American Association of University Women Honors The Ophelia Project
Summary
“From the inspiration of the organization’s founder, Susan Wellman, to the leadership of President and CEO Mary Baird, every individual associated with The Ophelia Project has a passionate and abiding dedication to helping youth succeed in school and in their adult lives,” said Light in his nomination letter.Today, The Ophelia Project raises awareness about relational aggression, provides educational resources and original programs and promotes healthy peer relationships for all youth, both boys and girls.The award is given for a broad range of activities including classroom teaching, educational and research contributions, and legal and legislative work in equity for women and girls.Today, The Ophelia Project raises awareness about relational aggression, provides educational resources and original programs and promotes healthy peer relationships for all youth, both boys and girls.About the Eleanor Roosevelt Fund AwardEstablished in 1989, the Eleanor Roosevelt Fund Award honors an individual, project, organization, or institution for outstanding contributions to equity and education for women and girls.The award is given for a broad range of activities including classroom teaching, educational and research contributions, and legal and legislative work in equity for women and girls.