The Women's Commission of SWLA, Inc.
Celebrating 30 Years!
Join us in Celebrating 30 years
We would like to give a special recognition to our Lifetime Members

Marilyn Dunn
30 Years of Service

Harriet Green
30 Years of Service

Kim Myers-Goad
30 Years of Service

Beverly St. Mary
30 Years of Service
Members of the Week
We would like to give a special recognition to our Members

Elaine Dyer
Celebrating 18 Years

Pat Myers
Celebrating 18 Years

Rose Malveaux
Celebrating 18 Years

Sandra Jones
Celebrating 18 Years

MaryAnn Borel
Celebrating 17 Years

Verda Anthony
Celebrating 17 Years

Debbie Boudreaux
Celebrating 16 Years

Debra Lastrapes
Celebrating 16 Years
Welcome New Commissioners
We would like to give a warm welcome to this year's new members

Jenny Broughton
Member Since 2020

Zabrina Epps
Member Since 2020

JoAnn Frank
Member Since 2020

Loretta Gallien
Member Since 2020

Amanda Johnson
Member Since 2020

Dana Lewis
Member Since 2020

Sonya Porche
Member Since 2020

Dinah M. Robinson
Member Since 2020

Alexius Williams
Member Since 2020
fall conference
Join us for the 2021 women's fall conference, October 21, 2021
IMPORTANT UPDATE REGARDING OUR 2020 FALL CONFERENCE
- As a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and in accordance with governmental regulations, best health practices, and safety considerations to our guests, sponsors, vendors, and facility staff, the Women’s Commission of SWLA, Inc.’s Fall Conference 2020 has been postponed until 2021.
- SAVE THE DATE of October 21, 2021 to “Celebrate 30 Years with Pearls of Wisdom” at the Lake Charles Civic Center.
- In the months that follow, expect a presence of the Women’s Commission of SWLA, Inc.! We will highlight our past with “pearls” from past keynote speakers, Jack V. Doland award recipients, and scholarship recipients.
- As opportunities to serve others emerge, expect to see the Women’s Commission of SWLA, Inc. volunteering.
- Finally, expect to learn of a vibrant Keynote Speaker with a message for everyone, along with an opportunity to spend a resourceful and enjoyable day with friends and colleagues!





Making a difference in our community
About Us
The Women’s Commission of Southwest Louisiana, Inc. was organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes in 1990. We are very proud to be celebrating our milestone 30th Anniversary in 2020!
Overall Mission: To educate, empower, and expand the status of women living in Southwest Louisiana.
Major Efforts:
- Annual Fall Conference for Women – held annually on the 3rd Thursday in October Signature Event
- Mentorship Program – Jr. Women’s Conference to educate and encourage future women leaders
- Leadership opportunities and networking support for women
- Multiple Scholarships awarded annually to non-traditional women attending SOWELA Technical Community College or McNeese State University
- Commissioners also serve as a volunteer force supporting many other non-profit groups throughout Southwest Louisiana.
Special Thanks to our 2019 Platinum Sponsors

Are you interested in sponsoring our 2020 Conference?
Through donations, our sponsors underwrite the majority of the cost of the Fall Conference which helps keep the cost of attending the conference to a minimum for participants.