Babz Rawlz-Ivy

Babz Rawls Ivy is a prominent figure in New Haven, CT, with a rich and diverse background. She serves as the Editor-in-chief of The Inner-City News, a Black-owned weekly publication, and is a Corporate Affairs Liaison at Penfield Communications, Inc. Additionally, Babz is a Certified Spiritual Director, hosts radio shows, and holds degrees in marketing and public administration. Her extensive public service includes two terms on the New Haven Board of Alders and Mayoral appointments. She is an expert in personal development and crisis recovery, supporting women in the federal prison system and facilitating divorce support groups. Babz is a committed advocate for social justice and an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. She is currently working on her memoirs, set to be published in 2015.