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ABWA Special Scholarships
In order to be eligible for scholarship consideration, candidates must be women.
Deadline: The first ten (10) completed eligible applications (including transcripts).
No applications will be accepted after March 15, 2012.
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Community calendar for women's organizations in Okaloosa County.
Questions.... email us at info@occsw.org.
2012 Schedule Of Events
- February 27th -- Board Meeting -- 5 PM at Jobs Plus
- March 26th -- Board Meeting -- 5 PM at Jobs Plus
- April 23rd -- Board Meeting -- 5 PM at Jobs Plus
- May 28th -- Board Meeting -- 5 PM at Jobs Plus
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2011 Status of Women Report (PDF)
The Okaloosa County Commission on the Status of Women (OCCSW) and the League of Women Voters of Okaloosa County (LWVOC) worked on a joint report to determine the status of women in the county during 2009. View Report (PDF)
2011 Okaloosa Island Hotel Story
Yearly Events
Okaloosa County Women's Hall of Fame
Okaloosa County Women's Hall of Fame recognizes and honors women who through their lives and efforts make significant contributions and quality-of-life improvements. Induction and reception held in August.
Commissioner Contact: Gayle Carmichael at 850.598.3092 or email hof@occsw.org.
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Okaloosa County Women's Wall of Honor
A May ceremony to recognize women deserving recognition in partnership with the University of West Florida. Nominations due in April.
Commissioner Contact: Shirley Pigott at woh@occsw.org.
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Suit Up to Move Up
A joint effort of the OCCSW and Jobs Plus whereby clothes are collected for women and men in the community who are seeking jobs and need assistance dressing for interviews. Clothes are donated directly to Jobs Plus or through Goodwill and Jobs Plus receives vouchers.
Commissioner Contact: Valerie McLaughlin at suitup@occsw.org.
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Christmas Charity Donation
Each year OCCSW donates gift and funds to charities such as the Children in Crisis and Shelter House.
Commissioner Contact: Tammy McDaniel at 850.586.0501 or email info@occsw.org.
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OCCSW Installation of New Members and Officers
In January a ceremony is held to swear in new officers and board members.
Commissioner Contact: Tammy McDaniel at 850.586.0501 or email info@occsw.org.
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OCCSW Monthly Meetings are open to the public.
The day, time and location are the fourth Monday at 5:00 PM, Jobs Plus 409 Racetrack Road NE, Fort Walton Beach, unless otherwise indicated. Commissioner Contact:
Tammy McDaniel at 850.586.0501 or email info@occsw.org.
