The City of Glendale Commission on the Status of Women is seeking nominations for the Jewels of Glendale 2009 Awards. Two outstanding Glendale Women of Courage will be honored during the awards banquet on March 26, 2009.
An integral piece of women's full participation in our city is participation within the political process; as a result, women's political participation and leadership is a core focus for the work of the Commission on the Status of Women. The right to vote (known as women's suffrage) was granted to women in 1920. Follow the link below to see the impact of women's vote in this election cycle.
The Los Angeles County Bar Association provides aid in filing for temporary restraining ordersfor victims of domestic violence. Glendale residents who are dealing with domestic violence can seek assistance at the Pasadena Courthouse. LACBA also provides an opportunity for attorneys interested in volunteering.