About EEWN
The East End Women's Network was founded in 1982. The purpose of this organization is to bring
together women of diverse accomplishment and experience, directing women into policy-making
positions through the dissemination and sharing of career opportunities; to educate members and
the public on issues affecting women on the East End; and to promote the interests, conditions
and positions of women in science, business, industry, labor, government, the arts, education
and public service.
The East End Women's Network has approximately 150 members, of whom between 35 and 80 members
regularly attend the monthly meetings. Non-members are welcome, and a good many attend our monthly
meetings to learn about featured topics. Dinner meetings take place at a different restaurant
each month, alternating from the North to the South Fork, from September through June.
View Adopted 2009 ByLaws
Board of Directors
Board Meeting Schedule for 2009-2010
Sept 9, 2009
Oct 14, 2009
Nov 11, 2009
Dec 9, 2009
Jan 13, 2010
Feb 10, 2010
Mar 10, 2010
Apr 14, 2010
May 12, 2010
June 9, 2010
Member Benefits
The East End Women's Network is made up of a diverse group of women from all over the East End who
help each other succeed.
The network meets monthly at great restaurants, alternating between the North and South forks. Each
dinner program features a networking cocktail hour, a speaker or an event, a member showcase booth, and dinner.
In addition, members receive:
- a monthly newsletter
- an annual directory of members
- an EEWN web site listing
- scholarship opportunities
- member discounts for select products and services offered by EEWN members
EEWN Scholarships
EEWN Members (after the first year of membership) are eligible to apply for Scholarships
to advance their goals. You may apply receive up to $300 once every two years.
Click here for Member Scholarship Information and Application.
Student Scholarships
Student Scholarships are awarded to two high school senior girls each year. Judging is based
on Grade Average, Community and School Involvement, Referrence Letters, Goals and an Essay.
Click here for Student Scholarship Information and Application.
Teen Scholarships
1st Place Winner of $1,000, Katie Commando, Mattituck High School Class of 2009
" I want to lead others to understand this realization. I want to lead by example of my own
life, using the skills I have attained from a life of education and experience. An ambassador
is a diplomat, but also a leader. An ambassador will venture into the conversations that others
have not dared to cross, and they will negotiate in the most difficult situations. I have led
people in my town and community, and I have ventured out into other areas of the world. I wish
to continue leading people towards the recognition that we are all interdependent in this
world. It is just a matter of exercising our resources, exploring technology, and outstretching
our hands to others. I hope to use my ability to lead and my dreams of peace, to further the
betterment of the world for all of humanity."
Read Katie's Essay.
Second Place Winner of $500, Jessica Egan, Riverhead High School Class of 2009
"Throughout your life you always hear people say “Be a leader, not a follower.” I have
always tried to follow that quote in everything I do. It is not always easy to do that,
but it is always worth it. There are many different ways to define leadership. A man
named Alan Keith once said, “Leadership is ultimately about creating a way for people
to contribute to making something extraordinary happen.” I’ve seen this trait in myself
when I’ve taught CAP lessons, trying to get students to not make bad decisions. When I
was a captain for field hockey I saw this trait in myself when I came up with new drills
and plans to help out the team. In the future I plan on helping out poorer countries and
unhealthy people so they can improve their lifestyles. Being a leader is important to
me because I want to know that I have made a difference in the world. It is easy to be
a follower and take the easy way out many times, but I have always liked a challenge because
in the end it is completely worth it."
Read Jessica's Essay.
Woman of the Year
Do you know someone who is a good example of what a successful woman can be? The East End Women’s
Network is now accepting nominations for the 2008 Woman of the Year. EEWN’s Woman of the year possesses
solid leadership responsibilities, commitment to her goals and her ability to achieve them, achievement
in her professional life as well as personal character and service to her community and her colleagues.
Criteria and nomination information can be obtained by emailing
Denise Davis or
download information here. Deadline for 2008-2009
nominations is October 31, 2008.
2008 Woman of the Year - Susan Barry Roden
Susan Barry Roden, of Water Mill, NY is an advocate for breast cancer research and services. She is the
Community Outreach Coordinator of the Breast Center at the Southampton Hospital, as well as the Executive
Director of the South Fork Breast Health Coalition. Fifteen years ago, Susan found herself battling cancer
without any services focused on healing the psychological and emotional aspects of breast cancer. In addition,
education on breast cancer prevention measures was in demand in a region with one of the highest incidences
of breast cancer in New York. Susan promised that once she was healthy again, no other woman from Manorville
to Montauk would ever endure breast cancer alone.
In 1992, inspired by Susan's courageous journey, Town Councilwoman Martha Rogers encouraged her to start
an organization on the East End. In 1994, she founded the South Fork Breast Health Coalition, a nonprofit
business dedicated to providing education, support services and preventative measures related to breast
cancer. In recent years, its educational campaign on breast cancer prevention methods has increased the
use of mammography exponentially. Over a thousand women have received no cost mammograms, the diagnosed
receive an array of wellness services and financial assistance, and now local high schools participate in
the Think Pink Educational Program.
Susan’s dedication and visible presence in this community have won her the love and respect of everyone
who has been transformed by her stamina and passion. Her efforts under the guise of the South Fork Breast
Health Coalition and as Community Outreach Coordinator have been recognized by President and Senator Clinton,
Designer Betsy Johnson, actress Renee Zellweger, and Congressman Tim Bishop.
Susan's extensive community track record has been awarded and recognized by government, businesses and
charitable organizations in New York with literally dozens of awards and recognitions. What is most
significant about Susan is her ability to inspire and bring hope when life's circumstances become
unbearable. She brings hope, love and laughter to every being that walks in her path. Her mission in
life has been transformed completely by breast cancer in such a positive way that anybody who is struggling
with the disease is empowered to fight for themselves and their families.
Susan is a whirlwind, her phone rings constantly and her emails appear as fast as she responds to them.
Whether the meetings are at nine in the morning or in the evening, she's there if the mission is to educate
the public on breast cancer. She is in constant movement, advocating for breast cancer at town hall, signing
women up for mammograms, fundraising and organizing events, or just talking quietly and calmly to someone
who just heard the words, "You have breast cancer". After a woman hears these terrifying words and asks
herself "what now?" Susan is there to give you an answer. This - hope and the knowledge that you are not
alone - is the most incredible and beautiful thing to give to another human being.
Visit www.southforkbreast.com for info.
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