our area don’t know where their next meal will be coming from. Support our efforts to feed the hungry through our emergency food pantry. Donate food items to WInC.

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Women’s Intercultural Center 303 Lincoln Street / PO Box 2411, Anthony, NM 88021

575-882-5556 * www.womensinterculturalcenter.org

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The English as a Second Language Beginner’s class at the Women’s Intercultural Center (WInC) were surprised to have a guest speaker. Carlos Alberto Escobar, 2012 Pan American World Karate Champion, shared his personal story with the class. Carlos faced many challenges during his childhood, which is the reason why he turned to Karate not realizing how it would change his life. At age 16, Carlos began working to pay for his career in Karate. He worked hard, and practiced twice as hard, always wanting to be the best. His hard work paid off at age 25, when he began

fighting in official tournaments. He then was accepted in the Mexican National Team. Since then, he has won 16 world championships, and has fought in over 100 countries. He has received many awards throughout his career. He is the recipient of the 2010 Valor de Juarez Award, an award presented by the government to people who have been a positive influence to the community. He was also named Ath-lete of the year in 2009. He says, “Becoming an athlete has made me a better person.”

He truly is completely satisfied with his life. He is very grateful to have his family’s support, and trainer who always believed in him. He is currently attending New Mexico State University for his Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering. Carlos Alberto’s future goal is to open a gym and be a positive role model to children and adolescents. A dream he may start in collaboration with the Women’s Intercultural Center. His advice to them is to stay in school, be involved in sports, be a good citizen, and listen to your heart.

Carlos Alberto Escobar, pictured at the Center with some of the presentation participants.

2012 Pan American Word Karate Champion visits WInC


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Letter to a Journalist on Immigration Reform Hello Julia: I am sending you material on undocumented immigration that I previously sent you by email. The non-explicit central premise of this analysis is that undocumented immigrants are not being acknowledged as human beings and they and their issues have been caught as pawns between political games with a particular focus on electoral angles that are being played out by members of both main US political parties. It is obvious that no one in the House of Representatives or the Senate or the White House is willing to provide pure solutions centered on these people as human beings. Therefore the analysis shared with you incorporates proposals tending to facilitate the undocumented issue to be taken off the table of discussions by providing appropriate mechanisms to: a) provide the undocumented

immigrants with clear rules and regulations so they can live and work without anguish in the US for the time being, while at the same being able to travel to Mexico to be part of the lives of the families they left behind and,

b) to provide a long enough time window so that all political players can put forth their best efforts to gain the minds and the hearts of these potential voters so that when they do indeed become electors, the political playing field may be as even as possible.

Of course all of the elements involved in this drama are real and present and of course even the politicians, Republicans in particular are right in their perceptions that given the present set of electoral circumstances in the United States, there is a high probability that the 11 or so million undocumented immigrants presently in the US who could access a path to citizenship, would end up being Democrats for electoral purposes.

Opening a window of time, that secures a humane treatment for the immigrants, will also force the Republican Party to design and deploy necessary actions to win over these future electors and their U.S. relatives who are already citizens of the US. If indeed the Republican Party wants to keep on being a viable political alternative in a changing U.S. demography. This window of time will also force the Democratic Party to understand that holding on to voters gained through gifts and winks is a political fallacy that becomes a tragic truth at the slightest turn of the political pendulum. As has been the experience of political parties in México. Going only through the motions to pretend real care and affection for undocumented immigrants is not the path for either political party to create deep loyalty from those U Selectors of Hispanic origin that can legally vote right now. Given a choice between a convoluted path to citizenship or no citizenship involved and legal stay in the US with the right to come and go from and to Mexico, a large majority of undocumented immigrants presently in the US will chose the latter. Creating a special category of immigrants, putting them on a humanitarian path towards legalization of their stay and with the issue of their possible citizenship clearly regulated with accessible requisites to comply with – and given the proper amount of time – should and must take the issue off the table and allow Hispanics, from Mexico in particular, to work and live without undue fear and anguish in both countries at the same time. Without the sword of sudden rupture of their families dangling over their heads. While at the same time allowing U.S. politicians the political space to move forward on their hopeless journey towards real and effective collaboration for the good of the citizens without the burden of

undocumented immigration issue on their shoulders. The 3 year waiting period is proposed to assure that a limited timeframe exist to motivate undocumented immigrants from Mexico presently in the US to register and identify themselves, their places of origin, the data regarding their families in Mexico, where they have lived in the US, how much income has been retained by their employers for Social Security and under what names, and so on and so forth. The creation of a bilateral government conduit to facilitate the wiring of funds to Mexico by undocumented persons who have registered for the legalization process, will provide an additional reference parameter to these U.S. agencies and Think Tanks to cross-reference data and pinpoint this special area of economic analysis to throw light on the actual financial & economic interchange between both countries. Involving the Mexican government creates an additional critical participant, apart from both main US political parties, that will have a say in the construction of the timeframes involved. Finally, Julia, citizenship is like marriage. A decision by two. Not because someone decided to enter the US illegally – for no fault of his/her own aside from a humanely sanctioned journey towards honest work, and also through fault of the US government which does not offer an appropriate mechanism to gain the legal contribution of foreign labor or services demanded by the US economy – does it mean that the US has to offer that someone the right to citizenship. Or that such someone would request or accept it. Not because someone invades your home, with you looking the other way, are you going to have to marry him/her to your family. Should you find that someone’s presence in your abode convenient, you will also find diverse

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When it comes to electing females to public office, the U.S. ranks 69th among the world's democracies. Interested in changing the face of politics? Make plans to join us for the Ready to Run Conference on April 12 & 13.

Love was in the air at the Business Women Roundtable’s monthly luncheon. There was high energy, success, support, caring, connection, respect and admiration—an odd combination for business...an everyday thing at WInC. It was like being in a business version of WInC where women love to contribute to each other's success and want to learn from each other. We definitely believe that the world needs more of this approach to business. That is why Mary Carter, Executive Director, was honored to be the guest speaker at the luncheon. While she was there to share the story of the Women’s Intercultural Center, the presentation included the Center’s atest project – the Ready to Run Conference: Campaign Training for Women, Mary said, “When you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu. Decisions impacting women are being made

without our input. The Ready to Run Conference will educate women on the inner workings of politics, how to manage a campaign, fundraise and how to run for office.” Joining Mary at the luncheon were Ready To Run Conference Coordinator Sara Barlett and Advisory Committee Member Bonnie Burn.

Business Women Roundtable

means of continuing that positive relationship without the need to marry as a first resort. And so will that someone. The lack of dignified, well-paying in jobs in Mexico attributable to a self-serving political/economic system is the catapult that keeps throwing these people from México into the US. The lack of available U.S. takers for the existing U.S. jobs that they occupy is the glue that keeps them here. Undocumented immigrants are not the party that assigns the salary for these jobs, the party that assigns the salary for these jobs is comprised by the entrepreneurs who create the jobs. The takers of these jobs do so at their own peril and will. As long as the wide difference in economies between the US and México exists, of course there will audacious Mexican citizens willing to risk all for a US bad-paying job which salary goes a long way in México. Thousands of US retirees presently living in México constitute living proof of this principle of family economics. If everyone searches for a solution to the economic aspect by focusing on the humanitarian side of the issue, there are no real obstacles keeping this issue from being legally structured in a pragmatic and immediate manner. I appreciate your interest in the matter and pray that, over and above your professional approach, you may be able to find the proper conditions to contribute to take this issue off the table of interminable discussions where it is being used only as an excuse to gain or keep the other from gaining US political territory. Saludos, Javier Ortiz To view other data published with this letter log on to: http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=4369425799921065961#editor/tar-get=post;postID=573095112140936689

Elke Wunderlich,ACC is the Founder and Chief Executive of TopView Leadership and the Business Women Roundtable.


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WInC

Improving lives and the Paso del Norte Region through recycling inkjets, laser toners, cell phones, tablets iPods, clothing, furniture, household goods, toys...literally just about

EVERYTHING!

Live Green, Love Green, Think Green, Go Green and join WInC in collecting as many items as possible in

connection with Earth Day!

Earth Day Monday, April 22nd is a great opportunity for you to recycle and donate your items to WInC.

Women’s Intercultural Center “Where It Starts”

303 Lincoln St / PO Box 2411, Anthony, NM 88021 575-882-5556 * www.womensinterculturalcenter.org

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Mujeres Unidas en Arte Exhibit

Alma Ramirez born in Gomez Palacio, Durango. She studied at the Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes, COMCA, and the University of Cd. Juarez. She has exhibited her work in various expositions such as the Museo de Bellas Artes, Los Paisanos Gallery, El Centro Universitario and in various locations in El Paso, TX. Alma works in oil, watercolors, pastel and acrylic. She currently enjoys teaching art at the Women’s Intercultural Center.

Gloria Flores is lifelong resident of El Paso, TX. She was inspired by Bob Ross, an artist who had his own televi-sion program called “The Joy of Painting.” Barbara Brown introduced Flores to painting five years ago. She has been attending the WInC’s art class for the past to years with Artist and Instructor Alma Ramirez.

Gloria Talavera was born in Cd. Juarez, Chih., MX but was raised in Anthony, NM. She started painting in the summer of 201 at WInC with instructor Rosario Renteria. Gloria still is an art student at WInC and is now being instructed by Alma Ramirez.


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Sometimes the best way to manage your money is to do the unthinkable.

Give it away. Through the Community Foundation of Southern NM you can contribute to the Women’s Intercultural Center’s Endowment Fund through estate and planned gifts. These term planned gifts provide specific strategies that benefit the Women’s Intercultural Center at some point in the future while offering immediate benefits to the donor. Giving something away has never given so much back. To learn how to leave a legacy of educating, empowering & engaging women call CFSNM at 575-521-4794 or visit them at http://www.cfsnm.org/become_a_donor.htm.

Sending healing prayers of love for Martin Chase. We surround him with protection, joy, love health and happiness as he undergoes chemo.

Thank you Eddie Torres Rodriguez for fixing our water leak & offering to help us out with our gutter issue.

Thank you Saif for installing the soap, paper towel & toilet paper dispensers throughout the Center!

Thank you Omar Burciaga for your item & cash donation!

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Cake decorating class creations


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They are our mothers, sisters, wives and friends, and with increasing recognition, they are our heroes. Today we celebrate women the world over who are making a difference - not just for the next generation, but for all of us today.

Meet women in rural China empowering others to improve their quality of life, listen to Saudi women speak frankly on the veil, and pay tribute to Debra, who worked selflessly with her search and rescue dog at Ground Zero after 9/11. From India to New Mexico to Canada, this collection offilms on amazing women honor their sacrifices and great achievements.

Is there a female hero in your life? Share your story for our community blog at [email protected].

Never stop learning, Charlie / explore.org

Explores features WInC on International Women's Day. Click on http://exploreannenbergllc.createsend1.com/t/ViewEmail/r/DC69D223069FE3D02540E-F23F30FEDED/5A63FD099A771DF6C68C6A341B5D209E to view the featured stories and click on NM to view our story.

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Interested in teaching a class, scheduling a workshop, presentation or training at WInC? We are always searching for Volunteer Instructors to teach in their areas of expertise. We currently have a special need for a haircutting instructor. For more info, contact Ilse Arrieta, Program Coordinator at 575-882-5556 or via email at [email protected].

dates to remember For additional information please contact us at 575-882-5556 or the contact number listed next to the event announcement. To view the 2013 Semester Schedule log on to http://www.womensinterculturalcenter.org/index.php?

February

March Obesity in Children Presentation at 10:30 am. Gil Padilla from the NM De-partment of Health will be presenting on Obesity and children. He will discuss

health issues and how to prevent obesity.

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Easter Celebration: Come one, come all. Invite your friends and family and neighbors and the stranger who you just met at the grocery store for our Easter

Celebration at 12pm. Bring your favorite dish to add to our celebration. We’ll all share in the special meal and then head outdoors to watch the kids gather up Easter goodies on the Center’s patio.

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April Ready to Run Conference: Event details to be announced soon. For more information on the conference contact Mary Carter at 575-882-5556

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End of Spring Semester Celebration: The Celebration starts at 11am. Time to celebrate YOUR achievement(s)! Bring your favorite dish and join the celebration!

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Wednesdays & Fridays, Feb. 20-April 12: Income Tax Services from 1 to 4pm. The Community Action Agency (CAA) will be providing free personal in-

come tax services. Services include: State and Fed-eral tax preparation, ITIN preparation, Review of tax returns prepared by other organizations and general tax information.

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May May 6 through Friday, May 24: Summer Semester Registration starts. Class schedule will be available at the Center and online. 6 Mothers Day Potluck Celebration at 12 p.m. Bring out your favorite dish and share with your family and friends as we celebrate the most important woman in your life: Your Mother!

9 Monday, Memorial Day. In observance of the holiday WInC will be closed. 27 Start of Summer Semester Classes. Review the calendar for dates and times of the classes being offered. 28

Know Your Rights Presentation from 12:30pm to 1:30pm. Learn your basic rights. This presentation by the ACLU is for citizens and non-citizens.

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End of Spring Semester Celebration: The Celebration starts at 11am. Time to celebrate YOUR achievement(s)! Bring your favorite dish and join the celebration!

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Women’s Intercultural Center WHERE IT STARTS

303 Lincoln Street / PO Box 2411 Anthony, NM 88021

575-882-5556 www.womensinterculturalcenter.org

Week in Review Feb. 24 - March 9, 2013

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