Dr. Pavelka and PACE - Lee girls advocate to the Florida Legislature in Tallahassee.

LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF LEE COUNTY FLORIDA

Making Democracy Work for More than 60 Years

Saturday, March 3, 2012, 10am to 1pm

Hilton Garden Inn, 12601 University Drive, Fort Myers (corner of Summerlin and College Parkway)

Sandra Pavelka, Ph.D. Director, Institute for Youth and Justice Studies at Florida Gulf Coast University will speak on “Women in Government: Yesterday’s Challenges, Today’s Opportunities, Tomorrow’s Global Leaders.” Dr. Pavelka’s presentation will include an historical perspective of women’s participation in government and appreciation of how women have made a difference.

March is National Women’s History Month; this meeting is an opportunity to recognize, honor and celebrate the achievements of women in government.

League members and the interested public should make reservations by calling 239-466-8381. Cost for lunch is $20. Student rates are available.

Sandra Pavelka, Ph.D. Director, Institute for Youth and Justice Studies, FGCU

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Sandy Frank, League of Women Voters, Director-Program, 239-415-7654

The League of Women Voters of Lee County Florida (LWV Lee) is a nonpartisan organization that promotes political responsibility through informed and active participation of citizens in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

Information on the programs and issues of the League of Women Voters is available on the web at www.lwv.org, www.lwvfla.org, and www.lwvlee.org. Call 239-278-1032 or e-mail lwvlee@yahoo.com.