Announcements
Dr. Sandra Pavelka Recipient of the 2024 APEX Women in Business Award
Dr. Sandra Pavelka was humbled and honored to be the recipient of the eminent 2024 APEX Women in Business Award by the Greater Ft. Myers Chamber of Commerce. The APEX Award recognizes Dr. Pavelka's career excellence, commitment to leadership and mentoring of others as well as her professionalism, community involvement, and philanthropy. The awards gala was held on July 25, 2024 at the Caloosa Convention Center in Ft. Myers, Florida.
The Power of Her: Women Shaping Politics & Society
Exciting news! Thrilled to announce the release of The Power of Her: Women Shaping Politics & Society, published by Kendall Hunt Publishing Company. Dr. Pavelka co-authored The Power of Her along with Hannah Reynolds, JD. The Power of Her examines the vital role of women’s leadership in politics and society. The evolution of women’s influence is explored, covering:
Historical Milestones: From the global suffrage movement to the legal breakthroughs that paved the way.
Institutional Power: Analyzing women’s rising impact within legislative, judicial, and executive branches.
Societal Influence: Exploring how women shape culture, economics, grassroots advocacy, and global governance.
Future Perspectives: A forward-looking analysis of what it takes to foster representation worldwide.
Whether you are a student, an activist, or a leader, this book serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding, and advancing, the participation of women in the political and social spheres. Special thanks to all who supported this project, especially Dr. Pavelka’s family!
In the News
Dr. Pavelka provides her expertise in an interview on "The Great Social Media Debate" by Roger Williams, Florida Weekly.
Great interview with Dr. Pavelka on "Restorative Justice in Schools" by Brooke Schultz, Education Week.
See follow-up article, "Can a Teacher's Bill of Rights Bring Order to the Classroom" by Elizabeth Heubeck, Education Week.
Book Release ~ Restorative Justice in Legal Systems, Education & Community
Restorative justice, realized in states and communities across the world, is viewed as an innovative framework and growing global social movement, providing a foundation for fairness and accountability in laws, policies and practices. Its application is integrated in legal systems, educational settings and the workplace, among others.
A wide range of expert voices in the restorative justice field come together in this book culminating in an insightful and critical assessment of restorative justice. With authors from around the globe, the international application of restorative justice is evidenced with case studies and examples of the impact of restorative practices and various models. Relational practice, its implementation, its effects and its potential to grow is at the heart of each of the chapters, thoughtfully arranged to guide the reader through the journey of restorative justice in education, to legal systems, youth offender programs and the communities for whom restorative justice is integral.
Dr. Pavelka Recipient of Congressional Lois Haight Award
Dr Sandra Pavelka was awarded the Lois Haight Award of Excellence and Innovation by the US Congressional Crime Survivors and Justice Caucus. Dr. Pavelka was nominated for this award by US Representative Greg Steube. This prestigious award honors a professional whose efforts have had a significant impact on local, state, national or international public policy development and implementation that promotes dignity, respect, rights and services for victims of crime. Dr. Pavelka was honored to receive the award during the awards ceremony held on April 26, 2023 during Crime Victims Rights Week in Washington, DC.
