February 16, 2013 (WLS) -- On Friday, February 22, 2013, an international non-governmental humanitarian organization honors two Chicago women for their service. "Concern Worldwide" (www.concernusa.org) works to reduce poverty around the world.
Its 15th Annual "Women of Concern" luncheon honors the outstanding accomplishments of two women who reflect justice, generosity and compassion in their work and daily lives: Mari Gallagher, Principal of Mari Gallagher Research and Consulting is getting the Women of Concern Leadership Award, and Shirley Welsh Ryan, Co-Founder of Pathways Center, receives the Women of Concern Humanitarian Award. Gallagher and Concern Worldwide Board of Directors member Dolores Connolly came into our ABC7 studio to tell us about the organization and the awards.
2013 Women of Concern Awards Luncheon
Friday, February 22, 2013
11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park
200 North Columbus Dr.
Chicago
Tickets: (312) 431- 8400 or concernusa.org
1 Luncheon Ticket: $150
1 Host Committee Ticket: $300
1 Raffle Ticket $50
3 Raffle Tickets: $100
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