Public Hearing: YES ? NO ? Department: Board of Commissioners - District 7
SUBJECT:
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Commission District(s): District 7
An Item to Allocate an Amount Not to Exceed $5,000.00 of the District 7 Reserve for Appropriation funds, contributed towards United Barbadians in Georgia (UBIG) Women Empowerment (WE) Foundation Programming.
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Information Contact: Commissioner LaDena Bolton
Phone Number: 404-371-2204
PURPOSE:
An Item to Allocate an Amount Not to Exceed $5,000.00 of the District 7 Reserve for Appropriation funds, contributed towards United Barbadians in Georgia (UBIG) Women Empowerment (WE) Foundation Programming.
NEED/IMPACT:
The United Barbadians in Georgia (UBIG) Women Empowerment (WE) Foundation Programming plays a vital role in strengthening the county by uplifting and investing in women from diverse backgrounds, especially those connected to the Barbadian diaspora. Through workshops, mentoring, cultural engagement, and advocacy, the WE Foundation equips women with tools to lead confidently, build community resilience, and drive economic and social progress. Its programming encourages collaboration across cultures, fosters inclusive leadership, and helps address systemic barriers faced by women, all while reinforcing the county's commitment to equity, innovation, and representation. This dynamic initiative not only empowers individuals but enriches the county as a whole.
FISCAL IMPACT:
An Item to Allocate an Amount Not to Exceed $5,000.00 of the District 7 Reserve for Appropriation funds, contributed towards United Barbadians in Georgia (UBIG) Women Empowerment (WE) Foundation Programming.
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommended Action
To approve the allocation of an amount not to exceed $5,000.00 for expenses associated with United Barbadians in Georgia (UBIG) Women Empowerment (WE) Foundation Programming and authorize the Chief Executive Officer or her designee to execute all n...
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