Based on suggestions given by the CWS Advisory Committee, the Planning Committee asked and answered the following questions:
Who does the CWS serve?
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"Community" is defined as the Vanguard University campus, the surrounding geographic area, and the global community.
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Students and their families
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Educators and Faculty
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Business and Entrepreneurs
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Churches/Clergy
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People in need or crisis - referral source only
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Service Organizations, NGOs and government
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Women and men
What values are embraced in order to address the needs and deliver services?
What needs are there in the community that could be addressed by the CWS? What is the purpose of the Center's existence?
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Break down barriers to women's success in leadership
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Change the world view about women
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Decrease ignorance and apathy about the status of women
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Empower women
What will the Center do to address the above needs?
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Educate
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Research
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Advocate
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Empower
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Motivate and Inspire
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Mentor and exemplify
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Collaborate
The Planning Committee developed the CWS mission to reflect the above noted priorities.
In adopting these principles, the Planning Committee then created actions to achieve these priorities.
Contact: cws@vanguard.edu 714-556-3610 x2241