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Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta and Bouchier Announce Multi-Year Partnership Renewal and Call for 2024-2025 Women of Inspiration Nominations
Fort McMurray, AB – April 15, 2024 – Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta and Bouchier are proud to announce the continuation of their impactful partnership through the Women of Inspiration Series.
Women of Inspiration is Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta’s signature mission-driven award program since 2012. In 2019, Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta entered a multi-year partnership with Bouchier to launch a new series with an overarching theme ‘You can’t be what you can’t see’.
Embarking on a renewed journey with a significant commitment of $75,000 over three years, and an option for a two-year extension, this alliance is initiating another phase entitled ‘Waves of Change: Charting the Path to Inspiration’.
Each year will highlight different industries, professions, and local talents that the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) has to offer by honoring five local women in the Wood Buffalo region who break gender stereotypes, drive change, and advocate for women’s and girls’ rights and opportunities.
In charting a path to inspiration, Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta and Bouchier are excited to announce the call for nominations for the 2024-2025 Women of Inspiration Series.
The 2024-2025 theme is ‘Leaders of Today’. This year, the series will honour five local women in leadership roles across various sectors across the RMWB, like politics, business, education, community development, and many other decision-making spaces – who are exemplifying the courage, strength, and determination that Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta and Bouchier advocate for.
All community members are invited to submit nominations by the deadline of May 30, 2024.
Mark Your Calendars for a Celebration of Inspiration:
A pivotal moment in our journey of empowerment and recognition will culminate on March 8, 2025, at Shell Place. Join us in celebrating the remarkable achievements of these leaders, where the next cohort of inspiring women will be officially honored. This event promises to be a testament to the enduring spirit of our community and the waves of change these distinguished women are creating.
“As we embark on this journey of growth with Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta, we’re not just continuing a partnership; we’re amplifying our commitment to honoring the remarkable women in our community. The Women of Inspiration event serves as a beacon of empowerment, showcasing the extraordinary achievements of these women who are creating waves to build a more inclusive tomorrow.” – Nicole Bourque-Bouchier, CEO of Bouchier.
“The renewal of our partnership with Bouchier signifies another milestone in our journey towards empowering girls and women in Northern Alberta. This collaboration empowers us to further our mission of inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Development is not a linear process. It’s the waves of change that chart paths, lessons, and actions towards something transforming. We look forward to revisiting what it means to ‘lead’, celebrating and learning from the outstanding contributions of the ‘Leaders of Today’ who are essential in charting the path to inspiration for future generations.” – Nanase Tonda, Executive Director, Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta.
