Tue, 02/21/2012 -
08:50
The Petit Family Foundation and
Sikorsky Finance Women’s Forum will be honored during Jane Doe No More’s 3rd
annual Dr. Henry C. Lee Awards and Recognition Dinner. The event takes place
Friday, March 16 at The Waterview,
The Henry C. Lee Award
is given to individuals or organizations that exemplify Dr. Lee’s passion and
commitment to finding truth and to improving the way society responds to victims
of sexual assault. Past Award winners include Dr. Henry Lee and Mayor of
Waterbury Neil O’Leary. The Sikorsky Finance Women’s Forum and The Petit Family
Foundation share the 2012 Award.
“This year’s Dr. Henry
C. Lee Award winners have inspired all of us through their actions and efforts
to create awareness and improve the lives of victims of sexual assault,” notes
Donna Palomba, founder of Jane Doe No More. “We are proud to recognize both of
these groups for their meaningful work.”
The Sikorsky Finance
Women’s Forum (SFWF) works to recruit, promote and retain women in finance by
creating an environment of mutual support and providing opportunities for growth
and career development. SFWF supports Jane Doe No More by raising funds and
awareness through a variety of events. The Petit Family Foundation honors the
memories of Jennifer Hawke-Petit, Hayley Elizabeth Petit and Michaela Rose Petit
by continuing the kindness, idealism and activism that defined their lives. The
Foundation's funds are used to foster education for young people, especially
women in the sciences; to improve the lives of those affected by chronic
illnesses; and to support efforts to protect and help those affected by
violence.
The event begins at
5:30 pm with a cocktail reception and silent auction; dinner follows at 7, with
awards set for 8:30 p.m. WFSB Eyewitness News Anchor Denise D'Ascenzo is this
year’s emcee. Donna Palomba will present a scholarship to a college student who
is working to improve the lives of victims of sexual assault. Tickets are $125,
and include dinner and open bar. Please call 203-729-0245or email info@janedoenomore.org for an invitation, or for information
about reserved tables and event sponsorship.
Jane Doe No More, Inc.
was founded in 2007 to improve the way society responds to victims of sexual
assault. Through education, awareness and support programs, Jane Doe No More has
had a direct and lasting impact on sexual assault victims in