Jan Jones Presentation 2003 Status of Women

Jan Jones presents part 1 of the status of women in 2003. She is introduced by Kim Russell who lists many of Jan’s accomplishments. Jan was the first woman elected as mayor of the city of Las Vegas. She was a vice-president of Harrahs Entertainment and a leader in the Nevada Democratic Party. Her presentation identifies the societal behaviors that demeans women and prevents them from reaching their potentials.

Category: Videos of Women in Public Service & Government
Video Date: January 01 2003

In August 2010, PLAN (Progressive Leadership Alliance of Nevada) honored Barbara Buckley and Bertha Miranda. Barbara Buckley served in State Legislature twelve years and was Assembly Speaker. As Director of Legal of Nevada, she serves those in need. Bertha Miranda began with a 15 seat cafe in Reno and expanded to 200 seat restaurant, considered the best Mexican Restaurant in Nevada. She is a role model and philanthropist.

Category: Videos of Women Community Advocates & Service
Video Date: June 11 2011

Cindy Funkhouser receives a neighborhood award in 2011 from The Bank of America for her contributions in revitalizing the downtown area of the city of Las Vegas NV. She, with two other women, founded First Friday, a free monthly event of visual and performing art in Las Vegas.

Category: Videos of Women of Art & Culture
Video Date: January 01 2010

Mrs. Maria Quirk was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award on March 26, 2011 at the Paint the Town Red Gala,sponsored by the Junior League of Las Vegas. Carolyn Sparks, a high school classmate and Junior League member, gave the introduction. Maria joined the Junior League of Las Vegas in 1971 and was involved since then in many capacities, especially in activities involving financial responsibilities.

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