CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas \u2014 YWCA Corpus Christi is asking the community to help recognize women making an impact across the Coastal Bend.<\/p>\n
Nominations are open for the 47th annual Y Women in Careers Awards, which recognize women for professional excellence, leadership, dedication and service to their communities.<\/p>\n
The program has honored women in the Coastal Bend for 47 years, highlighting accomplishments in fields including business, education, health care, public service and nonprofit leadership.<\/p>\n
\u201cEvery day, women throughout our community are making a difference, often without seeking recognition,\u201d YWCA Corpus Christi CEO Esmeralda Herrera-Teran said in a news release. \u201cWe encourage our community to take a moment to nominate a woman whose dedication and accomplishments have made a lasting impact.\u201d<\/p>\n
Individuals, businesses, organizations and community leaders can submit nominations. Nominees should demonstrate excellence in their careers, leadership in their professions and a commitment to serving others.<\/p>\n
Nominations opened Oct. 1 and will close at the end of October. The 47th annual Y Women in Careers Awards are scheduled for Feb. 25, 2027.<\/p>\n
Nomination forms and additional information are available at YWCA Corpus Christi | Fitness Connection | Women’s Empowerment | Racial Justice<\/a>.<\/p>\n For the latest local news updates, click here<\/a>, or download the KRIS 6 News App. <\/a><\/p>\n