Woman of the SectionThe recipients of this award exemplify the spirit of NCJW. “A woman who, by her deeds and actions, has indicated her commitment to and her support and love for this organization.” WOMAN OF THE SECTION 2020 Henrietta Wolfeiler
Her first job was as a Home Economics teacher at Teaneck High School. It was a serious adjustment with a new husband, new city and new job and few friends. A suggestion was made that she join an organization that had many young adult women. The organization, of course, was NCJW, which had an evening branch. The rest is history. Sixty years later she’s still hooked and an involved member. NCJW has always been an important part of Henrietta’s life. She is a woman who often rides under the radar, but ALWAYS takes on responsibilities to help Council fulfill its community obligations. From taking on the role of refreshment chair, to running the former business and professional group, to chairing nominations, supporting a domestic violence public information campaign and volunteering with HIPPY and Center for Food Action (CFA), Henrietta can always be counted on. Her most recent and favorite position is as the Domestic Violence Waiting Room Volunteer Coordinator. This NCJW BCS signature program opened in 2012 and is a supervised room in the courthouse that provides a safe place for plaintiffs in domestic violence cases. Henrietta has also supported her husband’s involvement in Council’s MS Swim-In program and Center for Food Action. Together they have generously supported NCJW BCS commitment to high school scholarships, domestic violence issues and hunger programs by establishing the Wolfeiler-Simon Fund. In her spare time she enjoys her three children, Karen, Jay and Eric, and her seven grandchildren, who bring fulfillment and pleasure. Henrietta is a compassionate woman who says she has “a strong commitment to support all people in our local community who are in need of assistance.” She firmly states that she “believes in standing behind women who have been beaten down.” One reason she supports Council is because she appreciates “the process that Council takes to vet the agencies it affiliates with.” She is indebted to Council for the strong friendships and long-lasting relationships she has developed. Henrietta Wolfeiler will receive NCJW BCS’ Woman of the Section Award at its Virtual Installation Celebration, Tuesday, June 23 at 11:30. WOMAN OF THE SECTION 2019 GLADYS LADEN |
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The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is a grassroots organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive ideals into action. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children, and families and by safeguarding individual rights and freedoms.
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