A joint congressional resolution designated March as Women's History Month. New York State Women, Inc. adopted the Women's History Month Award at the 1990 Board Meeting, in an effort to make our members and their communities more aware of the contributions women have made, and continue to make, throughout history.

Recognition will be given for Women's History Month projects, programs and other activities that generate community awareness of the contributions women have made in the community, the state and the nation's history. Local chapters are encouraged to take a comprehensive approach to participation in the celebration of Women's History Month; however, an entry does not need to demonstrate that every possible means (for example, community projects AND media coverage/stories AND government proclamations, etc) have been employed to be considered for an award under this program.

All Local chapters are encouraged to use posters, essay contest, special speakers, displays, place mats, radio and TV, public service announcements, and any special events honoring any notable women in their communities, past or present.

Local chapters are urged to record their events with photos, press releases and any notes taken on events and activities. These will be used to prepare their scrapbook for the Annual Women's History Month Competition, with the winning scrapbook to be announced at State Conference.

Contact Person:
Eudoxia "Dixie" Aniolek (4)

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