South Queens, NY – Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-South Queens) announced that she is seeking nominations for the 2021 Women of Distinction Awards to recognize and honor local women who are making a difference in the community and the lives of others in spite of the unprecedented challenges facing the state and nation. Awards will be given for work in various fields, including health care, business, volunteer work, education and military service. Winners will be honored at an awards ceremony on Friday, March 26th at 6pm over Zoom.

“This last year has been challenging. However, countless women have stepped up to meet the needs of our community in really meaningful ways,” said Pheffer Amato. “In honor of Women’s History Month, I’m hosting my annual Women of Distinction Awards to highlight those who inspire others and are a positive force for change. We can never show enough thanks to these Women of Distinction, but to honor them with a special award ceremony is one step to show our gratitude.”

The Women of Distinction Event, held annually since 2018, was canceled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nomination forms can be requested by emailing amatos@nyassembly.gov or by calling 718-945-9550. Assemblymember Pheffer Amato requests that nominations for the 2021 Women of Distinction Awards can be submitted by March 12th, and returned by email to amatos@nyassembly.gov, mailed to her district office at 95-16 Rockaway Beach Boulevard, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693, or by fax at 718-945-9549.