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Introducing Santa Monica Branch
2011 Woman of the Year
Zola Jones

The NAUW Woman of the Year exemplifies the characteristics of the Sisters of the National Association of University. She follows the ideals established by the NAUW Founders, providing support and assistance to her community, shares her education and skills with others, and relies on her spirituality to provide strength.

The Santa Monica Branch is fortunate to have Zola Jones as a fellow Sister. She demonstrates exemplary focus and dedication for our community. Beyond her undeniable character, she has also performed invaluable services to the community.

As part of Zola's requirement for the NAUW Southwest Section Woman of the Year competition, Zola constructed a presentation package. We include it here.

We proudly present our 2011 Woman of the Year, Zola Jones.

 White Carnation
Zola Jones

Biographical Sketch


Every baby born deserves the opportunity
to reach its potential.


Zola Jones
Program Specialist, PHN,
Co Founder-Executive Director: Great Beginnings for Black Babies (GBBB)
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CSULA         MPA       Public Administration
CSULA         BSN       Nursing
Grady Hospital School    Diploma   Nursing of Nursing, Atlanta GA.

Employment
Los Angeles County Department of Health Services, Public Health (Retired, 1993)
Great Beginnings for Black Babies- Co-Founder/Executive Director (GBBB) (Retired, 2009)

Professional Membership
2003    Santa Monica Branch-National Association of University Women (Charter Member)
2003    National Conclave of Grady Graduate Nurses &  Los Angeles Chapter, (Grady  Bunch)
1974    Mu Chi Chapter, Inc- Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc.

Community Organizations
2009    GBBB Board of Directors
2008    Senator Price Sheroe Committee
2000    78th Place Block Club
1990    Great Beginnings for Black Babies, Inc.,
1994    Healthy African Americans Families
1974    President, Nurses Corp, Messiah Baptist Church

Awards, Honors & Recognitions
2010    Recognized by various political leaders
2009    Woman of Distinction by Senator Rod Wright
2009    Chair, Woman of Year Committee
2008    Shero Award by Assembly Member Curren Price
2006    Who’s Who in Black Los Angeles

Publications
2010    The Reporter, Santa Monica Branch Newsletter

Noteworthy Accomplishments
Chair,  2010 Southwest Sectional Conference
Co-Founder/Executive Director, (1990-2008)
Great Beginnings for Black Babies.  Non- profit organization