PWN Dallas-Fort Worth (PWN DFW) is honored to be part of PWN as an official affiliated organization. We mean business and we know that nothing about us without us is for us. PWN will give us the support, tools, and mentorship to make advocacy for women in Dallas-Fort Worth a reality.
Roxanne Glapion
Roxanne Glapion is a survivor. She was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. She a daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and confidant. She was diagnosed with HIV in 2004 while working at Charity Hospital as a Unit Secretary. Her life turned upside down. As a result of her diagnosis, she battled depression. Through the support of her partner at the time, very close friends, and family, she saw that HIV is a part of her, not who she is.
She relocated to Dallas in August 2005, one week before Hurricane Katrina. While in Dallas, she was referred to A Sister’s Gift Women’s Center, the only all-female-based AIDS Service Organization in Dallas. Under the guidance of the CEO, Roxie became the Assistant Executive Director of A Sister’s Gift, Group Facilitator, Director of Programs, and a member of the Care Team. She is also involved in other advocacy groups in the Dallas area.
She relocated to Dallas in August 2005, one week before Hurricane Katrina. While in Dallas, she was referred to A Sister’s Gift Women’s Center, the only all-female-based AIDS Service Organization in Dallas. Under the guidance of the CEO, Roxie became the Assistant Executive Director of A Sister’s Gift, Group Facilitator, Director of Programs, and a member of the Care Team. She is also involved in other advocacy groups in the Dallas area.