Recognize a woman you know who has made a strong impact as a leader, innovator and change-maker in the community by nominating them for a 2019 Women of Influence Award.

The awards honour women who have made outstanding contributions to their industries or fields through their leadership and entrepreneurship, meaningful accomplishments and achievements, and breaking down barriers or making significant advancements. The awards are open to women of all backgrounds, experiences and industries to recognize leadership and innovation in all its forms and celebrate the strength and diversity of the women in our community.

Three awards are available:

  • Young Woman of Influence
  • Trailblazing Woman of Influence
  • Distinguished Woman of Influence

Nomination packages are available at cityofgp.com/womenofinfluence and must be submitted by Friday, January 25, 2019.

An award reception takes place on International Women’s Day, March 8, 2019, from 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. at Teresa Sargent Hall. Tickets are available for $35 through the Revolution Place box office starting next week.

International Women’s Day (IWD) is an event recognized world-wide to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women and to advocate for the continued advancements of equal rights. The 2019 theme “Balance for Better” calls for collective action and shared responsibility to create a gender-balanced world at every level.

Information provided by the City of Grande Prairie.