Advisory Commission on Women
The Atlantic County Advisory Commission on Women (ACACW), established in 1994, is a nonpartisan organization comprised of 15 volunteer members appointed by the County Executive. The Commissioners represent the 23 jurisdictions in Atlantic County and women's issues in the following areas: women with disabilities, labor, health care, women in the professions, women in government employment, providers of women's services, clients of women's services, education, business, women's service organizations, and women in the home.
Vision Statement
Atlantic County: A community where women and girls choose to live, grow, and contribute toward a more equitable tomorrow.
Mission Statement
The Atlantic County Commission on Women advocates on behalf of women and girls by providing venues that foster equality, knowledge, and opportunities to obtain well being.
Purpose
The purpose of the ACACW is:
To serve as a fact-finding and advisory commission to the public at large, the County Executive, and the Board of County Commissioners by studying the needs, problems, interests, concerns and capabilities of the women who reside, work and visit Atlantic County.
To centralize and disseminate information regarding resources, issues, events, and programs which involve women's interests and concerns.
To suggest and urge reforms in the law, public policy, and public attitudes towards women.
To recommend programs which will help meet the needs of Atlantic County women.
To provide a forum to help increase the interaction among County women, organizations, government agencies, and institutions working to improve the lives of women of all ages and their families in Atlantic County.
Commission By-Laws
Meetings
The Womens Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 5:00 pm including virtual meetings, unless otherwise notified.
Sponsored Events and Activities
- Annual Forum for Change
- Mind, Body and Spirit Making Healthy
- Choices Program in partnership with AtlantiCare Women’s Health and Wellness Center
- Leadership for Change, a co-sponsored program with the Citizens Campaign
- Networking activities with community organizations
- Promoting women’s issues in cooperation with elected officials
Membership
Total Number of Members Allowed: 15
Number of Vacancies: 3
Commissioner Member: Commissioner June Byrnes
Staff Person: Karla Guy
(609) 345-6700 ext.2728
Current Members
Chairperson: Stephanie A. Davies
- Samera Bishop
- Cassandra S. Boston-Taliaferro
- Birdie Cody
- Susan J. Coll-Guedes
- Diane Conover
- Toshira N. Maldonado
- Marylou McAdams Corson, Esq.
- Rhuby A. Mozelle
- Evelyn M. Perez
- Yolanda Simms
- Mona C. Tally
- Millie Tate
Apply
Most advisory boards are open to Atlantic County residents. If you are interested in volunteering to serve on this or any other Board or Commission, please visit the Advisory Board or Commission Application page to apply or download an application.