MADISON– Representative Robyn Vining received the Gaylord Nelson Human Services Award from WISCAP, a statewide network of poverty fighting agencies. The annual Gaylord Nelson Human Services Award recognizes a Democratic lawmaker for outstanding support of Community Action and low-income families. Representative Vining was nominated by the Community Action Coalition for South Central Wisconsin, which serves people in Waukesha, Jefferson, and Dane Counties. Representative Vining released the following statement:
“I am honored to receive the Gaylord Nelson Human Services Award from WISCAP, an organization doing important work to fight poverty across the state.It is an honor to work alongside partners like WISCAP on reducing poverty and promoting economic opportunity for all Wisconsinites. I want to extend my gratitude to Meghan Mietchen, Executive Director of the Community Action Coalition for South Central Wisconsin, for nominating me for this award.
“Being elected as a legislator is a signal of public trust that I will work to make life better for all Wisconsinites. It is my hope that I serve the public in a way that honors this trust. I am honored to have my efforts recognized by the Gaylord Nelson Human Services Award from WISCAP, and will continue to work to create a better Wisconsin for everyone. Forward, together.”
Rep. Vining represents the 13th Assembly District, which includes Elm Grove, and parts of Wauwatosa and Brookfield. For more information visit Rep. Vining’s website here.
