[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 21 (Thursday, March 5, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E313]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                 TRIBUTE TO MARCELLA ``MARCY'' CISNEROS

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                           HON. ANNA G. ESHOO

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 5, 1998

  Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Marcella ``Marcy'' 
Cisneros, a dedicated community leader who is being honored as an 
inductee into the San Mateo County Women's Hall of Fame.
  Marcella ``Marcy'' Cisneros is a tireless crusader against domestic 
violence. She began her work with victims of violence as a volunteer 
for the San Mateo Battered Women's Services, then served as Director of 
Program Services and Outreach Education from 1990 to 1993. Her dream to 
offer greater advocacy services came true in 1993 when Sor Juana Ines 
opened its doors to abused women. Since its inception, Sor Juana Ines 
has served over 5,000 women in San Mateo County by answering crisis 
calls and providing counseling. In 1995, Ms. Cisneros was hired by the 
District Attorney's Office as one of its first Domestic Violence Victim 
Advocates. In addition to her current position with the District 
Attorney, she continues to educate the private sector about domestic 
violence and serves in a number of other volunteer capacities. She is 
an Advisory Board Member of the Psychology Department for the College 
of Notre Dame and a Co-chair of the County Task Force on Violent Crimes 
Against Women.
  Mr. Speaker, Marcella ``Marcy'' Cisneros is an outstanding citizen 
and I salute her for her remarkable contributions and commitment to our 
community. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring and 
congratulating her on being inducted into the San Mateo County Women's 
Hall of Fame.

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