Honoring Four Women For Their Community Contributions & Personal Achievements

The Rockland County Legislature celebrates Women’s History Month by recognizing the contributions of four dynamic residents – Glenda Davis, Drusilla Kinzonzi, Anjoo Vohra and Charlene Weaver.

“Each of these women has spent decades giving back to others, particularly our children,” Rockland County Legislature Vice Chairman Dr. Aney Paul said. “Their efforts and lifelong contributions show a deep commitment, tenacity, and love of service that is deserving of our recognition and gratitude. I am honored to celebrate them as this year’s Women’s History Month honorees.”

Legislator Paul, and County Legislators Beth Davidson and Dana G. Stilley led a ceremony that included the presentation of the Distinguished Service Award to each honoree – the Legislature’s highest award.

Drusilla Kinzonzi, the tenth of 12 siblings, is a dedicated educator who graduated from Brooklyn College. She holds a BA in Education with a minor in African Studies and a Master’s in Reading. She authored “What Kwanzaa Means To Me,” coordinated Kwanzaa Celebrations at Harlem Hospital, and was presented with the Inland Empire Actors Guild Award for her acting in “A Raisin in the Sun.” Named Teacher of the Year in 1982 for the San Bernardino, Calif., Unified School District, she also founded the Annual Black History Bee, now in its 42nd year. She served in various educational roles, including the first Black chairperson of the English Language Arts and Reading Departments at Chestnut Ridge Middle School. She also established the King For A Day Oratorical Contest for middle school students and received the Woman of the Year Award from the Association of Black Educators of New York in 2002. Drusilla is a Life Member of the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc., & the NAACP, serves on several boards, and is Executive Director of Religious Released Time Education, Inc. She is a mother of five and grandmother of 14.

Anjoo Vohra has lived in Rockland County for over 40 years, moving from Flushing, Queens. With a Master of Science degree and a Bachelor of Science degree, she devoted some 35 years to her professional career before retiring. She is now actively involved in Jeevan Jyoti, a nonprofit supporting residents, particularly those over age 50,with programs that include yoga, digital education, financial guidance, musical & other cultural events, and a book club, all fostering a sense of community and well-being. As treasurer for over a decade, Anjoo manages finances and prepares reports for the Board of Directors. She also volunteers with AARP for tax preparation, assisting underserved residents. Anjoo emphasizes the importance of volunteering, which alleviates loneliness and builds social connections, especially for aging populations. Her commitment to empowering individuals through knowledge on health and finance fuels her fulfillment in serving the community.

Charlene Weaver, born in Tuskegee Institute, Alabama, was an outstanding student and natural leader from a young age. She excelled academically at Chambliss Children’s House and later majored in Biology and Chemistry at Tuskegee Institute, furthering her education at the University of Tennessee by earning a MS in Curriculum and Instruction, followed by a MEd in Educational Administration from Pace University. As Nyack Public School’s first full-time science teacher of color, she provided extra support to students and actively sought parental involvement. Her dedication to teaching extended beyond the classroom, as she often tutored students through the challenge of learning science in various locations – in the library, on the phone, the local church and so on. After 50 years of teaching, she retired in August 2024 but continues to tutor students from Nanuet and Nyack. She serves as Chairwoman of the Town of Ramapo Zoning Board and is past president of Rockland County’s Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.