CONEY ISLAND — “Celebrating the Changemakers,” a Women’s History Month luncheon, was held at Gargiulo’s Restaurant (2911 West 15th Street) Saturday afternoon — presented by Councilman Justin Brannan in partnership with NIA Community Services Network (a Brooklyn-based non-profit youth organization).  

The architect of the event, Charlene Batts, who is director of strategic initiatives and public affairs for Councilman Justin Brannan, told the Brooklyn Eagle that her objective was to make women feel “empowered, inspired, and strengthened.” 

“I wanted it to be special; and I wanted them to feel celebrated,” Batts said, adding that she selected everyone personally, approached Brannan with her choices, and he wholeheartedly agreed.