From 1980-84, Suellen served as GFWC Alabama Director of Junior Clubs then GFWC Junior Education Chairman. In 1985, Suellen became HOBY International Leadership Seminar National Volunteer Chairman. These roles led to 12 years of national service — accompanied by extensive growth within — to the Hugh O’Brian Youth Foundation.
During 42 years on the GFWC Alabama Board, Suellen served all appointed/elected offices including State President (1998-2000) where policy improvements she championed impact Alabama today. She organized exceptional leadership training opportunities, including seminars at the Alabama State Capitol, and implemented state/district LEADS programs.
After being State President, Suellen successfully led the GFWC Safety program, Juniorettes, and GFWC Southern Region as treasurer, secretary, vice president, and president. As president, she strengthened International connections by welcoming the Woman’s Club of Aruba to Southern Region. As GFWC Leadership Chairman in 2012-14, she oversaw a 73 percent increase in GFWC State LEADS programs; she and the committee provided numerous leadership tools/resources.
A native Alabamian, she and husband Billy have two sons. Retired after 44 years with Baldwin County Schools, her final position was Executive Elementary Administrator supervising 28 elementary schools and 18,000 students. Working with domestic violence prevention, homeless, and veterans keeps her grounded in grassroots service.
Blog
January 19
Featured Member

Cherie Lee Williams
Cherie Lee Williams is a vibrant leader who has found GFWC to be a wonderful outlet for her love of community service and her can-do attitude. As both the President of the Mesquite Club (Nevada) for 2016-2017, as well as a 2016 LEADS candidate, she quickly learned the value of making connections in order to bring positive change to the world.
Success For Survivors Scholarship
Each year, GFWC awards scholarships to help intimate partner abuse survivors obtain a post-secondary education that offers a chance to reshape their future by securing employment and gaining personal independence.
Featured Club

GFWC Polk County Service Club
GFWC Polk County Service Club (Oregon) served as the coordinators for the Polk County Fair Talent Contest. There were two divisions (Youth from age 3-12 and Young Adult from 13-19) with 17 contestants. Laurel Jones, Vice President of GFWC Polk County Service Club, served as the Mistress of Ceremonies. Parents, grandparents, and friends all came out to fill the audience and it was very well attended. One of the Judges was GFWC Oregon State President, Pam Briggs.