Since 1998, the YWCA Dayton Women of Influence Awards have recognized and honored the most influential women in the Dayton area, women who have made a difference in their community through their dedication to the YWCA mission of eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Past honorees have included such influential local women as Dr. Linda Burrs and Commissioner Debbie Lieberman.

“The YWCA Dayton has been dedicated to empowering women, racial justice and promoting peace; each year, chose honorees who embody our mission through philanthropic services, change agent work and a heart to share of themselves. The Women of Influence make lasting impressions. They are driven, innovative, responsiveness and often have pure grit. The world is a better because they are here.” said YWCA Dayton President & CEO Terra Williams.

Nominations can be submitted https://www.ywcadayton.org/nomination and are due August. 9, 2024.

Honorees will be recognized at the Women of Influence awards luncheon.

With an average attendance of 800, the ceremony is the largest nonprofit luncheon in Dayton. Each year, 100% of proceeds from this fundraiser support YWCA Dayton’s shelter, housing, leadership, and advocacy programs. This critical fundraising ensures we can always be there for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, stalking and human trafficking, whether that’s providing emergency shelter or advocating for survivor rights in the statehouse.

Honorees are selected by YWCA leadership and a volunteer Women of Influence committee.

To be considered for the Women of Influence award, nominees must:

• Demonstrate a commitment to, and use her influence to further, the YWCA mission of eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all

• Provide leadership in her profession and community

• Give back to the community through her time, talent, and/or resources

• Not currently serve on the YWCA Dayton Board of Directors

• Not be employed by YWCA Dayton, including contract work

For more information on YWCA Dayton, its Women of Influence awards, or to arrange a media interview, contact womenofinfluence@ywcadayton.org or 937-461-5550.