Okaloosa County Commission on the Status of Women
The Okaloosa County Commission on the Status of Women (OCCSW) was established by the Board of County Commissioners in 1995. Its purpose is to eliminate barriers to achievement for women through research, education and communication, recognize and honor women who have made significant contributions toward improving the status of women and other citizens of Okaloosa County.
OCCSW meetings are open to the public and most months on the fourth Monday and are open to the public. Click here for this year’s meeting schedule.
Women of Honor Nominations Now Open
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2024 Women of Honor Nominations Now Open
Honor a special woman in your life that has made a positive impact! Whether it is recognizing Mom, a cherished friend, co-worker, or...
2023 OCSW Grant Winner is Beyond Expectations
Beyond Expectations was the winner of the Okaloosa County Commission on the Status of Women (OCCSW) $500 Service to Okaloosa County Women Grant for...
OCCSW Commissioner receives “Above and Beyond” Award from FWB Chamber
Press Release: Feb. 7, 2024 Contact: Jeanne Rief, Historian OCCSWMitzi Henley, past chair of Okaloosa County Commission on the Status of Women,...
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2024 Women of Honor Nominations Now Open
Honor a special woman in your life that has made a positive impact! Whether it is recognizing Mom, a cherished friend, co-worker, or...
OCCSW 2024 Meeting & Events Schedule
OCCSW & OCSW 2024 Meeting Dates Monday, January 22, 2024 Monday, February 26, 2024 Monday, March 25, 2024 Monday, April 22, 2024 Monday, June...
2023 Women’s Hall of Fame Inductees
Congrats to the 2023 Hall of Fame Inductees!Okaloosa County Women’s Hall of Fame 2023 Front row: Five Hall of Fame Inductees: Bonnie Barlow, Col....