Women’s Foundation – 21st Annual Luncheon
On December 6th, the Women’s Foundation of Greater Kansas City will host the 21st Annual Luncheon at the Sheraton Kansas City at Crown Center. America Ferrera, who plays Betty Suarez on ABC’s Ugly Betty, will be the featured speaker. America is a passionate advocate for women and girls, devoting her time to Save the Children, Night Light and working on the documentary Half the Sky.
Also featured in the November 2nd issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: WFGKC
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America Ferrera, featured speaker |
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