The Sophia Way has named Kirkland resident Angela Murray as its new executive director.

Murray comes to the company after serving as the executive director of the Volunteer Center of Whatcom County, where she was recognized for her success facilitating board, staff and community partners. She was recognized with the 2014 Community Achievement Award for her efforts in the local community.

“I’m excited about the future of The Sophia Way with Angela coming on board as the new executive director,“ said Interim Executive Director Rae Levine. “Angela brings a broad range of experience and expertise to this organization.”

With our new leader, we are eager to move forward, serving women experiencing homelessness in our community and strengthening the partnerships with our local providers, funders, and the many individuals and groups who actively support our programs.

The Sophia Way provides the Eastside’s only program exclusively dedicated to helping end homelessness for adult women by offering a path from homelessness to stable independent living.

TSW’s core programs facilitate this transition by providing a safe place for women during the day, a six-month shelter program for twenty one women at night, offering case management to help clients overcome barriers to independence, and providing transitional and housing opportunities for women who experience homelessness.