Women who Advocate for Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity
The Gender Equity Commission collaborated with the Bowling Green State University's Women's Studies class to spotlight Toledo women who champion diversity, inclusion, and equity. These women are the heart and soul of Toledo, making significant contributions to building a more inclusive and equitable city.
Pictured left to right: Janet Rhodes, Michelle Finley, Sara Card, and Tammy McInerney.
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Read the articleOur mission addresses discrimination against women, girls, and other minoritized genders in areas including employment, economic development, political representation, gender-based violence, education, and health care.
We recognize the intersectional connection between race, economic status, immigration, disability, gender identity, and sexual orientation directly impacts discrimination against women, girls, and other minoritized genders.
2023-24 Executive Committee
Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Dr. Ardenia Jones-Terry | Chair |
| Lisa McDuffie | 1st Vice Chair |
| Wendy Pestrue | 2nd Vice Chair |
| Dr. Sharon Barnes | Secretary |
| Benita Robinson | Gender Equity Manager |
Commission Members
| Name | Organization | Term Expiration |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ardenia Jones-Terry | Zonta International | Fall 2025 |
| Benita Robinson | City of Toledo | Fall 2025 |
| Erin Baker | Toledo Lucas County Library/ Human Relations Commission | Fall of 2025 |
| Dr. Hope Bland | Lucas County Children Services | Fall of 2025 |
| Kelly Trame | Girl Scouts of Western Ohio | Fall of 2025 |
| LaDonna Knabbs | My Sister’s House for Girls | Fall of 2025 |
| Lisa McDuffie | YWCA of Northwest Ohio | Fall of 2024 |
| Nina Corder | Women of Toledo | Fall of 2024 |
| Dr. Sharon Barnes | University of Toledo | Fall of 2024 |
| Dr. Tiffany Whitman | City of Toledo City Council | Fall of 2025 |
| Wendy Pestrue | United Way | Fall of 2025 |
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