THE YWCA WELCOMES DAWN FLEURY, KIANA LOWE AND MOLLIE SULLIVAN TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Springfield, MA – The Board of Directors of the YWCA of Western Massachusetts recently elected three new members, Dawn Fleury, Kiana Lowe and Mollie Sullivan.
Dawn Fleury, who will join the Board as Treasurer and will serve on the Executive Committee, brings over 35 years of experience in finance to the YWCA of Western Massachusetts’ Board of Directors. Currently serving as the First Senior Vice President of Corporate Risk at Country Bank, headquartered in Ware, MA, Dawn oversees the bank’s comprehensive risk management programs. Prior to Dawn’s 14-year tenure at Country Bank, she had a 21-year career with the FDIC as a Commissioned Senior Bank Examiner in the Division of Supervision.
"The work that the YWCA is doing to support women and children who are at risk or who are victims is so important in assisting to break the horrible cycle of abuse and violence,” said Dawn Fleury. “I view joining the board as an amazing opportunity to give back to the community.”
"The work that the YWCA is doing to support women and children who are at risk or who are victims is so important in assisting to break the horrible cycle of abuse and violence,” said Dawn Fleury. “I view joining the board as an amazing opportunity to give back to the community.”
Kiana Lowe brings nearly 10 years of experience in Communications and Development to the YWCA board. Currently serving as the Marketing & PR Manager of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, MA, Kiana creates and manages the communications and content for the Hall of Fame’s overall marketing and public relations, social media, and website. Kiana previously worked as the Communications Coordinator, as well as, the Sr. Fan Engagement Coordinator for ESPN in Bristol, CT.
“Growing up in Springfield, I understand firsthand how important advocacy, support, and opportunity are for women and families,” said Kiana. “The YWCA’s mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace & justice deeply reflects the kind of progress I want to be a part of."
“Growing up in Springfield, I understand firsthand how important advocacy, support, and opportunity are for women and families,” said Kiana. “The YWCA’s mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace & justice deeply reflects the kind of progress I want to be a part of."
Lastly, Mollie Sullivan brings 25 years of experience in the Human Services field working with a vulnerable population like the residential guests and community-based clients served by the YWCA. Mollie is currently the Social Services Counselor II for Health Care for the Homeless at Mercy Medical Center. In her role, Mollie provides individualized and group behavioral and mental health outreach and direct programmatic services to adolescents and adults. Additionally, she provides counseling, crisis intervention, and support to patients and ensures referrals to care and services.
“Social justice, empowerment and the leadership of women have been cornerstones of the work I have been so passionate about for my whole professional career,” said Mollie. “Working with women, families and community leaders to end homelessness, social inequities, and disparities starts in our own communities and the YWCA has been on the frontlines of this work for decades and continues to be a leader in this work.”
“These outstanding and accomplished women have joined the board during a pivotal time for the YWCA, as we launch our comprehensive $7.5 Million ‘Shifting the Paradigm’ Campaign,” said Elizabeth Dineen, YWCA CEO. “Their diverse backgrounds and expertise will be crucial to the success of this campaign and the overall success of the YWCA.”
The YWCA of Western Massachusetts, located at One Clough Street in Springfield, was founded in 1868. The YWCA has served our region for nearly 160 years, guided by its founding principle to provide shelter, support services, and tools for self-sufficiency for women and girls in our community. Today, the YWCA of Western Massachusetts is the fifth largest YWCA in the country. Providing support to nearly 12,000 individuals annually, the YWCA exists to fulfill its mission of eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
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“Social justice, empowerment and the leadership of women have been cornerstones of the work I have been so passionate about for my whole professional career,” said Mollie. “Working with women, families and community leaders to end homelessness, social inequities, and disparities starts in our own communities and the YWCA has been on the frontlines of this work for decades and continues to be a leader in this work.”
“These outstanding and accomplished women have joined the board during a pivotal time for the YWCA, as we launch our comprehensive $7.5 Million ‘Shifting the Paradigm’ Campaign,” said Elizabeth Dineen, YWCA CEO. “Their diverse backgrounds and expertise will be crucial to the success of this campaign and the overall success of the YWCA.”
The YWCA of Western Massachusetts, located at One Clough Street in Springfield, was founded in 1868. The YWCA has served our region for nearly 160 years, guided by its founding principle to provide shelter, support services, and tools for self-sufficiency for women and girls in our community. Today, the YWCA of Western Massachusetts is the fifth largest YWCA in the country. Providing support to nearly 12,000 individuals annually, the YWCA exists to fulfill its mission of eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
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Tiera Wright VP of Communications & Development
- May 18, 2026
- 413-732-3121 ext. 126
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