The Governor's Commission for Women was established by Executive Order in 1967. Commissioners are appointed by the Governor to two-year terms and meet on a quarterly basis. The purpose of the Commission is to promote opportunities for Texas women through outreach, education, research and referral services.
The three main activities of the Commission are:
- Increasing participation in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math;
- Assisting those 50 and older with workforce skills and job placement; and
- Providing supplemental assistance to women.
2009-2011 Governor's Commissioner for Women:
Carol Peterson, Chair
Carmen Pagan, Vice Chair
Claudia Abney, Marshall, Texas
Gina Bridwell; Abilene, Texas
Stephanie Cavender; San Antonio, Texas
Chris Graham; Fredricksburg, Texas
Cynthia Tyson Jenkins; Irving, Texas
Lisa Lucero; Austin, Texas
Becky McKinley; Amarillo, Texas
Tresa Rockwell; Austin, Texas
Connie Weeks; Austin, Texas
Daisy White; Houston, Texas
Director
Lesley Guthrie; Austin, Texas
E-mail: LGuthrie@governor.state.tx.us
Phone: (800) 839-5323 or (512) 475-2615
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