2013 Annual Awards

@ Brock House, Sunday, April 28, 2013

Award Winners:

1st Place Women’s Opportunity Award Winner

Biftu Yousuf

“Our work is to improve the lives of women and girls. We help them go forward with the courage to do great things for themselves, their families, communities and the world. Our collective efforts have made a difference in the lives of women and girls all over the world.” ~ Dana Martin, Governor of Western Canada Region

Women’s Opportunity Award Winners:

Soroptimist International of Vancouver

Biftu Yousuf,

Laura Phypers,

Sandra Konowalchuk

Helen McCrae Award Winners:

Soroptimist International of Vancouver

Kathleen Adam

Jennifer Baldwin,

Katie-Lee Borrett,

Ronald Shui,

Natasha Strukoff

Publication

For over 87 years, Soroptimist International of Vancouver has been committed to improving the lives of women and girls locally and internationally. – May 9, 2013 – By Fred Lee, “The Vancouver Courier”

Volunteers in Canada and USA contribute a considerable amount of time, energy and skills to groups and organizations. – March 15, 2013 – By Gov. Dana Martin, “Soroptimist International of the Americas, Western Canada Region”

Thanks to professional photographers Kitty Doan & Tony Doan.

Their volunteering in this event is greatly appreciated.