Lafayette Commission on the Needs of Women

Lafayette Commission on the Needs of Women To facilitate an awareness of the status and needs of women by serving as a clearinghouse for information and services available to women in this community.

To provide input at the local level regarding the concerns of women by making recommendations for

The Lafayette Commission on the Needs of Women was honored to attend the Mayor-President’s State of the Parish Address. ...
04/01/2026

The Lafayette Commission on the Needs of Women was honored to attend the Mayor-President’s State of the Parish Address. We are encouraged by the vision shared and remain committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen and uplift women and families across our community. We look forward to all that lies ahead for Lafayette.

Members pictured:
Lisa Lazard- Immediate Past President
Marissa Winters- President-Elect
Pamela Breaux- Commissioner
Kelsey Sanders- President
Aimee Dominique- Parliamentarian
Mary-Katherine Hooper- Treasurer

Today’s local spotlight is Monique B. Boulet✨Monique B. Boulet made history as the first woman elected Mayor-President o...
03/17/2026

Today’s local spotlight is Monique B. Boulet✨

Monique B. Boulet made history as the first woman elected Mayor-President of Lafayette Consolidated Government, leading both the City of Lafayette and Lafayette Parish. With a background in law and public service, she has dedicated her career to strengthening local government and serving the people of Acadiana.

Her leadership focuses on transparency, infrastructure, economic development, and building a stronger future for the Lafayette community.

Mayor-President Boulet’s historic leadership represents progress for Lafayette and serves as an inspiration for women across Acadiana who aspire to lead and make a lasting impact in their communities. ⚜️✨

This week we are spotlighting women in Louisiana for Women’s History.Kathleen Babineaux Blanco made history as Louisiana...
03/16/2026

This week we are spotlighting women in Louisiana for Women’s History.

Kathleen Babineaux Blanco made history as Louisiana’s first female governor, serving from 2004 to 2008. A proud daughter of Acadiana and graduate of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, she dedicated more than two decades to public service before becoming governor, including roles in the Louisiana House of Representatives, the Public Service Commission and as Lieutenant Governor.

Governor Blanco was known for her steady leadership, compassion for the people of Louisiana, and her commitment to education, economic development, and strengthening communities across the state. Her leadership during some of Louisiana’s most challenging moments demonstrated resilience, integrity, and a deep love for the people she served.

Her legacy continues to inspire women across Louisiana to pursue leadership, serve their communities, and believe that their voices belong at every table.

During Women’s History Month, we honor Governor Blanco and the lasting impact she made on Louisiana and generations of women who follow in her footsteps. 💙⚜️

Lily Gladstone is a critically acclaimed American actress and Indigenous trailblazer known for her powerful performances...
03/15/2026

Lily Gladstone is a critically acclaimed American actress and Indigenous trailblazer known for her powerful performances and barrier‑breaking achievements in film and television.

Raised on the Blackfeet Reservation in Montana, she has earned widespread recognition for her roles in Certain Women and the acclaimed Martin Scorsese drama Killers of the Flower Moon—for which she became the first Native American person to win a Golden Globe for Best Actress and the first Indigenous nominee for the Academy Award for Best Actress.

Gladstone’s work celebrates Indigenous presence and storytelling onscreen and she continues to be a powerful voice for representation and inclusion in Hollywood.

Cicely Tyson was the first Black actress to have a continuing role in a TV drama and pledged not to take stereotypical p...
03/15/2026

Cicely Tyson was the first Black actress to have a continuing role in a TV drama and pledged not to take stereotypical parts. Tyson is also widely reported to be one of the first Black women to wear her natural hair on TV.

Her career spanned over seven decades, breaking barriers for Black women in film, television and theater. Known for her powerful performances in works like The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman and Sounder, she portrayed strong, complex characters that challenged stereotypes and inspired generations.

Beyond her artistry, she was a mentor and advocate for women and people of color in the entertainment industry, using her platform to elevate stories of resilience, dignity and empowerment.

Cicely Tyson’s legacy continues to influence culture and inspire young artists around the world.

Susan LaFlesche Picotte, MD, was a trailblazing physician and humanitarian who became the first Native American woman to...
03/14/2026

Susan LaFlesche Picotte, MD, was a trailblazing physician and humanitarian who became the first Native American woman to earn a medical degree in the United States. She graduated from the Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1889 and dedicated her career to improving the health and well-being of the Omaha Tribe of Nebraska, where she served as the tribe’s physician.

Dr. Picotte worked tirelessly to provide medical care, promote public health and advocate for sanitation, education and disease prevention in her community.

In 1913, she helped open the first hospital on the Omaha Reservation, bringing much-needed healthcare services to Native Americans. Her compassion and leadership made a lasting impact on both medicine and Indigenous communities.

Mary Edwards Walker was a pioneering physician, women’s rights advocate and the only woman to ever receive the Medal of ...
03/14/2026

Mary Edwards Walker was a pioneering physician, women’s rights advocate and the only woman to ever receive the Medal of Honor.

During the American Civil War, she served as a surgeon for the Union Army, often crossing battle lines to treat wounded soldiers and civilians.

Dr. Walker was also a strong advocate for women’s rights and dress reform, challenging social norms by wearing clothing she believed was more practical for women. Her courage, dedication to medicine and commitment to equality made her a true trailblazer in American history.

Alice Coachman was a groundbreaking American athlete who made history as the first Black woman to win an Olympic gold me...
03/13/2026

Alice Coachman was a groundbreaking American athlete who made history as the first Black woman to win an Olympic gold medal.

At the 1948 Summer Olympics in London, she won gold in the high jump, setting an Olympic record and becoming a symbol of perseverance and excellence in sports.

Growing up in the segregated South, Coachman overcame significant barriers to pursue athletics and went on to become one of the greatest track and field athletes of her time.

Her achievements helped open doors for future generations of women and athletes of color.

Julie Krone is a trailblazing jockey who made history as the first woman to win a Triple Crown race when she rode Coloni...
03/13/2026

Julie Krone is a trailblazing jockey who made history as the first woman to win a Triple Crown race when she rode Colonial Affair to victory in the Belmont Stakes in 1993.

She earned 3,704 wins and was the first woman inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. Known for her determination and skill, Krone broke barriers in the male-dominated sport of horse racing and became one of the most successful female jockeys in history.

Mabel Ping-Hua Lee was a Chinese American activist, educator and minister who played a powerful role in the fight for wo...
03/12/2026

Mabel Ping-Hua Lee was a Chinese American activist, educator and minister who played a powerful role in the fight for women’s voting rights in the United States.

At just 16 years old, she helped lead the historic 1912 New York City Women's Suffrage Parade, advocating for women’s right to vote and equal opportunities in education and leadership.

Dr. Lee later earned a Ph.D. in economics from Columbia University, becoming one of the first Chinese American women to receive a doctoral degree.

Despite helping advance the women’s suffrage movement, discriminatory laws at the time prevented her from voting because of her Chinese heritage.

Throughout her life, she remained committed to community service, education and social justice.

Malala Yousafzai is a Pakistani education and human-rights activist known for campaigning for girls’ access to school. ...
03/12/2026

Malala Yousafzai is a Pakistani education and human-rights activist known for campaigning for girls’ access to school. She rose to international prominence after surviving an assassination attempt at the age of 15 by militants in 2012.

In 2014, she became the youngest to win the Nobel Peace Prize. Her advocacy has since expanded into global philanthropy, policy advocacy and public writing.

Today, Malala continues her work through the Malala Fund, helping girls around the world access safe, quality education. Her voice and resilience have made her one of the most influential young leaders of our time.

Ursula M. Burns is the first Black woman to serve as chief executive officer of a Fortune 500 company. As CEO of Xerox C...
03/11/2026

Ursula M. Burns is the first Black woman to serve as chief executive officer of a Fortune 500 company. As CEO of Xerox Corporation from 2009 to 2016, she transformed the firm amid sweeping technological and structural change.

Burns joined Xerox as a summer intern in 1980 and rose steadily through engineering, manufacturing and corporate-strategy roles. She became president in 2007, CEO in 2009 and chairman in 2010. Her tenure focused on diversifying Xerox from a copier manufacturer into a technology-driven business-services company, highlighted by the $6.4 billion acquisition of Affiliated Computer Services and the 2016 corporate split creating Conduent Incorporated.

Ursula regularly appears on Fortune’s and Forbes’ list of the world’s most powerful women. She helped lead the White House national program on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) from 2009-2016, currently sits as the Chairwoman of the Board at Teneo Holdings LLC and is on the board of Exxon Mobil, Endeavor, Uber and was previously on the board at Nestlé. She is also Co-Founder of Integrum Holdings, a private equity firm. Burns is on the Board Diversity Action Alliance, leading an effort to support diversity on corporate boards.

An absolute force and American icon, Ursula shares her executive insights on leadership in a time of disruption and instructs leaders how to answer the call to create more inclusive and diverse organizations. Her powerful and important conversations challenge and inspire audiences.

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