Miami-Dade County is calling for nominations for their 36th annual "In the Company of Women" awards. According to a press release, the awards aim to recognize outstanding women leaders who have made significant contributions to the community. Submissions are open until September 30, with nomination forms available online. The community is encouraged to nominate women who demonstrate professional development, community responsibility, and leadership across various sectors.
The award categories include recognitions for women in arts, business, communications, and more. A distinct category exists for young professionals under the age of 40. The nomination packet needs to include all supporting materials and must be submitted before the deadline, with nominees who fail to comply being automatically disqualified. The awards ceremony, scheduled to coincide with Women's History Month and International Women's Day, has been a county tradition, celebrating those who have pushed forward the progress of women.
Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces, a partner in the event, operates one of the largest park systems in the country, boasting over 290 parks and 40,000 acres of parkland. These awards are jointly presented with the Miami-Dade Commission for Women, which acts as an advisory group on issues relating to the status of women in the community. With an eye on advocacy and improving the lives of women county-wide, the commission continues to be a voice in the local community.
A committee composed of community leaders and past award recipients will review the nominations and select the honorees. Interested parties can obtain more information by contacting Nina Roque-Strickroot, the Executive Director of the Miami-Dade County Commission for Women. The process aims to fairly and diligently to recognize those women leaders who are, indeed, making a palpable difference in their fields and communities.
Follow Miami-Dade County Parks on social media channels like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X to stay updated on this and other events. For more details on the “In the Company of Women” awards and to access the nomination form, visit the Miami-Dade County website.
