About the Woman of Power Award

This award is presented to an individual who has shown extraordinary commitment, enthusiasm and support in one or more of the following YWCA values:

• Peace: promotes peaceful measures to bring about political or social change by helping bridge divisions, resolving conflicts and uniting communities toward the realization of an equitable and harmonious world.

• Justice: advocates for advancing equity and fairness through our local, state and national legal system.

• Freedom: contributes toward the fight for civil and human rights, and dismantling the political and economic barriers that prevent self-determination for all people.

• Dignity: holds officials, institutions, business and government accountable for how they interact with women and people of all races within the Twin Cities; advancing the vision that all are worthy of honor and respect.

Criteria of Award Recipient

• Nominee must reside or work in the Twin Cities metropolitan area

• Nominee must meet at least ONE of the following eligibility requirements:

  • Strengthened the community with her courage and leadership

  • Made a significant contribution as a volunteer within the Twin Cities community

  • Is distinguished in a civic, professional or academic role

  • Created new opportunities for inclusiveness and collaboration  

Nominees are reviewed and selected by a committee of YWCA staff and current and former board members.