Join the Somerville Commission for Women

The Somerville Commission for Women (SCW) seeks five members, and Somerville residents are encouraged to apply. Both openings must be filled by people who believe in and support the equal status of women in society and the implementation of the aims of the Equal Rights Amendment. The SCW works collaboratively with the City’s Racial and Social Justice Commissions Coordinator, who also serves as the staff liaison. 

The SCW serves as a centralizing force in the City of Somerville and the community which will deal with all women’s issues providing information, referral, guidance, and more to public agencies and organizations engaged in activities and programs intended to eliminate prejudice and discrimination against women because of their status as women or minority women. 

• Commissioners must be able to commit to at least five hours of service per month. 
• SCW meets every third Tuesday of the month from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. 
• Applicants are confirmed by the City Council. 
• This is a volunteer position.

The following seats are open:

• Seat two has an expiration date of December 31, 2027, with the option for reappointment for a full two-year term.
• Seat four has an expiration date of December 31, 2027, with the option for reappointment for a full three-year term.
• Seat five has an expiration date of December 31, 2027, with the option for reappointment for a full three-year term
• Seat seven has an expiration date of December 31, 2026, with the option for reappointment for a full three-year term
• Seat eight has an expiration date of December 31, 2026, with the option for reappointment for a full three-year term

All Applications are due Friday, January 31st, 2025 Interested candidates should submit a statement of interest by email to lsaulters@somervillema.gov or by mail to Latoya Saulters, Commissions Coordinator, City of Somerville, 93 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143. Please contact Latoya Saulters, the Commissions Coordinator, at 857-274-2719 lsaulters@somervillema.gov with questions.

The City of Somerville does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected category. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities free of charge, upon request.

Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should please contact Adrienne Pomeroy at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or ADA@somervillema.gov.