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June - July, 2008
Heroes of Our Day
On April 16 the Public Health department gave its annual awards to
deserving groups and individuals who have furthered the cause of
improving the public's health.
Sharon Younkin who is active in the Allied neighborhood with her
leadership at the Allied Wellness Center and of the UW students who
have offered a wide variety of programs for the community, received
the Partnership award.
In addition to her work in the Allied neighborhood, Sharon was
recognized for her efforts in coordinating the free Saturday morning
Medic Clinic at Harambee, clinics and at the Salvation Army, middle
school health promotion programs, mentor programs for pregnant women
and other efforts that link students in the UW Medical School and
School of Public Health with community service opportunities.
Congratulations Sharon for being so committed to improving the health
of our community!
The “Water Bearer” biblically in meaning is the individual that
each morning and night went to the well to bring water – the essence
of life – back to the village, their family. The Village People Water
Bearer Award is presented to an individual or group that is committed
to community in aspects of their life, that go beyond their work, and
whose actions and deeds exemplify that commitment supporting the
Village, the family, and giving, in essence, what is needed by the
Village to be able to continue and grow.
These 6 individuals were honored May 15, 2008 at the Multicultural
Center.
Ana Yolanda Dary
Student and Community Leader |
Willie B. Johnson
Community Leader and Activist |
Dr. Kenneth Loving
Medical Director ACCESS Community Health |
Paul Ly
Program Director, Bayview Foundation |
Kristin Petroshius
Homelessness Advocate and
YW Transit Program Coordinator |
Henry Sanders, Jr.
Founder, MAGNET |
We thank-you for your commitment, passion, dedication, and of giving
of yourself, the greatest love of all!
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