Senator Golden Invites Nominations for Statewide Recognition as Part of NYS Senate “Women of Distinction” Program

Brooklyn- Senator Martin J. Golden (R-C-I, Brooklyn) today is inviting local residents to nominate friends, coworkers, and neighborhood leaders whose outstanding work on behalf of their communities makes them deserving of special recognition by the State Senate as a New York “Woman of Distinction.”

The Senate will honor a distinguished woman from our area and throughout the state at a May 5th Albany ceremony, where each honoree’s photograph and biography will become part of a special exhibit proclaiming the contributions of these exemplary New York women.

“There are remarkable women in our midst whose lives, work, or special accomplishments contribute to making our communities better, making our families stronger, and serves as a special example to others,” said Senator Golden. “The Senate’s ‘Women of Distinction’ program provides a special opportunity to honor these women for their achievements and to thank them for the pride they bring to our community.”

Nominations, which require a 300 word biography and a high resolution photo, will be accepted until April 1st. Entries can be emailed to Senator Golden at golden@nysenate.gov or mailed to Senator Golden at his district office, 7408-5th Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11209.

The Women of Distinction program was created as part of the Senate’s celebration of Women’s History Month. In addition to recognizing present-day women, each March, the Senate hosts a display that honors other distinguished women from New York’s past, from leaders of the 19th Century suffragist movement to pioneers in education, science and the arts. The exhibit is currently on display through March 27th at the Legislative Office Building.