For the past 11 years, This is Alabama asked Alabama residents to tell them about women who have made a difference in the community. The honorees have included a broad range of women from every corner of the state, including business leaders, educators, artists, activists, CEOs, astronauts, engineers, nonprofit leaders, volunteers and more.
This year, Attorney Charlanna Skaggs nominated Women in Training, Inc. President and Chief Engagement Officer Adeyela Albury Bennett, for the prestigous award. This is Alabama named Ms. Bennett as one of the 25 Women Who Shape the State Honorees on March 7, 2024, to coincide with International Day of the Woman.
"I nominated Adeyela because she is deserving of this recognition," Ms. Skaggs said. "Adeyela does so much work behind the scenes and does not seek attention. But the organization her daughters founded, and which she quietly helms, has made a huge impact in the lives of young women in Alabama. To identify a need, seek a solution, and then tirelessly execute it for the good of others is exactly the sort of thing for which this award was intended. I am proud that Adeyela and her family are part of our community and our state."
The Al.com article announcing the honorees, said this about Ms. Bennett:
Adeyela Bennett is the president and chief engagement officer for Women In Training, Inc., a nonprofit organization based in Montgomery working to end poverty and empower girls and young women throughout the state. The organization, which advocates for menstrual education, equality and social justice, spearheaded the passage of legislation in Alabama that allocates $200,000 to providing period products to all girls in Alabama public schools to reduce absenteeism and address the lack of adequate menstrual supplies for underprivileged girls. In addition, the organization also provides leadership classes, a mentorship program and STEM initiatives for girls.
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