Joyce Platt honored

BOSTON - Joyce E. Platt of Russell was honored today as a member of the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women’s 2016 class of Unsung Heroines, following Senator Don Humason’s nomination for her years of volunteerism and community engagement.

 

“I have known Joyce for many years and have admired her confident, vivacious, and energetic attitude towards life. At 89 years young she exhibits a timeless elegance and a touch of class that make her stand out in every crowd,” said Senator Humason of Ms. Platt. “She is an inspiration to me personally and to all who know her. It is exciting to see her get the recognition she deserves after her years of selfless service.”

 

Ms. Platt lives in Russell, MA, where she shares her talents and zest for life with community members young and old. She is a tireless volunteer, specifically offering her piano playing prowess for groups like the Russell Council on Aging and the Westfield Rotary Club. At 89 years old, she also continues to teach music to younger generations of students.

 

“I just really love life, and I enjoy any chance I have to share that joy with other people in my community,” said Ms. Platt before the recognition ceremony at the State House.

 

Ms. Platt was honored with the other Unsung Heroines for her outstanding contributions to her community in a ceremony on Wednesday, June 22nd, 2016 from 1-3 p.m., in the Great Hall at the State House in Boston. The program included a ceremony emceed by the MCSW Chair, Victoria A. Budson, acknowledging each of the 2016 Unsung Heroines followed by a group photograph of all of the 2016 Unsung Heroines.

 

The Unsung Heroines are women who don’t make the news, but make a difference. They are the women who use their time, talent and enthusiasm to enrich the lives of others and greatly impact their neighborhoods, cities and towns. They are mentors, volunteers and innovators who do what needs to be done without expectations of recognition or gratitude. These women are the glue that keeps a community together and every community is better because of their contribution.

 

The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women is an independent state agency that was legislatively created in 1998 to advance women of the Commonwealth to full equality in all areas of life and to promote their rights and opportunities. The MCSW provides a permanent, effective voice for the women of Massachusetts.