To celebrate Women’s History Month this year, the Andy Street Community Association presented Powerful Women Speak, an hour-long forum. Hear a select group of influential female voices share their truth about the most important issues facing our community. Click PLAY to watch the full forum below (1 hour 8 minutes). Veronica J Holcomb –…
In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, we want to highlight strong women who are making history, today! Introducing Dr. Minnie Douglas. Dr. Minnie Douglas is a native of Texas but a longtime resident of Long Beach. A Long Beach City College Professor Emeritus, where she served as Associate Degree Nursing Program Instructor and Director, as well as…
In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, we want to highlight strong women who are making history, today! Introducing Wilma Powell. Wilma Powell, also known as “The Regulator,” changed the way women’s roles are viewed at ports across the nation and the world. She is the first woman in the nation to hold the position of Chief…