Women’s House Serving Bruce and Grey wants residents to Nominate Inspiring Women in the Community
Nominators are encouraged to submit a 200-250 word biography explaining why this person should be recognized along with the Nomination Form
Nominations are being accepted until February 14 for two categories: Woman of Distinction Award and the Young Woman of Distinction Award.
Women's House will partner with Bruce County to present the awards during the annual International Woman’s Day Celebration on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, at the Lakeshore Recreation Centre in Port Elgin.
“Over the years, there have been some phenomenal women nominated,” said Executive Director Lisa Owen. “It’s a beautifully heart-warming experience to receive those nominations and to celebrate those women for how they have touched the world. Please, if you know a woman of distinction, take the time to nominate her. There’s ample time still to gather the information and put together a strong application.”
Criteria: -provides inspiration and motivation to others -recognized as a positive role model through example, mentoring and education -consistently displays leadership qualities -promotes and supports equality, improved opportunities and choices in the community -demonstrates vision, innovation or creativity and the courage to take risks -advocates positive changes in society through the impact of her activities, particularly for women and girls -must be a resident of Bruce or Grey County -Note: all above criteria also applies for the Young Woman of Distinction award, but in addition, they must be to young women who are still in school, under the age of majority
Please send your nominations to Michelle Lamont by mail at Box 760, Kincardine, ON N2Z 2Z4, by email at mlamont@whsbg.on.ca or by fax at (519) 396-7800.
