2006 Dream Maker Award Winners
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Latasha Robinson - Girl Achievement & Leadership
Because 18-year-old Latasha Robinson believed students have the conviction and the skill to mediate problems and prevent violence, she persevered pressure from peers and school staff to create a new program. She developed a mediation strategy and taught it to her fellow Washburn High School classmates, who, in turn, trained Anthony Middle School students to become peacemakers. Latasha's innovative efforts have inspired others to solve problems non-violently.
Rosalie Wahl - Woman Achievement & Leadership
As the first woman appointed to the Minnesota Supreme Court, Rosalie Wahl has fought tirelessly for women and the disadvantaged. Regardless of race, gender or class, she never ceases being an advocate for those whose rights have been denied or infringed. Justice Wahl exemplifies the change she wishes to see in the world and inspires everyone who knows her to do the same. She inspires women in particular to not be afraid to find their passion to make a difference.
Verna Cornelia Price - Individual Support & Leadership
Realizing that all girls need role models, Dr. Verna Cornelia Price has created a unique mentoring program to help motivate and inspire girls to pursue academic success while learning how to make positive behavior choices in school and life. Her most notable project, "Girls in Action," which recruits women leaders to serve as mentors, has helped North High School see a 50 percent decrease in suspensions, fights and disruptive behavior by girls.
Perspectives, Inc. - Organization Support & Leadership
Abuse, neglect and poverty have taken their toll on too many Twin Cities women and children. For 30 years, St. Louis Park-based Perspectives, Inc. has served and improved the lives of the homeless and chemically dependent. Through opportunity and support, the organization aims to break destructive cycles, create hope and help women and families turn their lives around. Perspective's dramatic success rate in returning its residents to the social and economic mainstream is over 70 percent.
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