MIAMI (WSVN) – The YWCA South Florida honored community leaders, programs and a new class of trailblazers on Saturday evening during its sixth annual \u201cFirst But Not Last\u201d celebration.<\/p>\n
The event recognized those who have helped make an impact across South Florida. Among those honored was Barry University\u2019s President Mike Allen.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur students are very proud; we have students all over. They are representing tonight; they are the reason we all should be very excited and optimistic about our future,\u201d said Allen.<\/p>\n
Awards were presented to individuals who went above and beyond in supporting the community,<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s really an award on behalf of Barry University; it\u2019s an award on behalf of our faculty, our staff, our community at Barry, and the impact that they have and this amazing community here in Miami. I\u2019m so proud of it,\u201d said Allen.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s theme, \u201cWe The Women \u2014 Finishing the Sentence the Founders Started,\u201d highlights the organization\u2019s mission and the fundraiser\u2019s support for its work across South Florida.<\/p>\n
This work includes early education, developing our youth, and prosperity in health and economically.<\/p>\n
\u201cCarrie Ann Roy\u2019s, the team at the YWCA, the impact that they have on our community is truly tremendous, and we are very blessed to have them leading the way here in Miami,\u201d said Allen. <\/p>\n
Guests who attended the weekend event came dressed in fashion-forward looks and celebrated the organization\u2019s leadership.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhen I think about the mission of the YWCA and the mission of the Urban League of Broward County, to move individuals forward, move families forward, we have such synergy and I just look forward to continuing our work together,\u201d said Dr. Germaine Smith-Baugh, president & CEO of Urban League of Broward County. <\/p>\n
During this year\u2019s event, 7News\u2019 Olivia Diventi took center stage as the emcee.<\/p>\n
The evening also featured an immersive \u201cimpact experience,\u201d showcasing the organization\u2019s special moments and personal stories from families served by the YWCA South Florida.<\/p>\n
WSVN is a proud sponsor of the YWCA South Florida.<\/p>\n
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