Watching the Neighbors

Cathy Standiford writes “activist poetry,” essays on social justice and issues affecting women and girls, and the occasional song. Currently she is working on a historical novel inspired by her grandmother, who was a refugee from the Armenian genocide. A retired city manager and local government consultant, Cathy is a volunteer mentor for WriteGirl, a non-profit community of women writers that promotes creativity and self-expression to empower teen girls. She is a long-standing member of Soroptimist, an international volunteer organization committed to advancing the economic empowerment of women and girls through access to education. In addition to writing and volunteering, Cathy enjoys reading, knitting, cooking and walking with her husband, John and Lemon, their dog. View all posts by Cathy Standiford