Maria Imperial has
been nominated by Gov. Kathy Hochul as commissioner of the Division of Human
Rights.
Most recently,
Imperial served as the CEO of the YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester,
that has the mission is eliminating racism and empowering women.
Under Imperial's leadership, the YWCA completed
many multimillion-dollar projects bettering the community.
She serves on the board of directors of
Nonprofit Westchester and the advisory board for the Women in the Courts
Committee for the 9th Judicial District.
Imperial will serve as acting commissioner until
confirmation by the Senate.