 The Mid-Minnesota Women's Center in Brainerd has hired a new executive director. Rolling Joseph has more on the story. Shanon Wuzo, who was a probation agent for more than six years, monitored domestic violence offenses at Central Minnesota Community Corrections. Now, she ticks on the roll, has a new executive director. I was extremely excited to join an organization where I felt as though the board of directors was supportive of not only me being in the position, but also of what I would be able to do for the organization, but also what the organization can do for, you know, me and just that team atmosphere and then what we can do for the community. Shelter manager Vicky Flore, who has been working for the organization for more than five years, is excited to have her on board. I think that having someone who is passionate and excited and to kind of just have somebody excited about jumping in and getting their feet wet and not even hesitating is refreshing and exciting. Brainerd Police Department Community Service Officer, Troy Streffels, has known Wuzo from her work as a probation agent. He says she will be a great addition to the board. I really appreciate about her is that if there's something that she needs to do or to educate herself on, I know she's gonna give it not 100% but 110%. She wants to help improve the center and its programming, including parenting visits and safe child exchanges. She suggested that domestic violence is a serious issue and it should be prevented. We try to provide safety for victims of domestic violence so they've got a place to go. We also try to educate the community and then we also try to provide services out in the community as well. Wuzo comes through the role with optimism to enhance public awareness and to provide empowerment to women who has been victimized by domestic violence. Reporting from Brainerd, Rolene Joseph, Lakeland News. The center is hosting an upcoming fundraiser tomorrow evening at Craigins Resort on Gull Lake to help keep survivors, to help survivors of domestic violence and to help keep them safe. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.