You Are A Superwoman!

This is an inspiring song for all the mothers out there (especially survivors and single mothers refusing to be victims) being strong and working hard to support our children, Alicia Keys - Superwoman:



Everywhere I'm turning
Nothing seems complete
I stand up and I'm searching
For the better part of me
I hang my head from sorrow
Slave to humanity
I wear it on my shoulders
Gotta find the strength in me

Cause I am a Superwoman
Yes I am
Yes she is
Even when I'm a mess
I still put on my vest
With an S on my chest
Oh yes
I'm a Superwoman

For all the mothers fighting
For better days to come
And all my women, all my women sitting here trying
To come home before the sun
And all my sisters
Coming together
Say yes I will
Yes I can

Cause I am Superwoman
Yes I am
Yes she is
Even when I'm a mess
I still put on a vest
With an S on my chest
Oh yes
I'm a Superwoman

When I'm breaking down
And I can't be found
And I start to get weak
Cause no one knows
Me underneath these clothes
But I can fly
We can fly, Ooooh

Cause I am a Superwoman
Yes I am
Yes she is
Even when I'm a mess
I put on a vest
With an S on my chest
Oh yes
I'm a Superwoman

Dr. Ludy Green Speaks Out On Washington Business Tonight

Dr. Ludy Green was interviewed on December 3rd on News Channel 8 Washington Business Tonight. Dr. Green speaks to the victims of domestic violence that Second Chance Employment Services has placed, even in this down economy in which the workload has nearly tripled. Second Chance has recently placed women in employment positions with banks and hospitals. Additionally Second Chance has had to take on more intervention roles beyond employment services to fully rehabilitate a victim, such as child care, counselors, plastic surgeons, and legal assistance. Dr. Green thanks the community for their help in supporting these women to start a second chance in life. Dr. Green recently returned from Syria and Jordon to share her non-profit structure.

GALA HELPS ABUSED WOMEN GAIN MEANINGFUL JOBS AND ECONOMIC FREEDOM IN RECESSION

(Dr. Ludy Green - Center)
News Relase: CONTACT: Carole Funger, Gala Co-Chair

Regina Varolli, Second Chance Employment Services
regina@varolli.com

James Quiggle, media relations
jamesq@InsuranceFraud.org

GALA HELPS ABUSED WOMEN GAIN MEANINGFUL JOBS AND ECONOMIC FREEDOM IN RECESSION

Economic downturn spurs increase in domestic abuse nationally and in D.C. area

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1, 2009—Pamela Johnson’s husband called her a leach, controlled their finances and forced her to beg for grocery money. He even refused her money for a doctor when their son fell ill. Pamela finally escaped, but lived in poverty with her three children. Today she’s a successful accountant thanks to career placement from Second Chance Employment Services.
Johnson’s life changed several years ago. But often-violent domestic abuse of vulnerable women like her is increasing around the U.S.—and the D.C. area—during today’s recession. To help abused women secure life-changing careers and economic independence, Second Chance Employment Services held the “Last Kiss of Summer” charity gala September 24 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Washington.
The keynote speaker was activist and actress Louise Stratten. Her sister—actress and Playboy Playmate Dorothy Stratten—died a terrifying death that shocked the nation when Dorothy’s controlling husband tortured, shot and killed her.
Founded by Dr. Ludy Green in 1991, Second Chance is America’s only private nonprofit agency focusing on helping abused women from around the U.S. gain meaningful positions with full health benefits. Quality jobs that create financial independence, experts agree, form the lifeline that allows victimized women to permanently escape the gravitational pull of abuse. More than 600 women have found career-track positions through Second Chance.
The “Last Kiss” gala helped Second Chance continue providing free support, including: meaningful jobs via Second Chance’s corporate partners and other networks…job training…resume-writing and interviewing skills…translation services…business apparel.
Second Chance even provides free dental work, cosmetic surgery and psychological counseling for women who were severely beaten and traumatized.
Abuse of women by husbands, live-in partners and boyfriends is an ongoing societal ill, but has increased in many areas of the U.S. during this recession, experts say.
Several Washington-area agencies also report recent increases—making domestic abuse of women a local recession-related issue.
Women from high-income suburban households to low-income urban minority families are victimized. Some women are even prisoners of human trafficking.
Abused women often have few jobs skills and have little or no money to build new lives. Even women with impressive career backgrounds and advanced degrees may lack the confidence to leave often-violent relationships.
With many government social-service agencies slashing budgets in this recession, private nonprofits such as Second Chance play a vital and growing role in helping at-risk women gain meaningful jobs that allow them to lead independent, abuse-free lives.

Last Kiss of Summer 2009

The Second Chance Employment Services 2009 gala is coming:

An Enchanting evening of dining and dancing to benefit Second Chance Employment Services. "The only employment placement agency in the United States for domestic violence victims"

Host: Carole Funger and Janet Ochsman
Time: 6:30PM Thursday, September 24th
Location: The Four Seasons Hotel (Georgetown)

RSVP to reserve your seat at this special event to help bring employment to at-risk women.

DR. LUDY GREEN SERVES AS DELEGATE TO THE GLOBAL SUMMIT OF WOMEN FOR THE SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR

Dr. Ludy Green (left) President Michelle Bachelet of Chile (right)

Regina Varolli FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
regina@varolli.com May 27, 2009
(202) 331 7451

DR. LUDY GREEN SERVES AS DELEGATE TO THE GLOBAL SUMMIT OF WOMEN FOR THE SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR.

Santiago, Chile: Having successfully served as the United States delegate to the 2008 Global Summit of Women in Vietnam, Dr. Ludy Green was invited by event organizers to participate in the 2009 Summit in Santiago, Chile. The conference provided Dr. Green with the amazing opportunity to discuss Second Chance Employment Services and the importance of financial independence for victims of violence with President Michelle Bachelet of Chile, the country's first ever female President.

Dr. Green was invited to participate in the 2009 Summit as a result of the resounding impact she made at last year's Summit in Vietnam, as well as the widespread attention that Second Chance has gained as the only program emphasizing employment as the crucial step in the financial empowerment of at-risk women. Dr. Green's innovative organization was heralded by Summit organizers and attendees as a model that can and should be reproduced around the globe.

This year's conference, Setting New Paradigms for Business and Political Leadership, brought together an impressive group of business leaders, activists, Presidents and Vice Presidents to discuss the advancement of women in business and politics. In addition to her meeting with the first female President of Chile, Dr. Green was able to discuss Second Chance’s renowned model with other women leaders like the Secretary of Education of Saudi Arabia, Norah Abdullah Al-Faiz, and the Minister of the National Women's Service of Chile, Laura Albornoz.

"One of the biggest benefits of attending the 2009 Summit was the opportunity to discuss the work of Second Chance, the financial empowerment of women, and the global epidemic of domestic violence with influential women leaders from around the world." --Dr. Ludy Green.

Second Chance Employment Services promotes financial security for at-risk women and their dependents through comprehensive employment placement services and has placed over 500 women in meaningful, career-track positions with full health benefits. For more information on Second Chance, visit http://www.scesnet.org/

For more on the 2008 Global Summit of Women, visit http://www.globewomen.org/summit/Summit.htm

Posted by Stephanie Willson

Dr. Ludy Green Speaks At AAUW Washington, DC Branch

Shown in photo:

JoAnn Samuel, and Kathy Horak Smith, and Dr. Ludy Green (right)

On Saturday, March 9, 2009 Dr. Ludy Green spoke at the American Association of University Women (AAUW) Washington, DC Branch's March Lunceon held at Alfio's la Trattoria in Chevy Chase, Maryland.

Dr. Ludy Green was introduced to the luncheon attendees by Kathy Horak Smith. Dr. Green recounted her work as President of Second Chance Employment Services in providing employment for victims of domestic violence. She relayed the many years of her membership with AAUW and the significance this organization has brought to Dr. Ludy Green in starting her organization, Second Chance.

Dr. Green has held many leadership positions in AAUW which she credited as great and invaluable experiences. The attendees participated in discussions regarding the importance of education for victims of domestic to gain meaningful employment opportunities. Basic training is provided in many formats to women seeking to gain independence through the workforce. Second Chance Employment Services helps to direct victims to locations of training from English classes to computer classes. The luncheon participants recounted the importance of education and self reliance for women which compliment the mission and services of Second Chance Employment Services.

Submitted by Stephanie Willson

Washington Area Women's Foundation Announces Second Chance Employment Services As Recipient For The 2009 Leadership Award

(Dr. Ludy Green shown far right receiving Washington Area Women's Foundation Leadership Award)


Second Chance Employment Services was one of the top 10 finalists in the Washington Area Women's Foundation Leadership Awards. Dr. Ludy Green received the award on behalf of Second Chance on April 7, 2009.

On the Washington Area Women's Foundation blog they displayed the following responses to the online vote's “Announcing the 2009 Leadership Awardees!”regarding Second Chance:

Judith Mueller Says: March 21st, 2009 at 3:58 pm
Dr Ludy Green, founder of Second Chance Employment Services deserves your financial support for her extrordinary mission and your long overdue recognition of her leadership in services to vulnerable , abused ,women.

Claire Schwab Says: March 23rd, 2009 at 12:34 am
Dr. Ludy Green and her cause, Second Chance Emloyment Services, is well deserving of this award and a prime example of leadership for your organization. She has made such a difference in so many people’s lives and has made this world a better place for women trying to make a better life for themselves.

Mary A. Hill Says: March 24th, 2009 at 9:35 pm
Dr. Ludy Green has done an outstanding job of helping women in need.

This exciting event was covered throughout the Internet through several groups, such as Dollar Philanthropy, District of Columbia Primary Care Association (DCPCA), Washington Business Journal, and other contributors.

Thank you to everyone who voted online for Second Chance Employment Services to receive this outstanding award. Through your generosity and help Second Chance grows stronger in helping women support their families in having a second chance in gaining financial independence through employment. Thank you!