Manatee League on local television We are getting a lot of air time on Manatee Educational Television these days. You may already be aware that all of our Hot Topic programs are taped for later showing on METV. In addition, in October week we were part of a very interesting panel discussion, also taped at METV, on Organizations that Empower Women. Participants included Ashley Brown, director of the Women’s Resource Center (and a Manatee LWV board member); Kathleen Dodge of the American Association of University Women (and league member); Dr. Robyn Spirtas, of the Successful Women Aligning Together network group; and myself for our league. It was organized by Suzanne Dickie of the AAUW (and league member). The moderator, Merrie Lynn Parker of the AAUW, did an excellent job of coordinating the round-robin discussion about women in our society, and how organizations can help them achieve their goals. We talked about the purpose of our organizations and what exactly is “empowerment.” In various ways, it was described by participants as giving women the tools and encouragement they need to make the achievements they seek in life. It was amazing how much these diverse groups had in common. The most important thing offered—aside from training, leads, and other resources, is…women helping each other! It was a very inspiring experience. For broadcast scheduling information, visit www.metvweb.com. To watch a program online, just click on METV’s YouTube logo. To view live, use channel Brighthouse 614 or Verizon FIOS 31 or Comcast 19 Members of the League of Women Voters of Manatee County have worked for over 50 years to safeguard democracy through its voter information efforts, educational programs, and local advocacy. As a League member, you have the opportunity to have a profound, direct and positive impact on the issues that matter most to our community. Please join—and get involved. We have many committees and projects that need volunteers—men as well as women! Rosalie Shaffer Any questions? Feel free to contact me at shaffer_us@yahoo.com, 729-9248
	League of Women Voters of Manatee County P. O. Box 545   ·   Bradenton, FL   ·   34206 Telephone:  (941)744-9692  Updated October 27, 2011