Adopt Commendation for Bay Area Women's Sports Initiative (BAWSI) for 21 years of inclusive and empowering programs that help girls grow their confidence and leadership skills. (Abe-Koga/Arenas)

County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Five Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga 128546 DATE: April 28, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Margaret Abe-Koga, Supervisor Sylvia Arenas, Vice President SUBJECT: Commendation for BAWSI RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt Commendation for Bay Area Women's Sports Initiative (BAWSI) for 21 years of inclusive and empowering programs that help girls grow their confidence and leadership skills. (Abe-Koga/Arenas) ATTACHMENTS: • Bay Area Women's Sports Initiative Commendation Board of Supervisors: Sylvia Arenas, Betty Duong, Otto Lee, Susan Ellenberg, Margaret Abe-Koga County Executive: James R. Williams (PDF) Page 1 of 1

Docusign Envelope ID: 3D6AC004-ED28-4146-9416-DAA34E373F8A WHEREAS, the Bay Area Women’s Sports Initiative (BAWSI) provides safe and joyful spaces for girls from elementary to high school to run, play, and build friendships at a time when the participation of girls in sports is significantly lower than the participation of boys; WHEREAS, BAWSI programs introduce girls to sports fundamentals and leadership skills through activities that build motor coordination, teamwork, and confidence; WHEREAS, BAWSI equips girls with guidance to regulate their emotions, set goals, and harness their inner drive, helping them develop a strong sense of identity that supports their long-term academic and personal success; WHEREAS, BAWSI fosters friendships and support networks that extend far beyond the program, demonstrating that BAWSI is more than a sports program—it is a community that teaches respect, responsibility, and the importance of empowering others; WHEREAS, BAWSI volunteers serve as mentors who play a vital role in each girl’s development, offering encouragement and guidance that help shape young leaders who continue to excel in high school, college, and their careers; and WHEREAS,...