BENSONHURST — Assemblymember William Colton, D-47, and Councilmember Susan Zhuang, D-43, will host their annual Women of Distinction event in March.
To celebrate Women’s History Month, the elected officials look to honor those in the community who have dedicated themselves to making a difference.
Colton’s district covers Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights. Zhuang’s district also includes Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Dyker Heights, as well as Gravesend, Borough Park and Sunset Park.
Colton and Zhuang are looking for local leaders and residents to nominate women who deserve recognition in fields such as business, education, humanitarian work, military service, community/civic affairs, health care, government or volunteer work.
“We have amongst us so many women who have selflessly devoted themselves to the betterment of the community, often without asking for recognition for their actions,” said Colton. “I feel incredibly privileged to get to honor these community powerhouses for what they do, day in and day out, not only for their neighbors, family and friends but for people they have never met. Our neighborhood is a better place because of them, and I am grateful for their contributions.”
The women who receive the award will represent the diversity of the area and a wide range of achievements.
Last year, 90 women were honored, including Civil Court Judge Tehilah Berman, Community Board 11 District Manager Marnee Elias-Pavia, NYPD 62nd Precinct Community Assistant Weiyan Li, Onara Italian Ministry President Anna Maria Messina-Walsh, Club A-Elita President Leonora Bulychova, Regina Opera Director Fran Garber and Boxing Writers Association of America Board Chair Regina Andriolo. Longtime local activist Eileen LaRuffa was honored posthumously.
To nominate a woman for this year’s honors, email [email protected] or call 718-236-1598 by March 16.
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