MIAMI — The Parks Foundation of Miami-Dade, in partnership with the Miami-Dade County Commission for Women and Miami-Dade Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces, is seeking to honor outstanding Miami-Dade women for the 25th Annual In the Company of Women Awards Ceremony to be held in March 2013, to coincide with Women’s History Month.

To download the nomination form, visit miamidade.gov/parks/women.asp. Nominations must be postmarked by Friday, Dec. 14, 2012.

New this year, two women will be selected for the category of “Outstanding Woman in Government and Law,” one elected and one non-elected. The Community Spirit Award recognizes an outstanding woman who, through volunteering, has made a difference within the community. The Mayor’s Pioneer Award honors a trailblazer who has proven leadership, creativity, and vision in addressing community issues and advancing the status of women in Miami-Dade County.

The Posthumous Award is in honor of a woman who has passed away and recognizes her contribution within Miami-Dade County. All honorees must demonstrate professional development, community responsibility, leadership and vision, contribution to women’s progress and promotion of pluralism.

For more information and for a list of past award recipients, visit miamidade.gov/parks/
women.asp or contact Laura Morilla at 305-375-4967, email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it