On August 24, 2007, helping to give every child the necessary tools for success, the DC Commission for Women will host a Back to School Bash for families in southeast Washington, DC area. During the event free book bags and supplies will be available for 500 children who are residents of DC Village, Woodland Terrace and Skyland. Bags and supplies will be given on a first come first serve basis.

At the event parents will also have the opportunity to sharpen their financial literacy skills at a 20-minute workshop. The locations of the event will be at DC Village Family Shelter from 10 am - 11am, Woodland Terrace from 1 pm - 2 pm, and Skyland Shopping Center from 12 pm - 4 pm. The sponsors for this event are Councilmember Marion Barry, Covenant House Washington, DC Commission for Women, Operation Hope, and the Ward 8 Education Council. To learn more, please call (202) 724-1516.

 About the DC Commission for Women

The DC Commission for Women is an advocacy agency and serves as a resource center and facilitator for planning and action to solve problems facing women today, and exists to ensure fairness and equality in the workplace and community. The District of Columbia Commission for Women has a cadre of dedicated volunteers who assist will all facets of the Commission’s work, such as community education, public relations, research, special events and legislative initiatives. To join this cadre of dedicated individuals, please contact our office at (202) 724-1516.