By Lydia Pyne, WSP Volunteer On 13 March 2020, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice emailed its volunteers to inform them that “effective immediately” all visits, volunteer training, and programs at correctional units were suspended due to COVID-19. These canceled programs included, of course, Women’s Storybook Project. Although this was obviously a prudent decision from...
Even after moving to California, Besher Garcia continues to have an impact on the work of Women’s Storybook Project! This April, quarantined and stuck at home for Spring Break, Besher made the best of his situation and decided to make a difference in the world through dance. On April 18th, he held a Facebook Live Tap-a-Thon...
Our Volunteer Spotlight this month shines on Judy Darnell. Since 2005, Judy has been involved with Women’s Storybook Project in some way. After meeting Judy at a clothing show – Judith said, “Do you have a minute? I’d like to tell you about a special program.” Judy was drawn to the mission and she was hooked. She is a former schoolteacher and the library...
The Capitalines Magazine which is a publication by the Junior League of Austin is a great read to learn about all the good work happening in Austin. We were happy to be featured in the Spring Issue! Thank you to JLA and the Capitalines team for all your hardwork and dedication to our community! Click here...
