Julie Rems-Smario, was recently honored as a CNN Hero for her work as Executive Director and co-founder of Oakland based, DeafHope.  CNN viewers in over 80 countries nominated more than 7,000 heroes in 6 categories, with 3 finalists identified for each category.  Julie was one of three finalists in the Community Crusader category for creating solutions to a local problem or social issue.

DeafHope’s mission is to end domestic violence and sexual assault against Deaf women and children through empowerment, education and services.  DeafHope was the BAWJ’s featured Non-Profit on our Sept/Oct 2007 edition.  You can find the article at www.BayAreaWJ.com/Deaf_Hope.html.  Also, please visit their website at www.deaf-hope.org to learn more.

Congratulations Julie!