Charles County Commission for Women

Charles County Commission for Women The Charles County Commission for Women works to raise awareness of issues affecting women and families.

The Charles County Commission for Women was established on April 23, 1996, by the Charles County Board of Commissioners for the following purposes:

1) To act as a referral agency source for women needing assistance.
2) To support and encourage volunteer programs of benefit to women.
3) To publicize activities and services of interest to women.
4) To encourage educational and job training opportun

ities for women.
5) To promote public forums on women’s needs and problems.
6) To advocate and publicize newly passed proposed legislation that affects women.
7) To promote continued equal opportunity in education, employment, sports and health care for women.
8) To operate at all times and in all matters as a non-political, non-partisan commission. Charles County Government Mission Statement – The mission of Charles County Government is to provide our citizens the highest quality service possible in a timely, efficient and courteous manner. To achieve this goal, our government must be operated in an open and accessible atmosphere, be based on comprehensive long- and short-term planning and have an appropriate managerial organization tempered by fiscal responsibility. We support and encourage efforts to grow a diverse workplace. Vision Statement – Charles County is a place where all people thrive and businesses grow and prosper; where the preservation of our heritage and environment is paramount; where government services to its citizens are provided at the highest level of excellence; and where the quality of life is the best in the nation. Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Charles County to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of race, color, s*x, age, national origin, religious or political affiliation or opinion,

💚May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚Please join the Charles County Commission for Women in wearing green on May 14 💚 ...
05/13/2026

💚May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

Please join the Charles County Commission for Women in wearing green on May 14 💚 as we support mental wellness, kindness, and community.

Together, we can raise awareness. 💚


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Happy Mother’s Day 💐From the Charles County Commission for Women, we celebrate and honor all mothers for the love, stren...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day 💐

From the Charles County Commission for Women, we celebrate and honor all mothers for the love, strength, and care you give every day.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month.Wear denim to support survivors of s*xual violence.Upload a photo and tag us to ...
04/30/2026

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Wear denim to support survivors of s*xual violence.
Upload a photo and tag us to show your support.


Together, we can raise awareness.

04/10/2026
Food Giveaway for residents
04/03/2026

Food Giveaway for residents

Commissioner Gilbert "BJ" Bowling (District 1) is working in partnership with the Department of Social Services to support a community food giveaway to assist local families.

Join Commissioner Bowling on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the parking lot of Charles County's Department of Social Services (200 Kent Ave, La Plata) for a Community Food Giveaway.

As we close our Women’s History Month Spotlight forCharles County Women Leading the Way, we want to say thank you to all...
03/31/2026

As we close our Women’s History Month Spotlight for
Charles County Women Leading the Way, we want to say thank you to all the women across the county doing the work, leading, and advocating.

Today we celebrate our Madam Chair Kaprece James, who leads and guides our work at the local and state level. We also want to say very Happy Birthday to her and thank you for your leadership. 🌸






✨ Women’s History Month Spotlight: Charles County Women Leading the WayToday we celebrate: Commissioner Chavonne Stevens...
03/30/2026

✨ Women’s History Month Spotlight:
Charles County Women Leading the Way

Today we celebrate:
Commissioner Chavonne Stevenson🌸






✨ Women’s History Month Spotlight: Charles County Women Leading the WayToday we celebrate: Tonie Restrepo🌸
03/26/2026

✨ Women’s History Month Spotlight:
Charles County Women Leading the Way

Today we celebrate: Tonie Restrepo🌸






✨ Women’s History Month Spotlight: Charles County Women Leading the WayToday we celebrate: Commissioner Katrina Logan 🌸 ...
03/23/2026

✨ Women’s History Month Spotlight:
Charles County Women Leading the Way

Today we celebrate:
Commissioner Katrina Logan 🌸






Address

200 Baltimore Street
La Plata, MD
20646

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13016450550

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