recognizing meritorious women and men who have improved the lives of women of Florida and have served as positive role models for women and girls in their community
2020 – The Spirit of Community Awards recognize meritorious women and men who have improved the lives of women of Florida and have served as positive role models for women and girls in their community. The awards are to honor community volunteers who are nonpaid, (or not paid on a consistent basis). Recipients will be honored during the fall of 2020.
Nominees may be recognized for outstanding achievement from a wide variety of areas including but not limited to: arts, business, education, government, entrepreneurial leader, science (STEM), hometown hero, healthcare, sports, environment, and “one-to-watch” (up and coming youth leader—24 and under). The winners are chosen based on their servant leadership outside of their paid positions.
“The Florida Commission on the Status of Women celebrates the vision, strength, and servant leadership of women of all ages,” says Rita Barreto Craig, Commission Chair. “It is with great honor that we celebrate those who have so generously and unselfishly given of their time and talents to make a difference in their communities.” The 2020 nomination period runs from April 1 until May 30.
2019 – The Spirit of Community Awards recognize meritorious women and men who have improved the lives of women of Florida and have served as positive role models for women and girls in their community. The awards are to honor community volunteers who are nonpaid, (or not paid on a consistent basis).
Recipients will be honored during the fall of 2019 in their home community.
Nominees may be recognized for outstanding achievement from a wide variety of areas including but not limited to: arts, business, education, government, entrepreneurial leader, science (STEM), hometown hero, healthcare, sports, environment, and “one-to-watch” (up and coming youth leader—24 and under). The winners are chosen based on their servant leadership outside of their paid positions.
“The Florida Commission on the Status of Women recognizes and supports women of all ages as they strive to achieve their fullest potential,” said Lady Dhyana Ziegler, Ph.D., DCJ, Commission Chair. “We are proud to honor outstanding individuals for their tremendous achievements and dedicated service to their communities.” The 2019 nomination period is now closed. Winners will be announced in October!
If you have any questions regarding the Spirit of Community Awards, please contact the Commission office at 850-414-3531.
Commission Honors Volunteers for Work in their Communities
(Tallahassee, FL, November 30, 2019) – The Florida Commission on the Status of Women honored the following outstanding volunteers with the 2019 Spirit of Community Award for their work in improving the lives of women and families in their communities:
- Sharon Berrian of Tallahassee
- Chase Hartman of Tampa
- Lauren DePaola of Gainesville
- Tina Kadolph of Sanford
- Sharon Kendrick-Johnson of Miami
- Barbara Melvin of Ave Maria
- Paloma Rambana of Tallahassee
- Sue Sifrit of Punta Gorda
- Susan Chenault 0f Vero Beach
The Spirit of Community Award recognizes meritorious women and men who have improved the lives of women of Florida and have served as positive role models for women and girls in their community. Recipients of the Spirit of Community Award will be honored during special ceremonies in their home communities.
Nominees are recognized for outstanding achievement from a wide variety of areas including but not limited to: arts, business, education, government, entrepreneurial leader, science (STEM), hometown hero, healthcare, sports, environment, and “one-to-watch” (up and coming youth leader—24 and under).
“The Florida Commission on the Status of Women is proud to focus on celebrating the contributions and success of women,” said Lady Dhyana Ziegler, DCJ, Ph.D., Commission Chair. “We are delighted to honor these outstanding individuals for their tremendous achievements and dedicated service to their communities.”
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