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July 1, 2009

Women of Distinction nominees sought

Women of Distinction nominees sought

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ALBANY — The Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York is accepting nominations for its 2009 Women of Distinction — Imagine the Possibilities awards.

The woman must reside in Clinton, Essex, Franklin or northern Hamilton County and exhibit excellence and dedication that makes her an ideal role model for girls and other women.

The person doesn't have to be or have been a member of the Girl Scouts.

The award categories are:

Distinguished Junior Trailblazer (age 35 and under): honors a woman who has a proven record of accomplishment of reaching ambitious or unconventional goals demonstrated by upward career mobility, steady growth and leadership skills. She is willing to take risks and inspires and motivates others.

Distinguished Trailblazer (age 36 and over): honors a woman who has "Imagined the Possibilities" in her chosen field, broken glass ceilings, overcome and excelled under extreme challenges; and demonstrated perseverance. She must have been in her chosen field for more than five years and have demonstrated steady growth, exhibited leadership and fostered development of others.

Distinguished Leader of Tomorrow (age 21 and under): presented to a young woman who has demonstrated outstanding leadership ability and has contributed to her school and community outside of Girl Scouting and has spearheaded a project or program to improve quality of life.

Distinguished Personal Achievement (non-professional, 22 years or age and over): honors a woman who is a risk-taker in the non-traditional way, has achieved an unconventional or ambitious goal, is persistent in her efforts; remains focused and accepts challenges with confidence. This achievement is outside the realm of volunteer activities or career endeavors.

Distinguished Community Leader (age 22 and over): given to a woman who has demonstrated outstanding contributions to her community, is a role model, community leader, mentor or has broken new ground and is an agent for change in a particular area who has made a measurable difference to those around her.

All nominations are due by Tuesday, July 14.

To request a nomination form, contact Debbie Erck at 489-8110, Ext. 128, e-mail derck@gsneny.org or download one at www.gsneny.org.

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