PSSP Recognitions

• 1995-2015 Women of Change Award
• 2000 Washington, DC Community Service Award
• 2004 Capital Women Improvement Award
• 2002 Sisters For Change Award
• 2003 Women In The Know Award
• 2010 Supporting Sisters Award
• 2009 Change Agent & Leadership Award
• 2013 Senior Support Leader Award
• 2013 Innovative Visionary Award
• 2013 Women of Value Award
• 2013 Compassionate Hearts Award
• 2014 Motivating Others In Need Award
• 2014 ACTION Counts Community Leader Honor
• 2015 Leadership for Women Award
• 2016 ACT NOW Award for Community Service
• 2016 Women Inspire Network Achievement Award

PSSP Event Highlights and Outcomes

EmpowerHer Gala 2022:
This gala raised $500,000 for scholarships and programs, demonstrating the collective power of women-led philanthropy.
Sisters in Action Day 2021:
Over 1,000 members mobilized to provide food, clothing, and resources to underserved communities nationwide.
Voices of Resilience Series 2020:
Featuring survivors, leaders, and changemakers, this storytelling event inspired attendees to take bold steps toward advocacy and personal growth.
Sisterhood Summit 2018:
This event launched the PSSP mentorship network, connecting hundreds of members across chapters.
Mental Health Awareness Campaign 2015:
PSSP’s workshops and resources helped over 500 women seek professional support for their mental health.

PSSP Social Impact

• The Workforce Readiness Initiative:
  PSSP partnered with local businesses to create job-training workshops, resulting in 200 women securing employment in their fields within two years.
• Advocating for Educational Equity:
  PSSP’s education task force worked with schools to provide mentorship and resources, improving graduation rates for underrepresented students by 15% in three districts.
• Family Reunification Success:
  Through intensive case management, PSSP helped 45 families reunite after facing systemic barriers.
• Breaking the Poverty Cycle:
  PSSP launched financial literacy programs that equipped over 300 women with tools to budget, save, and start small businesses, lifting many out of poverty.
• Advancing Women in Politics:
  PSSP supported 10 women in their successful bids for local and state government positions.

PSSP Global and Local Success Stories

Global Sisterhood Fund:
PSSP raised funds for a women’s health clinic in Kenya, serving over 1,000 patients annually.

Local Arts Revival:
In Detroit, PSSP members collaborated with local artists to revive a community theater, which now offers free performances and workshops.

STEM Scholarships:
PSSP awarded 50 scholarships to young women pursuing careers in STEM fields, helping diversify the industry.

Disaster Relief Support:
Following Hurricane Katrina, PSSP mobilized members to provide emergency assistance to 5,000 displaced families.

Partnership with Women’s Shelters:
In collaboration with shelters, PSSP provided over 10,000 hours of advocacy, counseling, and resource navigation for women rebuilding their lives.