COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Ending Violence Against Women
Pia Martin
Pia (she/her) joined Monroe County NOW as a committee chair in late 2024, bringing deep expertise and a commitment to women's rights and empowerment. With a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice from Indiana University-Bloomington, Pia has worked with organizations focused on advocating for and supporting women. She currently serves as Case Manager and Outreach Coordinator at Sojourn House, an outreach and residential program for women who have experienced human trafficking, exploitation, abuse, and addiction. Pia is also a case manager for Firefly Family and Children Alliance, a statewide social work provider. She also serves on the Board of Tandem, a prenatal outcome advocacy organization. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, researching social justice issues, and spending time with her family.
Communications
Mandy Yates
Mandy (she/her) has been part of Monroe County NOW since 2016 when she became a convener of the chapter. She has served in several roles over the years such as Liaison to the Legislative Action Committee, Director of Communications, President, and Treasurer. Mandy has lived in Bloomington for the past 30 years, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Telecommunications and a Master of Library Science degree from Indiana University. She previously worked for WTIU, IU’s public television member station, and is now a fitness instructor at the Monroe County YMCA where she teaches Pilates, barre, and Power Pump classes. Mandy also spends her time volunteering for the Monroe County Public Library, indexing Bloom Magazine for the library’s database. She is happy to continue to serve MC NOW as the Communications Chair, publishing the newsletter and helping with the website and other communications needs.
Vacant Positions
All committee chair positions are currently vacant. If you are interested in filling any of these roles, please e-mail our Chapter President.
Fundraising
legislative action
LGBTQ+ rights
Membership
racial justice
reproductive justice
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