September 10th Luncheon – “Women are Watching” – Barbara Zdravecky – President & CEO of Planned Parenthood SW and Central Florida

“Women Are Watching” is the title of Barbara Zdravecky’s presentation at the Democratic Club of Sarasota’s September luncheon. As President and CEO of the local Planned Parenthood, Zdravecky is especially qualified to discuss women’s health and human rights issues from a political perspective. But, with women comprising over 53% of Sarasota County registered voters, the title “Women are Watching” should also be seen as a warning to any politician who ignores women’s needs.

Barbara Zdravecky has been President and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida (PPSWCF) for more than 17 years. In 2006, she was honored with the Ruth Green Award as the top Planned Parenthood CEO in the country by Planned Parenthood Federation of America. Locally, she has been recognized for her ability to “rally and inspire area residents” (SRQ Magazine, 2009) and to attract “leaders and politicians to her cause through charm and total conviction” (Sarasota Magazine, 2007).

During Barbara’s tenure, PPSWCF has seen phenomenal growth and expansion, providing thousands of women and families with reproductive health care services and information. Planned Parenthood now serves more than 26,000 patients at its seven health centers in Southwest and Central Florida, including its new 23,000-square-foot regional headquarters in downtown Sarasota, which opened in December, 2008, and features a state-of-the-art health center.

Come to the luncheon on Saturday, September 10 to learn more about some of the challenges facing women in America today.

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