Dear Members,

We want to extend a warm hello as we enter a new VAAUW season. Autumn marks a time of renewal and growth, and we are excited to continue our journey with you.

When we started our first year in 2023, we enthusiastically introduced our DIVA goals and asked you to come aboard and share our visions. Your active participation and dedication have been instrumental in achieving these goals:

· Make a Difference

· Be Inclusive

· Increase our Visibility

· Be Aware and Accountable

With these objectives, we continued to support our VAAUW mission to empower and support women. So, as you read through this month’s Venice Views, we encourage you to embrace the planned initiatives that reflect our dedication to fostering personal development, advocating for women’s rights, and building a supportive network that uplifts us all.

None of this would be possible without your unwavering support and commitment. We are incredibly grateful for your continued involvement and contributions, which are the backbone of our organization. Your passion and dedication inspire us daily, and we look forward to achieving even more significant milestones together this year. It will be the best year yet, and we couldn’t do it without you being ”on board.”

With warm regards,

Jan and Bev

Co-Presidents