Women of The Year

37th Annual 'Women of the Year' Commemorative Celebration

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"A Time of Reverence, Hope and Action"

In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Los Angeles County Commission for Women and the Board of Supervisors will proudly honor women of the community for their exceptional work at the 37th Annual “Women of the Year” Awards and Scholarship Celebration to be held on Monday, May 9, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

Each year in celebration of Women’s History Month, the Commission recognizes women who work to bring about social and economic change, promote women’s equality, serve as outstanding role models for women, work on behalf of women’s issues and demonstrate outstanding performance within their professions to further advocate women’s rights. The 37TH Annual Women of the Year Scholarship Celebration will be held on Monday, May 9, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Women of the Year honorees will receive recognition for their outstanding work in celebration of Women’s History Month and the accomplishments of women’s leadership and Women’s Suffrage over the last 100 years.

Event proceeds provide funding to promote vital outreach throughout Los Angeles County in fulfilling the Commission’s goals of “Educating, Motivating and Inspiring Women,” as well as, to fund critical education scholarships.

The “Women of the Year” recognizes women who are outstanding role models for over 5.2 million women in Los Angeles County. The Los Angeles County Commission for Women selects honorees utilizing the following six categories: Education, Health, Arts/Media, Business/Labor, Law/Public Safety, Women Veterans.

Nominees must have volunteered or worked on behalf of women’s issues; made significant contributions to equality and served as a role model for women. The nomination application must include a biography of the nominee. Previous members of the Commission may be nominated for their current activities and involvement relating to advocacy for women. Self-nominations will not be accepted, and previous recipients are not eligible for this award (recipients are listed on the LACCW website).

Join us and show your appreciation for these exceptional women on Monday, May 9, 2022. To become a donor or if you would like more information about this topic, please contact Commission staff at laccw@bos.lacounty.gov, by phone: (213) 974‑1455 or by visiting the Commission for Women website: http://laccw.lacounty.gov.