The Mishawaka Commission on the Status of Women, established by Ordinance Number 1957 in 1976, brings women into "full and equal partnership in the life of the community." The purpose of the commission is to develop recommendations to eliminate sex discrimination in all spheres of community life; to develop programs to facilitate this process; and to develop recommendations for service which will enhance the role of women and assist them in making maximum contributions to the world around them. The Commission will serve to inform all citizens of Mishawaka of their basic rights and opportunities and help them to develop their capacities and aspirations to the fullest.

Committees:

Human Rights - acts as a clearing house and coordinating agency concerning actual discrimination in practice.

Legislative - keeps the Commission advised of current legislation of particular interest to women and considers if action needs to be taken at all levels of government.

Social Services - reviews and strengthens all services available to women to enable them to make their full contribution through their homes, jobs and community life.

Community Relations - is to educate and inform the public on the status women through the media and public meetings.

The MCSW meets the fourth Thursday of each month, September through May, at 7:00 pm in the Library at Battell Center and is open to the public.

For more information, contact June Gorny at 574-259-9976 or any other member of the Commission. If you are interested in membership, complete our online form and click submit application.