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Honoring she-roes

The 2019 Iris Awards honor women’s contributions to Southwest WashingtonOn March 7, while people around the world prepared to celebrate International Women’s Day the next day, members of the local community gathered in Gaiser Student Center to honor five women’s contributions to Southwest Washington at the 2019 Iris Awards. Guests enjoyed refreshments and light fare…

Recipients of the 2019 Iris Awards Announced

Tickets on sale for March 7 ceremony      Five women representing exceptional leadership, philanthropy and community service are the winners of the 2019 Iris Awards, honoring women of achievement in Southwest Washington. They will be recognized at an awards reception on Thursday, March 7. Awards will be presented to Ann Fischer, founder of the…

Nominations open for 2019 Iris Awards

Iris Awards logo

Ceremony honors outstanding women in Southwest Washington       Nominations are now being accepted for the 2019 Iris Awards, which honor outstanding women in Southwest Washington. The winners will be announced at the end of January, and the recipients will be honored at a reception and ceremony on Wednesday, March 7, 2019, from 5:30…

Four outstanding women, one inspirational evening

Nan Henriksen

The 2018 Iris Awards showcase the contributions of women to Southwest Washington      On March 8, while people around the world celebrated International Women’s Day, members of the local community gathered in Gaiser Student Center to honor four women’s contributions to Southwest Washington at the 2018 Iris Awards. Guests enjoyed refreshments and light fare…

Iris Awards announced

Photo of all four 2018 Iris Award recipients

Four outstanding women to be honored at March 8 ceremony      Four women representing exceptional leadership, philanthropy and community service are the winners of the 2018 Iris Awards, honoring women of achievement in Southwest Washington. They will be honored at an awards reception on Thursday, March 8. Awards will be presented to Julie Bocanegra,…

Nominations open for Iris Awards

Iris Awards logo

Awards honor exceptional women in Southwest Washington      Nominations are now being accepted for the 2018 Iris Awards, which honor outstanding women in Southwest Washington. The winners will be announced at the end of January, and the recipients will be honored at a reception and ceremony on Wednesday, March 8, 2018, from 5:30 –…

Honoring women leaders

The 2017 Iris Awards honors five champions of diversity, civility, and community service   On March 8, while people around the world celebrated International Women’s Day, members of the local community gathered in Gaiser Student Center to honor five women’s contributions to Southwest Washington at the 2017 Iris Awards. Guests enjoyed refreshments and light fare…

Recipients of the 2017 Iris Awards announced

2017 Iris Award winners

Five outstanding women to be honored for their contributions to Southwest Washington      Five women will be honored at the 2017 Iris Awards, honoring women of achievement in Southwest Washington. They will receive the awards at a ceremony held March 8 at Clark College. Three Iris Awards for exceptional leadership, philanthropy and community service will be…

The ripple effect

This year’s Iris Awards celebrated three nominees, a new award, and a new partnership      On March 9, community members gathered in Gaiser Student Center to celebrate three outstanding women for their dedication to Southwest Washington. The 2016 Iris Awards ceremony honored Vancouver City Councilmember Anne McEnerny-Ogle; Katherine Garrett, the Housing First Program Director…

Honoring Three Women … and Three Decades

Iris Awards celebrates a 30-year tradition of honoring women’s contributions to Southwest Washington      Three outstanding women working in different fields, but with a similar commitment to improving the lives of others in Southwest Washington, are the winners of the 2015 Iris Awards, honoring women of achievement in Southwest Washington. The awards will be…

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