Martha Herm is the executive director for The Center for Prevention of Abuse, an agency that works to change the lives of men, women and children caught in the web of interpersonal violence and abuse. She talks about the importance of volunteers, the wide range of abuse to combat, and much more.
The New Year always invites reflection, and as The Peoria Woman celebrates its 12th anniversary, I am privileged to be the owner and publisher of three of central Illinois’ resource magazines. And as a woman—a business owner in particular—I’ve read with interest the recent "liberation" of sorts for Afghan women with the collapse of Taliban control.
Sue Dewey appreciates beautifully maintained businesses and residences more than the average citizen. In fact, as executive director of Peoria City Beautiful for the past 15 years, it’s her job to encourage people to keep the city looking good.
