HerStory Award

Amelia Grace Peters Bingham was the beloved family matriarch and respected Elder of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, Amelia was the Clan Mother of the Turtle Clan.

Shirley Ann (Jourdain) Peters was a deeply compassionate and resolute advocate for social justice, tribal education, and democratic values. A lifelong champion for the underserved, she dedicated herself to causes both local and global.

With a career spanning 50 years as a museum educator, Linda began at the Boston Children’s Museum, where she spent 11 years, followed by 30 years in the Wampanoag Indigenous Program at Plimoth Plantation, reclaiming significant aspects of her ancestors' material culture.

Paula Peters is a distinguished journalist, educator, and activist, deeply rooted in the Mashpee Wampanoag community in Massachusetts.

Faleeha Hassan has lived a life shaped by war. Born in 1967 during the Iraqi-Kurdish conflict, she was in middle school when the Iran-Iraq War began in 1980, closing her school for eight years.

Sabrina Osso is the Founder and CEO of Osso Safe, dedicated to fostering safety where people live, work, and play. A TEDx Speaker, Author, and Real Estate Agent.

Norma Adams-Wade is a trailblazer in journalism as the first African-American reporter for the Dallas Morning News.

Dr. Elba Garcia is a distinguished leader whose career spans dentistry, public service, and advocacy.

Apryl Davis Maynard has spent most of her life in Dallas. She maintains a close relationship with her family, including her parents.

Daisy Fukuzawa has been the heart and soul of our foundation’s journey since its inception. Her unwavering dedication and visionary leadership have been instrumental in shaping and advancing our mission to transform lives.

Tammy Doby is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Urban Minority Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Outreach Program (UMADAOP) of Franklin County, making history as the first African American woman to hold this role.

Dr. Ho and her husband remained deeply committed to giving back to their homeland. For 36 years, they organized and participated in numerous medical missions to the Philippines..

Jenny M. Ho-Vijungco is a visionary leader in real estate development, healthcare administration, and philanthropy

Abenaa is the founder of Naturally Geechee Holistic Skin and Hair Care, a brand deeply rooted in the Gullah/Geechee tradition.

Doris is the daughter of a World War II Army veteran, wife of a Vietnam War veteran, and mother of a 21-year Air Force veteran, and thus deeply understands the commitment military families make to protect the nation.

Maggie Wallace Glover is a trailblazing figure in South Carolina politics, celebrated for achieving numerous “firsts” as an African American woman in public office.

Keelin Washington is a prominent advocate and expert in the fight against human sex trafficking, drawing strength and purpose from her personal journey as a survivor.

Sydney Krebsbach is the Co-Chair of the Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council and works with Compass Career Solutions in Spokane and the University of Washington’s ECHO Autism Project.

Dr. Saundra Yancy McGuire is a distinguished educator and mentor whose career has profoundly impacted students and educators worldwide.

Debra Tribune founded Footsteps Dance Co. in 2001 with the vision of creating a multicultural and multigenerational company that empowers lives through dance and drama.

Jennifer Facto-Aquino, is a distinguished professional and community leader.

Carla J. Snyder, is a renowned leader locally and nationally, for her exceptional contributions to underserved communities.

Shamika T. Askew is a licensed attorney in both Michigan and Florida. Since establishing her own law firm in 2016, she has focused her practice exclusively on family law and personal injury cases.

Dr. Edith Amobi-Agbaza, is a distinguished scholar with a Ph.D. in Social Work from Howard University and a background in Environmental Sociology from the University of Baltimore.

Kimberlydawn Wisdom, MD, MS, FACEP is the Senior Vice President of Community Health & Equity and Chief Wellness and Diversity Officer at Henry Ford Health.

Dr. M. Diane Hardgrave is a distinguished medical anthropologist with a rich background in international fieldwork and academia.

Elder Belva Weston, is a descendant of Chief Spotted Tail, and the current President of Second Look, a non-profit organization dedicated to investigating cases of missing Native and non-Native Americans across the United States.

In her role within the Timpanogos Nation, she serves as a voice for her people, advocating for their rights and recognition.

As a speaker, Laura captivates audiences with her compelling narrative of resilience, perseverance, and the transformative power of education.