Woman of the Year Awards 2019

Each year the Baltimore County Commission for Women accepts nominations for its annual "Woman of the Year," "Young Woman of the Year" and "Woman Making a Difference" awards. This is our 37th year honoring women for their outstanding contributions to the community.
Criteria
The award honors female residents of Baltimore County who:
- Have made significant, unique and lasting contributions within the community, workplace or school to champion the interests and needs of women and families
- Serve as role models of inspiration and achievement for other women
- Enhance the lives of the citizens of Baltimore County
Eligibility
- Nominees must reside in Baltimore County for a minimum of three years.
- Previous winners and elected officials are not eligible to be nominated.
Young Woman of the Year
Nominees for "Young Woman of the Year" must be a high school senior attending a Baltimore County school who:
- Is a proven leader
- Has made an extraordinary impact on her school and community through volunteering
Woman Making a Difference
One woman—including college students—among the nominees who have made a powerful impact on the community through volunteer efforts will be recognized as "Woman Making a Difference."
Submitting Nominations
Please complete the 2019 online nomination form or PDF nomination form below—describing the nominee's qualifications and your reasons for making the nomination. You must also include such items as resumes, curriculum vitae, letters of commendation, newspaper articles and list of activities or more. Please limit this material to no more than eight pages including the nomination form, at the time of submission.
- Electronic submissions are encouraged.
- The deadline is 4 p.m. on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 for completed nominations (submitted or postmarked).
Nomination Form
Download and print the 2019 PDF nomination form, then mail or fax the nomination form to:
Baltimore County Commission for Women
Attn: Woman of the Year
400 Washington Avenue, Mezzanine Level
Towson, Maryland 21204
Fax: 410-887-5781
Information or Questions
Direct any questions to the Commission's office or contact Carmen Christiana at women@baltimorecountymd.gov or call 410-887-2450.
Online Form