Women of Distinction™ is a signature YWCA recognition event and one of YWCA Lethbridge & District’s most critical fundraising events of the year. |
YWCA Women of Distinction Award fundraising supports local YWCA programming while honouring women from Southern Alberta who have achieved excellence and leadership in a variety of areas.
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Check back in January for details about the
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| YWCA Women of Distinction awards recognize those women who through their own initiative, ability and effort, have made an exemplary achievement in their field – women who are outstanding role models because of their goals and the way they have achieved these goals. Whether recognized as trailblazers in their field, or a young woman on the rise, all are pathfinders, bringing forth the key issues facing Canadian women. Each year, YWCA Lethbridge & District honours women who have made substantial contributions to the social fabric of our communities in unique and individual ways in one of the following categories: |
Arts, Culture and Heritage |
| Women who inspire others through their own artistic and creative work or through their support of the arts, culture or heritage in our community. |
Athletics |
| Women who demonstrate exceptional athleticism and/or athletic leadership in sports, fitness, recreation, or community programs. |
Community Leadership and Enhancement |
| Women whose volunteer work inspires, motivates and helps others in our community. |
Education and Mentorship |
| Women who are exceptional teachers, either in the education system, professional training programs, or community programs. |
Entrepreneurship and Innovation |
| Women who are entrepreneurs and have established successful business ventures or not-for-profit enterprises that benefit our community. |
Wellness, Recreation and Healthy Living |
| Women who contribute to the physical, emotional, social, or spiritual health of people in our community through their accomplishments, leadership and personal conduct. |
Leadership and Management |
| Women who are managers and leaders that inspire and motivate others in their workplace, profession, or in the community. |
Science, Technology, or Research |
| Women who have achieved excellence in research in a range of disciplines from science and technology through the social sciences and humanities. |
Young Woman of Promise |
| Women under thirty who set an example for others through their achievements in academics, career, or community building. |
Lifetime Achievement |
| Women who have been leaders in one or more of the above categories while serving as role models for the community. |
Questions |
| Yvonne Bainbridge Events & Volunteer Coordinator 403-329-0088 events@ywcalethbridge.org |