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EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT DEI
from March 2023 PULSE
by PTSMC
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
WOMEN’s HERSTORY
By Marilex Santiago, DEI Leader & Administrative Coordinator
Women’s History month is celebrated in March to acknowledge and highlight the contributions of women throughout history and modern-day society. Milestones in the foundation of US history include women such as Abigail Adams, Sojourner Truth, Susan B. Anthony, Rosa Parks and many more. It was rst celebrated in 1981 with Women’s History Week, changing to Women's History Month in 1987.
Furthermore, on March 8th, we celebrate International Women’s Day to raise awareness on gender inequalities, increase support for women worldwide, celebrate achievements, and highlight vital roles woman have played throughout time. We can show support of International Women’s Day by wearing purple and showing gratitude to women on this day. Purple historically represents justice and dignity, both important drivers in moving the acknowledgement of women’s roles in history forward.
This year, in honor of Women’s History month, we will bring together the women of PTSMC in special event. As both a DEI and Employee Engagement initiative we will be hosting a women’s self-defense class for anyone who identi es as female in the company. It will be an introductory self-defense class focused on empowering women, teaching valuable physical and mental skills, and cultivating connections! Our hope is by empowering and celebrating the women in our company they feel supported to always continue to break glass ceilings.
There will be two separate introductory classes on April 5th (Wethers eld Clinic) and 6th (Branford Clinic). We are asking for a minimum $5 donation from participants, and all of the proceeds Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence in New Haven, CT. UCDVS is dedicated to increasing awareness of domestic violence and its e ect on the community, empowering those victimized by providing advocacy and safe and e ective services, and to working for social change to eliminate domestic violence. If you would like to learn more
