The Chickasaw Nation is now accepting nominations for the 2012 Dynamic Woman of the Year Award. All nominations and supporting documentation must be turned in to the Chickasaw Nation Division of Arts and Humanities by Sept. 10, 2012.
Established in 2006, the award honors Chickasaw women who have made significant contributions to the Nation, served as role-models to other Chickasaw women and who have made a difference in the lives of Chickasaws and other citizens, enriching their communities and society at large.
The Dynamic Woman of the Year Award salutes the contributions that the recipient has made to improving and enhancing the lives of those around her, her professional accomplishments and her dedication to preserving the cultural heritage of the Chickasaw Nation.
Only Chickasaw women, ages 35 and older, with proof of citizenship through Chickasaw Nation Citizenship documentation or Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB) are eligible. Women who are currently serving as a Chickasaw elected official or in an appointed position of the Executive Branch are not eligible.
Women who are considered for this award are those who are distinguished and are pioneers in their professional field; those who have championed other women and women's issues; and those who exemplify and uphold Chickasaw values, culture and traditions.
The honoree will receive her award at the Chickasaw Arts and Culture Awards Ceremony in conjunction with the Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival. The Chickasaw Arts and Culture Awards Ceremony will be conducted Thursday, Oct. 4 at the Chickasaw Cultural Center.
The nomination form can be downloaded at www.chickasaw.net/ah.
For more information, please contact the Chickasaw Nation Division of Arts and Humanities at (580) 272-5520, or email laura.clark@chickasaw.net or jennifer.watson@chickasaw.net
